In more recent years, people have been trying to find ways of not only restoring, but also preserving original vehicles. That brings another set of challenges as most processes that remove dirt and rust require particles and chemicals that may strip off paint or coatings that are important to keep on the car.

Sand and other abrasives can leave behind a lot of material and can be too strong as a stripping agent, altering the surface of the material and maybe destroying it. Using sand and other abrasives as a blasting material also leaves behind waste that takes time and money to clean.

Think Dry Ice Blasting

Dry ice blasting is the modern and safe alternative for the shop owner, the car owner, and their vehicle. Rice-sized ice pellets driven by a specialized machine are sent towards the surface of the vehicle. The rate of pressure for the delivery of the pellets is controlled by the operator. Multiple micro-explosions occur when the pellets strike the substrate, causing the removal of paint, rust, and dirt. This process carefully loosens the things that need to be removed without causing damage to the surface underneath. Dry ice blasting leaves a clear and clean surface, removing grit and material that could cause problems when repainting.

Save Time and Money with Dry Ice Blasting

Once the blasting is done, the pellets do not end up on your shop floor to be swept up and disposed of. The pellets evaporate upon impact with a surface, a process called sublimation, and all that is left is the material removed from the car during the blasting process. Dry ice blasting is eco-friendly and non-toxic, making you a more responsible shop owner and helping keep your workers safe on the job while working on these valuable pieces of rolling history.

Tough enough to handle the biggest jobs, gentle enough to help preserve the vehicle’s look and integrity – dry ice blasting is the alternative that will save you time and money and save the environment.

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