Dry Ice Blasting for Wax Boilers

Optimum Dry Ice Blasting have over 15 years experience in wax boiler cleaning. We have worked with some of the largest companies in the UK to deliver decontamination solutions for wax boilers.

Our service has been refined over the years to offer the quickest, most cost effective solution to get your wax boiler back into production, whilst guaranteeing that 100% of the wax is removed.

Wax boiler machinery plays a crucial role in various industries, providing a reliable and efficient method for melting and applying wax coatings and shell castings. Over time, however, these machines can accumulate wax residue, carbon deposits, and other contaminants, leading to decreased efficiency and potential operational issues. Traditional cleaning methods may not be entirely effective or could pose challenges, such as disassembly requirements and potential damage.

Benefits of Ice Blasting:

Non-abrasive Cleaning:
Dry ice blasting is gentle on machinery surfaces, preventing damage to delicate components. This makes it an ideal choice for cleaning wax boiler machinery where precision and care are essential to maintain the equipment’s functionality.

Efficient Wax Residue Removal:
The combination of kinetic energy and thermal effects during dry ice blasting effectively lifts and removes wax residues, ensuring a thorough cleaning process. This is particularly advantageous in maintaining consistent and reliable wax melting and application processes.

Reduced Downtime:
Unlike traditional cleaning methods that may require extensive disassembly, dry ice blasting is performed in place, minimizing downtime and allowing for quicker turnaround in production processes.

Versatility:
Dry ice blasting can be used on various materials and surfaces without causing damage. This versatility makes it suitable for cleaning different components of wax boiler machinery, including heating elements, pipes, and chambers.

  • Wax boiler free of contamination
  • Rollers removed and cleaned
  • Chanel runners/wells cleaned of wax build up
  • Trays removed and cleaned to both sides
  • Containment screening to control dust
  • Weld crease inspection
  • Door surround and floor clean down.
Internal Tank Cleaning

The advantages of using dry ice blasting include:

  • Reduced downtime
  • Increased production
  • Non abrasive – no peening or keying of vessel
  • No water, chemicals or abrasives
  • Insurance recognised