Laser could replace sandblasting for cleaning of steel
Oppsirk has piloted steel cleaning with laser. The results are promising. The concept can potentially replace sand blasting. This would be another game changer for reducing emissions and energy consumption for the steel industry.
Laser: Laser Norge
Pilot: Green Yard Kleven
Idea and project lead: Nordic Circles
Steel supply: Green Yard Kleven
Research institute: Sintef