Coatings or residues containing lead, chromates, or other hazardous substances pose a significant risk to health, the environment, and occupational safety. These layers are often invisible, adhere stubbornly, and can be released during removal if the method is not strictly controlled. At the same time, the underlying surfaces must remain protected, as components in these critical areas often fulfill an essential technical function.
Traditional methods are only of limited suitability here. Chemical cleaners dissolve hazardous substances and generate contaminated wastewater, abrasive blasting produces large amounts of special waste, and wet wiping tends to spread pollutants rather than reliably removing them. Such methods increase the health risk, complicate disposal, and unnecessarily pollute the environment.
Laser cleaning removes hazardous layers in a controlled, dry, and chemical-free manner – precisely, dust-free, and completely residue-free. The process releases neither dust nor wastewater, as all particles are captured in the filter system, reducing the waste volume to an absolute minimum. The cleaning remains reproducible, safe, and easy to document, significantly simplifying the proof required for authorities, insurances, or internal safety departments.