Why Is Soda Blast Cleaning So Effective?

Why Is Soda Blast Cleaning So Effective?

Blasting soda is an extremely friable and soft material that undergoes micro fragmentation on impact, taking away surface materials without damaging the fabric of your building or surface.  Soda particles fracture on impact thus providing the energy for a thorough cleaning action while softening the impact on the substrate.

specialised soda blasting technique is fast becoming the preferred method for cleaning and restoring many heritage and architectural buildings, monuments, commercial buildings, industrial and engineering works, refineries, food processing, transport and marine structures.

It is an environmentally friendly, non-destructive, non-abrasive blasting process using specially formulated granules of natural bicarbonate of soda and controlled amounts of compressed air. No harmful conventional chemical cleaning products are used.

Soda blasting is by far the quickest, safest and most cost effective method to clean and remove decades of pollution, residues, micro-organisms and coatings from virtually any surface without damaging the substrate.

It Is A Proven, Highly Versatile Process With Many Applications In Cleaning, Renovation And Restoration Including:

• paint stripping
• graffiti removal
• molecular steel passivation against rust
• oil removal by saponification and translocation
• paint removal from delicate fibreglass
• industrial equipment maintenance

The Soda Blast cleaning process…

We operate with blast pressures from as low as 0.5 bar using the New Vortex II Spin Head Nozzle which allows for greater accuracy for very sensitive services.

soda blast cleaning equipment is a unique design combined with the latest technology that complies with European Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC, also known as the PED.

It is a self contained system that includes a blast generator, high pressure compressed air, moisture decontamination system, blast hose with remote controls, and a blast nozzle that is capable of handling dry or wet blasting material.

Some Of The Benefits Of Soda Blasting – For Full List Click On Major Benefits.

• Environmentally friendly – no dangerous solvents, chemicals or harmful abrasives are used. These can seriously damage the fabric of your building and create disposal issues
• Gentle – mild and non-abrasive, will not damage the material of your building
• Quick – cleans in a fraction of time compared to traditional cleaning methods, saving you costs while reducing any disturbance to your business
• Rapid clean up – little or nothing needs to be spent to clean up following soda blasting
• Highly versatile – can be used on a multitude of surfaces to remove a multitude of coatings, debris and pollution
• Low pressure system safety – using the unique Vortex II spin head nozzle
• Non-flammable & non-sparking

• Where can soda blasting be used?

• Aviation
• Architectural,  historical & period properties
• Engineering & components
• Swimming pools
• Canals
• Medical waste
• Food processing facilities
• Industrial kitchens
• Fire damage
• Flood damage
• Commercial buildings
• Transport
• Marine – including anti fouling & hulls
• Monument restoration
• Rail – stations, carriages & tracks
• Remedial works
• Residential properties
  
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Algae & Moss Removal

Specialist Algae & Moss Removal Services

The removal of algae and moss from any surface, whether it is a building, road, footpath or outdoor sporting facility, needs consideration and attention in order to get the job done properly, effectively and quickly.

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To ensure you treat algae and moss in the most appropriate way for the long term stability of the structure it’s worth understanding how these plants thrive and why it is important to remove them.

Algae is a derivative form of seaweed, and is liable to grow on any surface that is wet, or has been exposed to damp or humid conditions. It can grow extremely quickly, in some cases in a matter of hours, and unlike land plants, algae does not have any leaves or roots, which means that it can grow and spread on almost any surface including bridge structures, stone and masonry, fascia, cladding, pathways, road signs and a whole host of outdoor sporting venues.

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Moss is very similar to algae in that is it lacks true roots, growing in damp habitats and spreading by means of spores released from stalked capsules.  

The fact that these plants can grow virtually anywhere makes the challenge of cleaning it off all the more important as a technique that is suitable for one surface may not be suitable for another.

Algae and moss growth will produce a ‘slimy’ texture, which on pavements or walkways can be dangerous and cause a number of slips, but on buildings and other structures it is not necessarily damaging if treated as soon as possible.

The length of time the plants have been left to grow, and the surface area they cover, can greatly vary the time and method needed to properly clean the facade.

Adherence to any surface, and quick regrowth, means that algae and moss can be very troublesome to eliminate effectively, leaving behind stains and, if not treated properly, will simply grow back time and again.

At APT-ICC we a have track record in cleaning algae and moss from a huge range of different surfaces.  Using our specialist teams and our very own, purposely, specifically, and uniquely developed cleaning product, we offer an exceptional guarantee to customers that all surfaces will be treated appropriately, reducing the risk of re-growth wherever possible.

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Please do not hesitate to contact our experts, who will offer advice and even visit your site to consult about algae removal. Call our free phone no 0800 072 3773.

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