An electrical fire caused significant damage to the service cabinets at an industrial site, halting production entirely. Facing mounting pressure to minimise financial losses, the manufacturer urgently needed a solution to restore operations swiftly.
The Challenge
The restoration presented multiple challenges:
Urgency: Immediate action was required to prevent prolonged downtime.
Limited Access: The service cabinets had intricate componentry with restricted accessibility.
Specialised Cleaning: Standard cleaning methods were inadequate; specialised techniques were essential to avoid further damage and ensure thorough decontamination.
The Solution:
Steamatic Geelong rose to the challenge with a rapid and expert response.
Key actions included:
Rapid Deployment: A team of skilled technicians, fu;;y equipped to handle the restoration onsite was dispatched immediately.
Specialised Cleaning Techniques: Two specialised cleaning techniques were implemented on-site to ensure a thorough and efficient restoration. Laser cleaning provided precise removal of contaminants without compromising delicate components, while dry ice blasting was used to effectively clean intricate and hard-to-reach areas, leaving no residue or moisture behind.
The Outcome
Comprehensive Restoration: Both internal and external surfaces of the service cabinets were meticulously cleaned. Corrosive soot and associated odours were completely removed, preventing further damage and ensuring a clean environment for recommissioning.
Steamatic Geelong’s prompt and efficient intervention enabled the manufacturer to resume recommissioning work within the same day. This rapid response mitigated potential financial losses and underscored Steamatic Australia’s capability to deliver effective solutions under pressure.