Sodablasting

Sodablasting

Sodablasting is a process where sodium bicarbonate is applied against a surface using compressed air. It was first used to restore the Statue of Liberty.

Sodablasting is a non-destructive method for many applications in cleaning, paint stripping, automotive restoration, industrial equipment maintenance, rust removal, graffiti removal, molecular steel passivation against rust, oil removal by saponification and translocation, masonry cleaning and restoration, soot remediation, boat hull cleaning, food processing facilities and equipment.

Applications

It can be used for cleaning cars, boat hulls, masonry, and food processing equipment. Sodablasting can also be used to remove graffiti [http://www.kcb.org/kcb_cleanups.html Learn about Chicago's program] and to clean structural steel.

Tools

A "Sodablaster" 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.

The blasting material consist of formulated sodium bicarbonate (also known as baking soda). Blasting soda is an extremely friable material that has micro fragmentation on impact, literally exploding away surface materials without damage to the substrate.

Cautions

At least one paint manufacturer recommends against using their automotive epoxy primer over soda blasted substrates. [http://www.southernpolyurethanes.com/tech%20sheets%20new/epOXY%202006.pdf] Care should be taken to follow the coating manufacturer's technical recommendations when applying refinish materials over soda blasted surfaces.

ee also

* Dry ice blasting
* Graffiti Blasters
* Sandblasting

References

External links

* http://www.powerandmotoryacht.com/maintenance/0404sodablaster/
* http://www.ksat.com/video/16605354/index.html?taf=ibs


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