Attachment 1_Minimum Characteristics_Dry Ice Blasters.pdf

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Dry Ice Blasters, Spangdahlem AB, Germany
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This document is an attachment specifying the minimum requirements for 2 dry ice blasters needed by Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. The dry ice blasters will be used to clean approximately 547 pieces of equipment every 6 months in a more environmentally friendly and effective manner compared to the current pressure washing method.

The key requirements include: 110V power, blast pressure range of 20-145 psi, 60 lb dry ice hopper capacity, variable particle size of 3-0.3 mm, feed rate of 0-4 lbs per minute, two 25 ft hoses, and a personal protective equipment kit. The dry ice blasters must also have a 10-year warranty policy and not require annual servicing. This requirement is part of a larger federal contract opportunity, Solicitation Number FA560624Q2048, issued by the Department of the Air Force United States Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa.

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Minimum Requirements – MXMG Dry Ice Blaster

Requirement and Justification:

Spangdahlem AB, Germany is seeking 2 Dry Ice Blasters to clean approximately 547 pieces of equipment every 6 months which uses a large amount of water, as well as quickly fills up and occasionally overloads the oil/water separators built into the wash bay drain systems. A purchase order may be awarded to meet the subject needs.

The Dry Ice Blasters will clean equipment in a more environmentally friendly way. It is also more effective at safely cleaning contaminants off equipment, without the need for a separate system to filter the excess oil, grease, and other substances. Dry ice is also a faster method compared to the current method of pressure washing.

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 dry ice blasters – 110V Required o Dimensions

Minimum: 39 in x 19 in x 45 in Maximum: 60 in x 40 in x 45 in o Blast Pressure Range: 20 to 145 psi o Hopper Capacity: 60 lbs dry ice particles o Particle Size: variable, 3 mm-0.3 mm pellets

Variable particle size – machine must be able to change the size of the particle which is key to different applications including cleaning, paint removal, and corrosion prevention.

o Feed Rate: variable, 0-4 lbs per min

• 2 hoses: 3-4 in outside diameter with minimum length of 25 ft o Supply hose designed to eliminate constrictions and freezing up during operation

• 1 Personal Protective Equipment Kit – noise, eye, and hand protection o Plastic scoop for dry ice o Earmuffs o Anti-fog lens eyewear o Fully lined synthetic leather gloves

• Compressed Air Supply: 40-145 psi o Nozzle Air Consumption: 12-100 cubic ft per min at 80 psi

• 10-Year Warranty Policy including replacement machines with at least equal specifications for the duration of maintenance until the original unit is deemed serviceable. Annual servicing not required.

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