Dry ice blasting, also known as dry ice cleaning, is an environmentally friendly cleaning and surface-preparation method that uses dry ice rice, typically 3mm in size. The rice is blasted at supersonic speeds much like sandblasting or power washing, only dry ice blasting is non-abrasive, non-conductive, non-toxic, and non-flammable.
As solid CO2 pellets are blasted at a surface material, they sublimate on impact flash freezing contaminants, lifting dirt and residue from the underlying substrate. Dry ice cleaning offers several advantages over other cleaning methods as it is chemical free, water free, and does not create secondary waste or damage.
Let us know how much dry ice you need and we'll get right back to you with a custom quote.
Our rolling bin holds approximately 500lbs of dry ice rice
1-3 pounds per minute is normally sufficient for most cleaning. Blasting has a variable ice rate that can be adjusted for more or less, depending on the specific application.
There's a lot to learn about dry ice and its wide range of benefits.
Check Out Our FAQsDry ice is an amazing medium but with a temperature of -109°F it’s cold enough to freeze skin cells and cause burn like injuries if not handled properly. Never allow dry ice to come in direct contact with skin. Always handle dry ice with protective gloves or a towel.
Dry ice does not melt like wet ice, it converts to carbon dioxide gas. If left in a confined space, the carbon dioxide gas will displace oxygen which may result in a suffocation hazard. If dry ice has been left in a confined space (such as a small room or closed vehicle) for more than 10 minutes, open the doors and windows before entering. Leave the area immediately if you experience shortness of breath or have difficulty breathing.
Never store dry ice in a container that is completely airtight. We recommend using Arctic Dry Ice containers. When dry ice sublimates to carbon dioxide gas, the gas pressure greatly expands. This expansion will cause an airtight container to expand and possibly explode, which may result in injury or possibly death.
We have 5 locations for immediate pick up. No preorders or phone calls needed, just stop in and we'll get you what you need. Delivery is also available to most major towns throughout Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts and Northern New York.
Contact us anytime for inquiries at 1-800-444-0980.
Vermont
54 Echo Place, Suite 1
Williston, VT
NEW HAMPSHIRE
57 Harvey Road
Londonderry, NH
82 Benning Street
West Lebanon, NH
Maine
107 Pleasant Hill Road
Scarborough, ME
1161 Hammond Street
Suite 1
Bangor, ME
