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Surface Preparation with CO2

Cleaning and surface preparation prior to painting is of critical importance in the automotive industry. Automated CO2 cleaning is changing the way automotive manufacturers pre-treat and prepare surfaces. The combination of CO2 cleaning with robotic applicators is quickly becoming the standard in the industry for painting and coating parts.

CO2 spray cleaning is a waterless, residue-free solution designed as a replacement for traditional aqueous and solvent based cleaning operations. CO2 cleaning uses either solid or liquid phase carbon dioxide to clean, remove particulate matter, de-oil, and degrease, resulting in clean parts that do not require a drying step.

Robotic CO2 spray cleaning systems provide cost effective, no-touch cleaning technology that can be easily integrated into numerous types of existing production lines with a fraction of the footprint of other cleaning methods.

Benefits of CO2 Cleaning

  • No Residues

    Carbon dioxide cleaning produces solid CO2 particles (or snow) which sublimes upon contact with the surface, leaving no cleaning agent residues to manage or condensation left on part surfaces.

  • Energy and Space Efficient

    Unlike aqueous-based cleaning systems that have a massive footprint and produce water waste, CO2 cleaning is an environmental solution requiring low electric energy expenditure and no costly wastewater disposal.

  • Consistent Results

    Manual hand wipe operations demand a trained workforce using solvent dipped rags, which can lead to inconsistent results. CO2 cleaning, on the other hand, can be programmed to produce repeatable results.

  • Powerful Cleaning

    Air blow systems do not have the cleaning force to remove heavier dusts and other contaminants from the surface, affecting the bond adhesion. CO2 cleaning penetrates the boundary layer to reach the surface and remove difficult contamination with ease.

Unit Features

We have partnered with Cool Clean Technologies, the global leader in CO2 cleaning, dry machining, and CO2 extraction technologies, to develop solutions designed to improve manufacturing processes.

  • Fast

    Quick removal of particulate matter, dust and debris.

  • Powerful

    Removal of thin films, mold release agents and oils.

  • Automated

    Provides a touchless cleaning solution.

  • Easy Implementation

    Retrofits to existing equipment, paint booths, robotics, etc.

  • Saves Time

    No post drying step needed.

B&B Engineered Systems has installed and serviced equipment for the manufacturing industry for over 20 years. Contact us to find out how we can help on your next project.

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B&B Engineered Systems

B&B Engineered Systems
P.O. Box 48
Caledonia, MI 49316

616.891.2864

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Since 1997, B&B Engineered Systems has specialized in the design and installation of Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTO’s), CO2 Surface Preparation Systems, Spray Booth Systems, Air Make-Up Systems and Industrial Finishing Systems & Equipment.

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