Industrial cleaning.
Without water
without chemicals
In the Greater
Zurich Area
Professional dry ice blasting for industry in the Greater Zurich Area. Whether mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals and medical technology, food production or precision manufacturing: we clean your equipment gently, without residue and without dismantling, during operation. This keeps your downtime to a minimum and your production running.
What is dry ice blasting?
Dry ice blasting (also known as CO₂ blasting or dry ice cleaning) is an industrial cleaning process in which dry ice pellets are blasted onto contaminated surfaces using compressed air. The so-called thermal shock effect detaches deposits from the substrate through the extreme temperature difference of −78.5 °C: quickly, thoroughly and without residue.
During dry ice blasting, the CO₂ sublimates directly into gas, leaving no residue whatsoever. No water, no chemicals, no abrasives. This makes dry ice cleaning particularly suitable for sensitive production equipment, electrical components and food processing businesses.
Unlike conventional cleaning methods such as sandblasting or high-pressure cleaning, dry ice blasting can in many cases be carried out without dismantling the equipment. This minimises production downtime and considerably reduces the overall cost of your industrial cleaning.
Dry ice blasting vs. conventional cleaning
Why manufacturing companies are switching to dry ice cleaning, and the advantages dry ice blasting offers over sandblasting, high-pressure cleaning and manual cleaning.
| Criterion | Dry ice blasting | Sandblasting | High-pressure cleaning | Manual cleaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residues | None (CO₂ sublimates) | Blasting media residue | Water residue | Cleaning agent residue |
| Chemicals required | None | None | Sometimes | Sometimes |
| Residue-free | Yes | No | No (water) | No |
| Dismantling required | Not required | Usually required | Usually required | Often required |
| Suitable for electronics | Yes | No | No | Limited |
| Audit-ready documentation | Included | Extra charge | Extra charge | Rarely |
| Food businesses | HACCP-compliant | No | Limited | Conditionally suitable |
Why dry ice blasting is the better cleaning solution
Dry ice cleaning has long ceased to be a niche process in industry. These benefits explain why food, pharmaceutical and manufacturing businesses are increasingly replacing conventional cleaning methods with dry ice blasting.
Chemical-free
No solvents, no pickling agents, no water. The CO₂ sublimates without residue, ideal for food, pharmaceutical and cleanroom environments.
No dismantling required
Equipment is cleaned in its installed state: no disassembly, no assembly time, no risk of rust from moisture.
Precise & gentle on the substrate
The thermal shock effect removes deposits with pinpoint precision without attacking the substrate. Electronics, paintwork and seals remain intact.
Up to 80% time saving
Compared directly with manual cleaning or high-pressure methods, dry ice blasting considerably reduces the time required, with better results.
Audit-ready documentation
Complete cleaning report with photo documentation. HACCP-suitable: directly usable for quality and hygiene audits.
Professional equipment
Latest-generation dry ice blasters, our own compressed air equipment, PPE. We are fully self-sufficient: no third-party infrastructure required.
Dry ice blasting for every industry
Professional dry ice cleaning solves cleaning tasks across all industries, wherever conventional methods reach their limits.
Fire damage restoration
Soot removal, fire damage restoration, odour neutralisation
Mechanical engineering
Tools, moulds, production equipment
Food industry
HACCP-compliant, FDA-suitable, no contamination
Pharmaceutical & medical
Cleanroom-compatible, validatable, residue-free
Die casting
Dies, hot and cold chambers, ejectors
Industry & construction
Façades, structural steelwork, industrial floors
From enquiry to clean equipment
A transparent process in four steps. No effort on your part: we organise, coordinate and document your dry ice cleaning.
Initial consultation & analysis
Free site visit and analysis of your equipment. Clarification of the general conditions, degree of soiling and requirements. Individual fixed-price quotation within 48 hours.
Scheduling
Flexible scheduling around your production plan. Weekend and night shifts possible, so your production does not have to pause.
On-site cleaning
Certified specialist staff carry out the dry ice cleaning safely and efficiently. All safety regulations are complied with, including a ventilation plan.
Report & handover
Photo documentation before and after cleaning, handover report, audit-ready records. Certificate for your quality records on request.
Before and after from real jobs
This is how plants, machines and components look before and after dry ice cleaning. Click on an image pair to open the enlarged view.
On site in German-speaking Switzerland
As an industrial service provider for German-speaking Switzerland, we know the requirements of the region’s industry. Whether mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals and medical technology or food production: we know what matters with sensitive equipment and short downtimes, and we can be on site with you quickly in the Greater Zurich Area.
The difference is enormous
A direct comparison shows that dry ice cleaning is the most sustainable choice for modern facility managers
Water-based cleaning
- High water consumption
- Waste water disposal required
- Longer drying times
- Possible material damage from moisture
CO₂ blasting process
- No water consumption
- No waste water disposal
- Ready for use immediately after cleaning
- Gentle on materials and precise
Annual savings potential for industrial businesses
Based on an average of 10 major cleaning jobs per year
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savings potential
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FAQ: everything about dry ice cleaning in Zurich
Answers to the most common questions from plant managers and industrial buyers.
Can’t find your question?0800 0010982 · Mon to Fri, 7:00 to 18:00In dry ice blasting, dry ice pellets are blasted at high speed onto the surface to be cleaned. The thermal shock effect loosens the contamination and the CO₂ immediately sublimates into gas, leaving no residue whatsoever.
In many cases, yes. Dry ice blasting allows equipment to be cleaned while running or during a brief shutdown, without dismantling.
Yes. The process leaves no chemical residues, is HACCP-compliant and is suitable for use in food and pharmaceutical businesses.
Oil, grease, paint, lacquers, adhesives, mould, soot, bitumen, corrosion protection products, food residues and many other deposits.
The cost depends on the size of the system, the degree of contamination and the work involved. After a short site visit or on the basis of photos, we prepare a transparent fixed-price quotation in CHF. Contact us for a no-obligation assessment.
For jobs in the Greater Zurich Area, we are usually on site within 48 hours, and even sooner for urgent enquiries. Our team comes directly to you with all the necessary equipment.
Yes. Dry ice blasting is a dry process that leaves no residue, so many systems can be cleaned without dismantling and in some cases during operation. This minimises your downtime.
We clean equipment across the full spectrum of industry in German-speaking Switzerland: mechanical and plant engineering, pharmaceuticals and medical technology, food production, die casting and plastics processing, as well as precision manufacturing. In the densely populated industrial region around Zurich, Winterthur and Zug in particular, fast, residue-free cleaning is crucial.
Yes. In addition to the city of Zurich, we work throughout the wider area, including Winterthur, Zug, Baden, Schaffhausen and the industrial areas along the Limmat and in the Glattal. Simply ask us about your location.
Request dry ice cleaning: get a quote within 48h
Briefly describe your situation. We analyse the job, prepare an individual fixed-price quotation for your dry ice cleaning and get back to you personally, without sales pressure.
- Free of charge & no obligation: no risk, no hidden costs
- Fixed-price quotation: transparent and binding before work starts
- On site in the Greater Zurich Area: short-notice appointments also possible
- Certified specialist staff: years of industrial experience
- Weekend & night shifts: so your production does not have to pause
Dry ice cleaning
in the Greater Zurich Area
From Zurich, we operate throughout the entire region. On-site dry ice cleaning in your town, with no surcharge.