Green approach to graffiti removal

Graffiti Stop uses this eco-friendly vacuum blasting process on a granulate basis. Entirely chemical-free and without using high pressure, the equipment can be individually tuned to each surface through the choice of granulate and by adjusting the drive power, and can be used both indoors and outdoors. 

The granulate can be reused up to 80 times and is not harmful to the environment or the sub-surface. Because of this 'soft' procedure, systeco says the vacuum blasting system is suitable for use on and in historic buildings: Depending on what the operator or owner indicates, graffiti removal can be done so that it preserves the patina of the substrate, or the stone can be cleaned deep into the pores, so that it looks like new. 

Lead-containing or other toxic ink or paint is also collected by the vacuum-blasting system in a closed circuit and filtered to be disposed of separately afterwards. The equipment works without moisture and is suitable for mobile use. Since no dust is generated and no waste water or the like has to be removed, application during the normal use of the object is possible. 

Lars Kühnel, managing director of Graffiti Stop said: "We are eco-friendly and employee-friendly, that is, we do not impose high demands or stressful situations on our staff. Hearing, visual or respiratory protection is not necessary with our system and there is no hard physical labour involved." 

Depending on the number of layers of paint or ink, one device has a capacity of 2 to 5 m² per hour.