Oil & Gas Dry Ice Blasting Services
Maintain critical oil and gas equipment safely and efficiently with dry ice blasting. Our non-sparking, water-free process removes hydrocarbon deposits, paraffin buildup, and corrosion from equipment in hazardous environments.
Dry Ice Blasting for Oil & Gas
The oil and gas industry operates in challenging environments where safety is paramount, downtime is expensive, and equipment maintenance is critical. Traditional cleaning methods using water, chemicals, or abrasives create sparks, moisture problems, and secondary waste challenges. Dry ice blasting addresses these concerns with a non-sparking, dry, environmentally responsible cleaning process.
Common Oil & Gas Cleaning Challenges
Traditional cleaning methods often fall short when addressing these industry-specific challenges.
Hazardous Environment Safety
Equipment in classified areas requires non-sparking cleaning methods. Water-based cleaning creates electrical hazards, and abrasive blasting creates ignition risks.
Hydrocarbon and Paraffin Deposits
Production equipment accumulates hydrocarbon deposits, paraffin wax, and asphaltenes that reduce flow rates and equipment efficiency. These deposits are difficult to remove chemically.
Corrosion and Scale
H2S exposure, salt water, and harsh chemicals cause corrosion and scale buildup on equipment surfaces. Traditional cleaning may damage protective coatings or spread contamination.
Equipment Downtime
Every day of equipment downtime represents lost production revenue. Traditional cleaning methods requiring extensive disassembly, chemical treatment, and drying extend shutdown periods.
How Dry Ice Blasting Solves These Problems
Our advanced dry ice blasting technology addresses each challenge with precision and efficiency.
Non-Sparking Process
Dry ice blasting is inherently non-sparking and can be used in Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations with proper procedures. No ignition source is introduced during cleaning.
Effective Deposit Removal
The extreme cold makes hydrocarbon deposits, paraffin, and asphaltenes brittle and easy to remove. No solvents or chemicals are required.
Corrosion Removal Without Damage
Dry ice blasting removes corrosion products without damaging base metal or removing more material than necessary. Surface preparation for recoating is excellent.
Rapid Turnaround
Clean equipment in place when possible, minimize disassembly requirements, and eliminate drying time. Return to production faster than with traditional methods.
Benefits for Oil & Gas
Non-sparking for hazardous area use
Removes hydrocarbon deposits and paraffin effectively
No water to create corrosion or contamination
Clean in place without full disassembly
No secondary waste to dispose of
Reduces turnaround time during shutdowns
Safe for electrical and control systems
Environmentally responsible process
Industry Standards & Certifications
Our dry ice blasting services meet or exceed industry regulatory requirements.
API Standards
Our cleaning processes support API inspection and maintenance requirements. We can provide documentation for equipment maintenance records.
OSHA Hazardous Area Compliance
We follow OSHA requirements for work in hazardous locations, including proper electrical classification procedures and hot work permitting where required.
EPA Environmental Standards
With no chemical runoff and no secondary waste, dry ice blasting simplifies environmental compliance for cleaning operations.
Site Safety Programs
Our crews are trained and certified in industry safety programs including OSHA 10/30, H2S awareness, and facility-specific requirements.
Oil & Gas Dry Ice Blasting FAQ
Yes. Dry ice blasting is non-sparking and can be used in many hazardous location classifications with proper procedures. Our technicians are trained in hazardous area work practices and follow all site safety requirements.
Yes. We regularly support refinery turnarounds and plant shutdowns. Our mobile equipment and trained crews can integrate with your turnaround schedule to maximize cleaning efficiency during limited shutdown windows.
Dry ice blasting is dry (no water), creates no secondary waste, and is effective on hydrocarbon deposits that water does not remove well. Hydroblasting may be preferred for some scale removal applications. We can advise on the best method for your specific needs.
Yes, we can clean inside vessels and tanks with proper confined space procedures. Adequate ventilation is required due to CO2 displacement, and we follow all confined space entry requirements.
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Service Areas
We provide mobile dry ice blasting throughout South Florida.
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