Latest Hydrodemolition and Water Jetting News
Paving the Way in Refractory Removal with New Hydro-Dem System
A Yorkshire 'energy from waste' plant, which burns waste timber to produce electricity, needed some serious love and attention. The client, a leading electricity supplier, E.ON, retrieve their waste timber from broken pallets, old window frames, doors, and broken...
3D Tank Cleaning Nozzle Saves Polymer and Resin Tank
The Problem Hydroblast was recently contacted by a large polymer and resin manufacturer who had a big problem with one of their mixing/reactor tanks. The ratio of substances wasn't quite right in one of their tanks and this had resulted in the entire mixture going...
Hydroblast: Cleaning Up Concrete Mixers at Army Barracks
The Problem The Armed Forces do an amazing job for our country. We were privileged to be asked to clean a number of mixer trucks and four-wheel drive vehicles which had been used by the Army in the Falklands. The vehicles had been well used and had not been cleaned...
Hydroblast: Removing 30 Years of Residue with Remote Tank Cleaning
The Problem Oil and grease manufacturers are important clients for Hydroblast. We have built up the relationships over time as we have the machinery and expertise to clean tanks in which residue has built up, often over many years. Keeping these tanks clean and...
Saving Thousands with the Hydro Twist Pipe Cleaning System
The Task Hydroblast was recently contacted by a company in the nuclear Industry for help with cleaning out a section of pipe so they could reuse it in the future. They had used one of the Steve Vick bags. This permanent flow-stopping system uses expanding bags by...
Cleaning Up Emergency Oil Spill On Highway
The Problem Hydroblast was contacted when a HIAB vehicle, which was transporting building supplies, encountered a problem. One of the truck’s hydraulic pipes had burst and caused an oil leak that had spread over the road. Not only are leaks a hazard for all road...
Hydroblast Continues Investment with £150,000 for 2nd Latest Water Jetting Pump in 12 Months
Hydroblast's 2018 year goes from strength to strength. With increased work demands, we required further investment to offer our clients the best service possible with additional equipment. Investing in the latest water jetting technology is key to our expansion and...
Interview with Hydroblast’s Callum
At Hydroblast, we know that our industry-leading equipment and technology is only half the battle when it comes to providing a first-class service. A company is nothing without its team, and it's with this in mind that we sat down with one of our newer members of...
Hydroblast in Ireland: Bridge Refurbishment at Latoon Creek
At Hydroblast, our staff are often required to travel to client sites to provide both emergency and contracted services. This includes both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, with our recent bridge refurbishment at Latoon Creek providing an excellent...
Fixing Concrete Stairs Using Hand Lancing Hydrodemolition
Formwork is an essential part of creating structures, providing a temporary or permanent mould into which concrete can be poured. Hydroblast were recently asked to rescue 8 flights of cast stairs. The customer had poured concrete into the formwork, which...
Concrete Breakout for Storage Tanks
Here at Hydroblast we are able to offer innovative solutions to breaking out concrete, a task that can often be difficult, lengthy, and dangerous. This service was required by a company that installs and refurbishes glass-fused-to-steel tanks. During their work, they...
UHP Pipe Cleaning in the Polymer and Chemical Industry
Hydroblast were tasked at short notice this weekend with the unblocking and cleaning of an evaporator pipe over 40m long for a well-known polymer and resin manufacturer. The blockage was a significant problem for the company, with it they could not continue...
Cleaning a Heat Exchanger for a Leading Snack Manufacturer
Hydroblast were recently tasked with cleaning a heat exchanger for a leading food manufacturer. Over time, residue had built up within the tubes of the exchanger. This was damaging to its productivity, and so it had to be cleaned to prolong its lifespan, prevent any...
A Safer Method of Industrial Hopper Cleaning
Industrial hoppers are used to store and dispense a range of materials, including asphalt and cement. Often, these are not properly maintained. This can cause them to become blocked and eventually stop the equipment from working altogether. Failing to maintain your...
First Prize for Hydroblast’s No Man Entry Tank Cleaning
At Hydroblast, we are committed to providing our clients with a safe, efficient and consistent service. Over the years, this has allowed us to build a strong, long-lasting relationships with returning customers. Recently, one of our clients decided to enter our...
Why Safety is so Important for High Pressure Water Jetting
High pressure water jets can be versatile, accurate and efficient, making them an excellent choice for tasks such as cleaning and concrete removal. However, when the correct practices aren’t followed, they can also be extremely dangerous for operatives. Why is...
Concrete Deck Removal Services
Hydroblast have a great deal of experience in safe and efficient concrete deck removal. Using the very best hydrodemolition equipment, our operatives can perform tasks efficiently. Not only this, but the accuracy of our high pressure water jetting means that the inner...
Hydroblast Invests in the Latest Ultra High Pressure Water Jetting Equipment
At Hydroblast, we’re always looking for new and improved ways to offer our clients the best service possible. This involves investing in the latest water jetting technology, including innovative new equipment such as the Aqua Spine and the Rotolance. Recently, we made...
Removing 15 Years of Debris with Industrial Tank Cleaning
When tanks aren’t cleaned regularly, deposits can build up inside them. This can lead to reduced efficiency and a shorter lifespan. Hydroblast were recently tasked with cleaning a 60 tonne industrial tank for one of our clients. The tank had been blocked for 15 years...
How Industrial Water Jetting Works – Hydrodemolition Projects
Using Industrial Water Jetting in Hydrodemolition Projects Offering versatility, affordability and accuracy, industrial water jetting can be used to perform a wide range of demolition tasks. Advancements in technology and continual investment has led to better robots...