How Dry Ice Blasting is an Effective Method for Fire-Damaged Structures
Damage to buildings following a fire can be devastating.
While you may already know that dry ice is a versatile substance, did you know that it can also be used for emergency cleanup? Damage to buildings following a fire can be devastating. This specific type of damage is also one of the most challenging types of damage to address due to the overwhelming amounts of ash and soot that may be covering various parts of the building.
Dry Ice Blasting as a Resource for Emergency Assistance
Because determining which aspects of the building can be repaired and what must be replaced is difficult, having a tool such as dry ice can make a significant difference for efficiency in the process. With dry ice blasting to help clear ash from certain parts of the building, determining whether or not the structural integrity of the building is still intact becomes easier, which also allows authorities to identify whether or not the structure will be habitable following the fire. In addition to effectively removing soot and ash from the building, it does so without damaging parts of the building that can still be salvaged.
An Efficient Technique for an Effective Clean
Unlike the potentially damaging methods of sand-blasting, dry ice blasting is more gentle on fire-damaged structures. This process works by rapidly releasing CO2 particles at high speeds using compressed air. As these particles make contact with the surface, they create a micro-thermal shock because of their low temperatures. These dry ice particles then explode on contact, starting a rapid expansion to remove materials such as ash, soot, and dust from the surface.
Safe Handling and Professional Use of Dry Ice
Although dry ice is a useful tool in many different forms, it can also be dangerous if mishandled or used without the proper safety precautions to protect hands, skin, and eyes. While dry ice can be handled safely with gloves, tongs, and other safety equipment for more simple uses such as refrigeration, the process of dry ice is best left to the professionals.
Dry Ice for All of Your Needs
Dry Ice Corp is the largest regional supplier of dry ice and related products in the Northeastern United States. Our dry ice is fresh and delivered right to your doorstep. We are happy to help you determine the best way to ship your food items, whether you have a huge amount of cookies or a single pie, and help you select the perfect amount of dry ice for the job. Give us a call at (201) 767-3200 or contact us online for a quote. To connect with us online, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
