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Ethyl lactate and methyl soyate as bio based alternatives to chlorinated and other petroleum based solvents

Bio based solvents can replace petroleum derived solvents in various applications like adhesives and coating, inks and cleaning products.

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Fassadenreinigung mit Hilfe von Trockeneisstrahlung für die Restaurierung von Denkmälern in Prag

Fassadenreinigung kann mit Hilfe von Chemikalien oder durch das Abstrahlen mit verschiedenen Mitteln erreicht werden. Die chemische Reinigung erfolgt oft mit gefährlichen Stoffen, wie Dichlormethan oder Methylpyrrolidon. Sandstrahlung ist auf Grund von kristallinem Siliziumdioxid, ein karzinogener Stoff, gefährlich. Das Abstrahlen mit Trockeneis könnte eine sicherere Alternative sein. Ein Beispiel der Verwendung bei der Restaurierung alter Monumente in Prag wird vorgestellt.

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Facade cleaning using dry ice blasting for monument restoration in Prague

Facade cleaning may be performed with chemicals or by using blasting with various media. Chemical cleaning is often done with hazardous substances like dichloromethane or methyl pyrrolidone. Sandblasting is hazardous due to the crystalline silica, a carcinogen. Using dry ice blasting may be a safer alternative. An example of its use in restoring ancient Prague monuments is presented.

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