Equipment cleaning with Deckert devices: Fast, safe, gentle on materials
Crusted residues, hard-to-reach components, and long downtimes? Our dry ice cleaning devices address exactly where traditional methods reach their limits: They clean thoroughly, dry, and without residues – directly at the installed equipment. This saves you time, avoids production downtimes, and permanently ensures the quality of your processes.
Equipment Cleaning: Typical Problems and What Really Matters
A professional and well-thought-out equipment cleaning is not a “nice-to-have”, but a business-critical measure. It ensures that production processes run smoothly, quality standards are met, and the lifespan of machines is extended. Several factors play a key role in this:
Expertise and Clear Responsibilities
Equipment cleaning is often not a standalone job field. There is a lack of trained personnel and clear responsibilities. Who cleans what, when and how, is not clearly regulated in many businesses – leading to gaps and inefficient processes.
Selecting the Right Cleaning Method
Whether dry ice blasting, high pressure, chemical or manual methods: not every method suits every application. The choice must be based on the type of contamination, material sensitivity, and equipment geometry – otherwise, cleaning becomes ineffective or even risky.
Gentle Material and Equipment Cleaning
Cleaning must be thorough yet gentle. Too aggressive cleaners or incorrect pressure can damage surfaces or attack components – especially with stainless steel, seals, or sensitive electronics.
Complex Equipment Structures and Restricted Access
Many systems consist of hard-to-access components, narrow piping, or closed systems. Effective cleaning therefore requires flexible tools, special nozzles, robotics, or manual preparations.
Time, Cost, and Downtime Factors
Cleaning measures cost time and money. Cleaning is therefore often postponed, which leads to failures or damage in the long run. Efficient planning is important – ideally embedded in maintenance cycles to minimize downtimes.
Disposal and Legal Requirements
In regulated industries, cleaning media used (e.g. chemicals, granules, dry ice) must be properly disposed of or recycled. Without standardized processes, this quickly becomes a problem.
Our Dry Ice Blasting Devices for Equipment Cleaning
We offer powerful devices for various requirements:
DC 50
This compact device is especially suitable for smaller systems and delicate components. With low compressed air consumption, it is mobile and allows targeted cleaning in hard-to-reach areas.
DCE 80
With variable pressure settings, this device perfectly adapts to different surfaces. It is ideal for regular industrial use and provides an efficient cleaning solution for various materials.
DC 280
This device is particularly suitable for large industrial plants. Thanks to its high blasting speed, it removes even stubborn dirt quickly and gently, without damaging sensitive components.
DCE 480
This model offers the highest cleaning performance for heavily soiled systems. With an optional abrasive function, it is also suitable for demanding applications where especially stubborn residues need to be removed.
Comparison of Cleaning Methods for Industrial Plant Cleaning
| Kriterium | Trockeneisstrahlen | Hochdruckreinigung (Wasser) | Chemische Reinigung | Manuelle Reinigung |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Eignung für produktionsnahe Anlagen |
Sehr gut – auch bei empfindlicher Technik | Eingeschränkt – Risiko durch Wasser | Eingeschränkt – Risiko chemischer Rückstände | Eingeschränkt – abhängig von Zugang und Aufwand |
| Notwendigkeit der Demontage |
Keine – Reinigung im eingebauten Zustand möglich | Oft erforderlich | Häufig erforderlich | Meist erforderlich |
| Reinigungsergebnis | Sehr gründlich – entfernt altes Fett und Rückstände | Gut bei grobem Schmutz, schwächer bei Öl | Wirksam bei bestimmten Rückständen | Uneinheitlich – abhängig vom Personal |
| Trockenes Verfahren | Ja – kein Wasser, keine Trocknung nötig | Nein – große Mengen Wasser | Nein – nasschemisch | Teilweise – abhängig von Reinigungsmittel |
| Rückstandsfrei | Ja – CO₂ sublimiert rückstandslos | Nein – Schmutzwasser muss entsorgt werden | Nein – Chemikalienreste und Spülwasser | Nein – Lappen, Reinigungsmittel, Abrieb |
| Materialschonung | Ja – bei richtiger Einstellung | Risiko von Schäden durch Druck oder Korrosion | Risiko von Oberflächenreaktionen | Risiko durch Abrieb oder falsche Mittel |
| Zeitaufwand | Gering – keine Trocknung oder Nachreinigung | Hoch – inkl. Trocknung und Reinigung danach | Hoch – Einwirkzeiten, Nachbehandlung nötig | Sehr hoch – stark personalabhängig |
| Entsorgungsaufwand | Gering – keine Sekundärabfälle | Hoch – Öl-/Wasser-Gemische | Hoch – Chemiereste gelten oft als Sondermüll | Mittel – Lappen, Flüssigkeiten, Hilfsmittel |
| Arbeitssicherheit | Hoch – bei geeigneter Schutzausrüstung | Eingeschränkt – Rutschgefahr, Druckverletzungen | Eingeschränkt – Gefahrstoffe, Dämpfe | Eingeschränkt – Belastung, Lösemittel |
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Zugänglichkeit komplexer Bauteile |
Sehr gut – Düsen erreichen verwinkelte Bereiche | Eingeschränkt – nur bei offenen Flächen | Eingeschränkt – abhängig von Leitungssystemen | Eingeschränkt – abhängig von Zugang |
Advantages of Dry Ice Blasting Equipment in Plant Cleaning
Gentle on Materials
No abrasion, no surface damage. Particularly sensitive components like seals, sensors, or delicate coatings remain intact. This prevents premature wear and extends the lifespan of the machines.
Dry & Residue-Free
Since no moisture is generated, the process is ideal for systems with electronic or mechanical components. It prevents corrosion formation and eliminates the need for extensive post-processing due to drying times.
Improved Machine Performance
Regular, thorough plant cleaning removes deposits that impair the efficiency of machines. As a result, production processes run more smoothly and with less energy consumption.
Flexibly Applicable
Dry ice blasting is suitable for numerous materials and systems – from steel structures to delicate conveyor belts. The method can be individually adapted to various requirements.
Environmentally Friendly
Abstaining from chemicals and solvents protects the environment and reduces disposal costs. Additionally, no hazardous waste or toxic residues are produced.
Increased Workplace Safety
Without aggressive cleaning agents or high-pressure water, there is no risk of skin irritation, respiratory problems, or slippery surfaces. This enhances safety for maintenance personnel.
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FAQ
How does cleaning with dry ice work?
Dry ice blasting is an innovative cleaning method that requires no water or chemicals. It uses frozen CO₂ in pellet form, which is propelled at high speed onto the soiled surface. A triple cleaning effect occurs upon impact:
- Cold shock: The extreme cold of -78.5°C makes deposits brittle, allowing them to separate from the substrate.
- Micro-explosion: The dry ice sublimates directly upon impact, changing from solid to gas, which lifts dirt particles through the sudden volume expansion.
- Air pressure effect: The high air pressure effectively removes the loosened contaminants from the surface.
This method is particularly gentle on materials as it operates without abrasion and does not damage sensitive surfaces such as metal, plastic, or painted components.
