Dry Ice Blasting & Cleaning Services
Revolutionary cleaning using solid CO₂ pellets — zero residue, eco-friendly, nationwide service.
Dry ice blasting is a revolutionary cleaning technology that uses solid CO₂ pellets and microparticles to strip contaminants from surfaces without leaving any blasting media residue behind. Unlike sandblasting or chemical cleaning, dry ice sublimates on contact — converting directly from solid to gas — which means the only waste left behind is the contaminant that was removed.
At Markley's Precision Company (MPC), we provide professional dry ice blasting services for industrial, commercial, and specialty applications across Ohio and the USA. Our equipment ranges from precision handheld units for detailed cleaning work to high-capacity industrial-grade machines capable of tackling large-scale projects. This versatility allows us to clean everything from delicate electronic components to heavy industrial machinery.
Dry ice blasting is 100% eco-friendly — it uses recycled CO₂, produces no secondary waste stream, requires no chemical solvents, and generates no wastewater. It is non-abrasive, non-conductive, and moisture-free, making it safe for surfaces and applications where traditional cleaning methods simply cannot be used. Whether you need to clean food processing equipment, restore a historic building, or degrease industrial machinery, dry ice blasting delivers exceptional results without compromise.
Our Work
Industrial dry ice blasting
Heavy machinery cleaning
Commercial equipment cleaning
Surface cleaning and restoration
Blasting process in action
Advanced blasting equipment
Industrial dry ice blasting
Heavy machinery cleaning
Commercial equipment cleaning
Surface cleaning and restoration
Blasting process in action
Advanced blasting equipment
Dry Ice Blasting Services
Industrial Machinery Cleaning
Remove grease, oil, carbon buildup, and production residue from industrial machinery without disassembly, abrasion, or extended downtime.
Industrial machinery accumulates layers of grease, oil, carbon deposits, and production residue that reduce efficiency and increase maintenance costs. Traditional cleaning methods often require disassembly, solvents, or abrasive techniques that can damage equipment. Dry ice blasting cleans machinery in place — no disassembly, no solvents, no surface damage.
The CO₂ pellets impact the surface at high velocity, and the thermal shock between the extremely cold dry ice (-109°F) and the warm surface causes contaminants to contract, crack, and release. The pellets then sublimate to gas, carrying debris away. This process cleans intricate geometries, threaded connections, and hard-to-reach areas that conventional methods struggle with.
- Clean machinery in place without disassembly
- No solvents, chemicals, or abrasive media required
- Thermal shock effect lifts stubborn grease and carbon
- Reaches intricate geometries and hard-to-access areas
- Minimal downtime — equipment can run shortly after cleaning
Industrial Machinery Cleaning
Remove grease, oil, carbon buildup, and production residue from industrial machinery without disassembly, abrasion, or extended downtime.
Industrial machinery accumulates layers of grease, oil, carbon deposits, and production residue that reduce efficiency and increase maintenance costs. Traditional cleaning methods often require disassembly, solvents, or abrasive techniques that can damage equipment. Dry ice blasting cleans machinery in place — no disassembly, no solvents, no surface damage.
The CO₂ pellets impact the surface at high velocity, and the thermal shock between the extremely cold dry ice (-109°F) and the warm surface causes contaminants to contract, crack, and release. The pellets then sublimate to gas, carrying debris away. This process cleans intricate geometries, threaded connections, and hard-to-reach areas that conventional methods struggle with.
- Clean machinery in place without disassembly
- No solvents, chemicals, or abrasive media required
- Thermal shock effect lifts stubborn grease and carbon
- Reaches intricate geometries and hard-to-access areas
- Minimal downtime — equipment can run shortly after cleaning
Food Processing Equipment
FDA-approved dry ice blasting for food processing equipment, conveyor systems, ovens, and packaging lines — no water, no chemicals, no contamination risk.
