50–75 %
Maintenance time reduction
Industry
Welding Robot Dry-Ice Cleaning
Non-contact cleaning that preserves joints, sensors, and tooling
- 50–75 %Maintenance time reduction
- 0Abrasives, water, or solvents used
- 10–20 minTypical robot touch-up window
Why Dry-Ice for Welding Robot Dry-Ice Cleaning?
Welding cells accumulate spatter, flux, and fumes that seize clamps, foul joints, and obscure sensors. Manual chiseling and solvents are slow, hazardous, and damage lightweight tooling.
CO₂ pellets accelerate to high velocity and flash-sublimate on impact. The thermal/acoustic micro-impulse fractures residues and lifts them off metal and polymers without abrasion, moisture, or conductive films.
Robots and jigs are cleaned in place, axes move freely, sensors read correctly, and parts locate repeatably—shortening stoppages and reducing safety and rework risks.
Key takeaways
- Welding cells accumulate spatter, flux, and fumes that seize clamps, foul joints, and obscure sensors.
- CO₂ pellets accelerate to high velocity and flash-sublimate on impact.
- Robots and jigs are cleaned in place, axes move freely, sensors read correctly, and parts locate repeatably—s…
0
Abrasives, water, or solvents used
10–20 min
Typical robot touch-up window
2–5 %
OEE improvement from fewer micro-stops
3–6×
Longer interval between manual chisels
$60–140k/yr
Downtime + consumable savings / cell group
Core Benefits
Non-contact on critical axes
Avoid hammering that loosens fasteners and accelerates bearing wear.
Safer for electrics
Dry, non-conductive stream around encoders, drives, and dress packs.
Recover repeatability
Clean datum faces and clamps to stabilize part location and quality.
Shorter stops
Slot 10–20 minute touch-ups between shifts instead of long teardown windows.
No secondary waste
CO₂ vaporizes on impact—no grit, slurry, or solvent disposal.
Lower PPE burden
Eliminate aggressive solvents and sharp-edge chiseling tasks.
Extend tool life
Reduce mechanical damage to grippers, wrists, and sensors.
Predictable SOPs
Repeatable cycles make maintenance planable across cells and lines.
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ROI Calculator
ROI Calculator
This model estimates annual savings from downtime avoided, consumables reduced, and optional labor savings. It also shows annualized equipment cost, payback, and year-one ROI.
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Results
Total annual savings
$77,040
Net annual benefit
$68,823
Payback
3.6 months
ROI (Year 1)
335%
Downtime savings (annual)
$69,120
Consumable savings (annual)
$7,920
Labor savings (annual)
$0
Estimates only. For a formal model including utilities, logistics, and shift coverage, book a demo.
From Inquiry to Production in 3 Steps
- 1
1. Cell trial
1. Cell trial
Demo on a representative robot and jig; verify removal rate on spatter and resin.
- 2
2. SOP & ROI model
2. SOP & ROI model
Define target zones, nozzle set, airflow, and cadence; estimate pellet use and downtime avoided.
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3. Roll-in & standardize
3. Roll-in & standardize
Adopt 10–20 minute touch-ups plus periodic deep cleans; track OEE and fault reductions.
“We eliminated chiseling on wrists and clamps. Faults dropped, parts release cleanly, and we reclaimed hours every week across the line.”
Andre P.
Manufacturing Engineer, AutoFab Systems
Stop chiseling—clean robots and jigs in minutes
Request a quick, no-obligation quote. We’ll size the right blaster/nozzles, estimate pellet usage, and outline payback across your cell group.
