Why dry ice cleaning is the secret weapon of high-performance factories
In today’s industrial landscape, the quest for efficiency is no longer limited to machine speed, but also includes drastically reducing downtime. For factory managers in Quebec and Ontario, one technology stands out as a major driver of profitability: dry ice cleaning.
A recognized expert in the field, Trexo Solutions is propelling this method to the forefront of modern industrial maintenance. Here’s why this solution is transforming the productivity of its partners.
30-second summary
- Technical versatility: Use of soda blasting, ultrasound, or water jets depending on the fragility of the surface.
- Circular economy: Extend the life of your machines instead of investing in new ones.
- Long-lasting protection: Application of high-performance industrial paints and coatings after cleaning.
- Trexo signature: A craftsman’s approach with the power of a modern industrial infrastructure.
The science behind performance: Thermal shock
Cryogenic cleaning involves blasting pellets of solid carbon dioxide () at a temperature of -78.5°C. Unlike traditional sandblasting, which uses abrasive force to “scrape” away dirt, cryogenic cleaning uses a combination of three physical factors:
- Kinetic energy: The pellets are projected at supersonic speed.
- Thermal shock: The extreme cold weakens the contaminant (grease, glue, paint, resin), creating micro-cracks.
- The sublimation effect: Upon impact, it instantly changes from a solid to a gas, increasing its volume by nearly 800 times. This micro-explosion lifts the contaminant from the surface from the inside out.
The result? A perfectly clean surface with no wear on the substrate, which is crucial for precision molds or expensive engineering parts.
Eliminate Downtime
One of the biggest obstacles to productivity is the time required to dismantle, transport, clean, and reassemble equipment. With Trexo Solutions’ expertise, this cumbersome logistics process often becomes unnecessary.
Since dry ice does not conduct electricity and is non-abrasive, Trexo teams can work directly on the production line, often even when the machines are powered up or still at operating temperature.
- Before: 24-hour shutdown, cooling, disassembly, manual cleaning, reassembly.
- With Trexo: Targeted 4-hour intervention, immediate restart.
Surgical cleanliness for demanding sectors
Every industry has its own contamination challenges. Solutions Trexo adapts its protocols to meet the most stringent standards:
- Food sector: Cryogenics effectively removes production residues while offering a bacteriostatic effect. It is a “dry” method that prevents the proliferation of mold associated with the humidity of water cleaning.
- Printing and Plastics: Rapid removal of inks and resins from rollers and molds without altering critical tolerances.
- Energy and Electrical: Safe cleaning of insulators, transformers, and motors without risk of short circuits.
Trexo’s eco-responsible commitment
Beyond performance, Trexo Solutions helps companies achieve their sustainable development goals (ESG). Cryogenic cleaning is inherently environmentally friendly:
- No chemicals: Eliminates the need for toxic solvents and acids.
- Zero secondary waste: The ice vaporizes into the air. You don’t have to deal with tons of dirty water or contaminated sand.
- Reuse: The carbon dioxide used is often recovered from other industrial processes, which means it does not generate new carbon emissions.
By combining technological innovation and operational rigor, Trexo Solutions does more than just clean your facilities: it protects your profitability and sustains your production tools for tomorrow’s challenges.