Food processing facilities require cleaning methods that are effective yet safe for food-contact surfaces. Dry ice blasting is FDA, USDA, and EPA approved for use in food processing environments. It removes baked-on residue, grease, and biofilm without introducing water, chemicals, or abrasive particles that could contaminate products or create sanitation issues.
Because dry ice sublimates completely, there is no moisture left behind to promote bacterial growth — a critical advantage over water-based cleaning methods. Dry ice blasting can clean ovens, mixers, conveyors, packaging equipment, and processing lines while reducing cleaning time by up to 80% compared to traditional manual scrubbing.
- FDA, USDA, and EPA approved for food-contact surfaces
- No water or chemicals — eliminates contamination risk
- No moisture residue to promote bacterial growth
- Cleans ovens, conveyors, mixers, and packaging lines
- Reduces cleaning time by up to 80% vs manual methods
Electrical & Electronic Equipment
Safely clean electrical panels, switchgear, generators, and sensitive electronics without moisture, conductivity, or risk of short circuits.
Electrical equipment and electronics require cleaning methods that are completely dry and non-conductive. Dry ice blasting is the ideal solution — the CO₂ pellets sublimate instantly to gas, leaving no moisture or residue that could cause short circuits, corrosion, or equipment damage.
We clean electrical panels, switchgear, transformers, generators, control cabinets, and circuit boards safely and effectively. Dust, soot, carbon deposits, and environmental contaminants are removed without shutting down adjacent equipment. This makes dry ice blasting particularly valuable for data centers, power plants, and industrial control rooms where downtime is extremely costly.
- Completely dry — no moisture or conductivity risk
- Safe for panels, switchgear, transformers, and generators
- Removes dust, soot, and carbon from sensitive components
- Can be performed with adjacent equipment energized
- Critical for data centers and power plant maintenance
Mold Remediation
Effective mold removal from wood, concrete, and structural surfaces without toxic chemicals — dry ice blasting removes mold at the root level.
Mold remediation requires complete removal of mold growth and spores from affected surfaces. Dry ice blasting is highly effective at removing mold from wood framing, concrete, brick, and other structural materials. The extreme cold and kinetic impact of the dry ice pellets strip mold colonies from the surface at the root level.
Unlike chemical treatments that can leave toxic residues or sanding methods that create airborne spore clouds, dry ice blasting contains the removed material for safe collection and disposal. The process can be used on attics, crawl spaces, basements, and structural components without damaging the underlying material — even delicate wood surfaces retain their integrity.
- Removes mold at the root level from structural surfaces
- No toxic chemicals or hazardous residues
- Safer than sanding — reduces airborne spore dispersal
- Effective on wood, concrete, brick, and masonry
- Non-destructive to underlying structural materials
Automotive & Restoration
Strip paint, undercoating, rust, and road grime from vehicles and restoration projects without warping panels or damaging sheet metal.
Automotive restoration and vehicle maintenance benefit greatly from dry ice blasting's non-abrasive cleaning properties. Unlike sandblasting, dry ice does not warp thin sheet metal panels, pit surfaces, or remove base metal. It cleanly strips paint, primer, undercoating, seam sealer, and surface rust while leaving the metal substrate intact and ready for refinishing.
Dry ice blasting is also excellent for engine bay cleaning, frame degreasing, and removing road tar and grime from undercarriages. For classic car and hot rod restoration, it provides the thorough cleaning needed without the aggressive surface profile left by traditional abrasive methods. Vehicles can be cleaned in place without extensive masking or disassembly.
- Strips paint and primer without warping sheet metal
- Non-abrasive — preserves base metal integrity
- Effective for engine bays, frames, and undercarriages
- Ideal for classic car and hot rod restoration
- Minimal masking required — clean in place
Historical & Architectural Preservation
Gently clean historic buildings, monuments, and architectural surfaces without damaging delicate stone, brick, or ornamental details.
