Industrial Hydro Jetting Cleaning Services

Service Details

What is Hydro-jetting?Hydro jetting is a non-invasive power-washing process by which pipes are cleaned from clogs, debris buildup, grease, scales, coating material, dirt, chemical contamination, oil, marine growth, etc using a pressurized water jet. The intense force of the high-velocity pressurized water (high and ultra-high pressure) cleans the contamination effectively. The hydro jetting process can even easily clean the areas which are not easily accessible. The process is also known as high-pressure water jetting.A hydro jet system usually consists of a pressure pump, jet nozzle, hose, wastewater handling equipment, work area enclosure, and other accessories to help in the cleaning process. The pressure for the hydro jetting process may vary from 4,000 psi to 60,000 psi depending on the application and cleaning requirement. Other parameters on which the effectiveness of the hydro jetting process depends are:Water Flow rateWater velocity through the jetShape and type of jet nozzleDirection of flowOperating pressureTypes of Hydrojet NozzlesHydro-jetting nozzles are made of various materials and design configurations to suit a range of applications. Some of the common types of hydro-jet nozzles used in hydro jetting services are listed below:Flat jet nozzles, having a wide, slot-shaped hole to create a triangular, fan-shaped water jet spray pattern.Pointed jet nozzles, having a round hole for creating a precise and focused water jet. These types of hydro jet nozzles have a higher impact than flat nozzles.Rotating nozzles, having a rotating portion that has the ability to spray straight as well as to the sides.Carbide nozzles: Usually used for dirty, unfiltered water for operating pressures below 20,000 psi (140 MPa).Steel nozzles: Used when water passes through 25 microns or finer filters with operating pressure below 20,000 psi (140 MPa).Sapphire nozzles: Sapphire nozzles are suitable for very high-pressure (above 140 MPa or 20,000 psi) services.When a nozzle wears out, the effectiveness and quality of hydro jetting reduce.Applications for Hydro JettingHydro jetting services are used almost in every industry wherever cleaning and descaling are required. Some of the common uses of hydro-jetting for cleaning various items are listed below:Cleaning pipes in piping and plumbing services.Cleaning tanks.Removing blockages from filters.Sieve cleaning.Cleaning dirt and scales from heat exchanger tubes. Stubborn heat exchanger deposits can be cleaned effectively.Cleaning rust from various pipes and equipment components.Cleaning of vehicles from dirt, mud, dust, etc.Removal of residue from steel traysRequirement of Hydro JettingThe hydro-jetting services are generally employed when the main line is severely blocked by scales, mineral build-up, debris, etc. All these contaminants impact the flow through the system reducing the system’s effectiveness and efficiency. In such a scenario, hydro jetting service is employed to restore the system efficiency back. The high-pressure water pumping into the system clears the pipes which restores the effectiveness.Prior to using the hydro jetting process, the system must be inspected thoroughly. Each of the above nozzle types has several variations to suit specific needs.Hydrojet Nozzle MaterialsThe water quality and operating pressure greatly impact the working life of each nozzle. So, the selected material must be strong enough to withstand the pressure. Even though there is a range of materials that are used as Hydrojet nozzle materials, there are three materials that are most common.