Historical buildings, monuments, and architectural surfaces require cleaning methods that are effective yet gentle enough to preserve irreplaceable materials. Dry ice blasting is uniquely suited for this work — it removes decades of grime, soot, biological growth, and paint overspray without eroding stone, damaging mortar joints, or altering the surface profile of historic materials.
The non-abrasive nature of dry ice blasting makes it safe for use on limestone, marble, granite, terra cotta, ornamental plaster, and delicate carved details that would be damaged by sandblasting, chemical stripping, or aggressive pressure washing. It has been used successfully on national landmarks, historic churches, courthouses, and heritage buildings worldwide.
- Non-abrasive cleaning safe for irreplaceable historic materials
- Removes grime, soot, biological growth, and paint overspray
- Safe for stone, marble, terra cotta, and ornamental details
- No chemical runoff or environmental contamination
- Proven on national landmarks and heritage buildings worldwide
Our Dry Ice Blasting Process
Assessment & Planning
We evaluate the surfaces and contaminants to be cleaned, determine the optimal dry ice pellet size and pressure settings, and plan the project timeline and containment requirements.
We evaluate the surfaces and contaminants to be cleaned, determine the optimal dry ice pellet size and pressure settings, and plan the project timeline and containment requirements.
Our crew sets up the dry ice blasting equipment — from handheld units for precision work to industrial-grade machines for large-scale projects — along with ventilation and containment systems.
Our trained technicians execute the blasting process, adjusting pellet flow, air pressure, and nozzle distance in real time to achieve optimal cleaning without surface damage.
After blasting, we inspect all cleaned surfaces to verify complete contaminant removal and surface integrity. We collect and dispose of removed debris and provide project documentation.
The MPC Difference
Why Choose Markley's Precision
Zero Secondary Waste
Dry ice pellets sublimate on contact — they turn from solid directly to gas, leaving absolutely no blasting media residue to clean up. The only waste is what was removed.
Non-Abrasive Cleaning
Unlike sandblasting, dry ice blasting does not damage, pit, or erode the underlying surface. It safely cleans without altering dimensions or surface profiles of sensitive equipment.
100% Eco-Friendly
Dry ice blasting uses recycled CO₂, produces no secondary waste, requires no chemicals, and generates no wastewater. It is one of the most environmentally responsible cleaning methods available.
Versatile Applications
From delicate electrical components to heavy industrial machinery, dry ice blasting adapts to virtually any cleaning challenge across every industry — without disassembly or downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dry ice blasting uses solid CO₂ pellets or microparticles accelerated by compressed air to clean surfaces. When the pellets hit the surface at high speed, three things happen simultaneously: the kinetic impact loosens contaminants, the extreme cold (-109°F) causes thermal shock that cracks the bond between the contaminant and the surface, and the pellets sublimate — turning directly from solid to gas — which creates a micro-expansion that lifts the contaminant away. The result is a thoroughly cleaned surface with zero blasting media residue left behind.
Dry ice blasting and sandblasting are fundamentally different processes. Sandblasting uses abrasive media (sand, garnet, or glass beads) that physically erode the surface and leave behind large volumes of spent media that must be cleaned up and disposed of. Dry ice blasting is non-abrasive — it cleans without removing base material or altering surface profiles. The dry ice sublimates completely, producing zero secondary waste. Dry ice blasting is also moisture-free, making it safe for electrical equipment and food processing — areas where sandblasting cannot be used.
Dry ice blasting is extremely versatile and can clean virtually any surface — metals (steel, aluminum, copper, brass), wood, concrete, brick, stone, plastics, rubber, fiberglass, and even delicate materials like circuit boards and historical stone carvings. By adjusting pellet size, air pressure, and nozzle distance, our technicians can tune the process from aggressive industrial cleaning to gentle surface restoration. This versatility is one of the key advantages over traditional cleaning methods.
Yes, dry ice blasting is safe when performed by trained operators following proper procedures. The primary safety consideration is ventilation — as dry ice sublimates, it produces CO₂ gas, which can displace oxygen in enclosed spaces. We monitor CO₂ levels continuously and ensure adequate ventilation throughout every project. Operators wear appropriate PPE including insulated gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection. Dry ice blasting produces no toxic fumes, no chemical exposure, and no silica dust — making it significantly safer than many traditional cleaning methods.
Dry ice blasting costs vary based on several factors: the type and volume of contaminants being removed, the surface area to be cleaned, accessibility of the work area, and the project location. While the per-hour rate for dry ice blasting may be higher than some traditional methods, the total project cost is often lower when you factor in the elimination of media cleanup and disposal, reduced downtime (no disassembly required), and no secondary waste disposal costs. Contact us for a detailed estimate based on your specific project requirements.
What Our Clients Say
“Markley Precision Company was easy to work with and the quality of their work is second to none. I have used them on three separate projects and have been very pleased with the quality of work each time. No job seems to be too big or too small. I have used them to blast and paint a 30,000 gallon propane tank, and to blast and paint our vertical bulk storage vessels for nitrogen, oxygen, and argon. They've even done work for me on the Lake Erie Islands, as well, which presented logistical challenges, but MPC didn't miss a beat. I would recommend MPC 100 out of 100 times.”
Matt Drennen
“Very happy with the work completed so far with MPC. Last year, I had them paint 5 of our 30,000 gallon bullet tanks. The work was completed quickly and professionally. With a years worth of age on them now, they still look as good as new! I was so pleased with their work on the tanks, I hired them to complete an even larger, more complex project blasting and recoating a natural gas processing mechanical refrigeration unit. Even when some concerns came up, they quickly remediated the situation. Extremely happy with the work they've performed!”
Paul Teeters
“MPC Sandblasting and Painting have serviced various locations for us. They have ensured a positive experience from start to finish. The staff is very helpful and quick with responses as well as their services. Their work is just as great! We look forward to many more opportunities to work with this team.”
Lindsey Bennett
“MPC Sandblasting has performed admirably in providing blasting services to US Screen in support of our operations. Their approach is very professional and their pricing is good for the quality of the work performed.”
Doug Dickason
“MPC is a fantastic company to work with. They are really fast with getting information as needed and do great work.”
Danny Keith
“MPC painted our 6 bulk storage tanks and did a great job!”
James Deiter
“Markley Precision Company was easy to work with and the quality of their work is second to none. I have used them on three separate projects and have been very pleased with the quality of work each time. No job seems to be too big or too small. I have used them to blast and paint a 30,000 gallon propane tank, and to blast and paint our vertical bulk storage vessels for nitrogen, oxygen, and argon. They've even done work for me on the Lake Erie Islands, as well, which presented logistical challenges, but MPC didn't miss a beat. I would recommend MPC 100 out of 100 times.”
Matt Drennen
“Very happy with the work completed so far with MPC. Last year, I had them paint 5 of our 30,000 gallon bullet tanks. The work was completed quickly and professionally. With a years worth of age on them now, they still look as good as new! I was so pleased with their work on the tanks, I hired them to complete an even larger, more complex project blasting and recoating a natural gas processing mechanical refrigeration unit. Even when some concerns came up, they quickly remediated the situation. Extremely happy with the work they've performed!”
Paul Teeters
“MPC Sandblasting and Painting have serviced various locations for us. They have ensured a positive experience from start to finish. The staff is very helpful and quick with responses as well as their services. Their work is just as great! We look forward to many more opportunities to work with this team.”
Lindsey Bennett
“MPC Sandblasting has performed admirably in providing blasting services to US Screen in support of our operations. Their approach is very professional and their pricing is good for the quality of the work performed.”
Doug Dickason
“MPC is a fantastic company to work with. They are really fast with getting information as needed and do great work.”
Danny Keith
“MPC painted our 6 bulk storage tanks and did a great job!”
James Deiter
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