R. Baker & Son: Experts in Environmental Services

RED BANK, N.J. - March 19, 2013 - PRLog -- Our fleet of equipment includes excavators, power and pressure washers, HEPA vacuums and filtering, industrial scarifiers, line pigging equipment, and more.  Remediation and decontamination are often performed as part of a demolition, decommissioning, dismantling, or other project. R. Baker & Son personnel are HAZWOPR certified and CSE trained.

Our Environmental Services Include:

·    Surface Cleaning (soda blasting)
·    Pipeline Cleaning and Pigging
·    HVAC and Other Duct Cleaning
·    Non-ACM Insulation Removal
·    Column, Tank and Vessel Cleaning
·    Scarification
·    HEPA Vacuum Services
·    Line Flushing and First Line Breaks
·    Power Washing and Steam Cleaning of Pipes and Equipment

Surface Cleaning using the ARMEX Cleaning and Coating Removal System:  Soda blasting is widely recognized as a superior and environmentally friendly method of cleaning, paint removal, and degreasing surfaces.  Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) is granular and sharp enough to remove carbon, grease, oils, paint, rust, dirt, etc., from a variety of surfaces.  But, unlike sand blasting and other methods, which can damage substrates, it is safe to use on virtually any surface – steel, stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized metal, concrete, ceramic tile, glass, plastics, rubber, neoprene, and many more – and is environmentally safe.  ARMEX, the industry leader, offers a variety of particle sizes, formulations, and equipment, allowing R. Baker & Son to accommodate our clients’ wide range of needs.  

Pipeline Cleaning and Pigging: Buildup in a pipeline can cause contamination, reduced flow, and decreased production, and can lead to cracks in the line. Pigging, an effective method used to remove solids or liquids, scraping, line drying, and pipeline inspection, is accomplished by propelling a “pig”, a usually cylindrical or spherical device, through the pipeline. The pig can be propelled by existing product flow, compressed air, inert gas, or towed by a cable or other device.  As the pig travels through the pipeline, it sweeps the line by scraping the sides and pushing debris ahead.  It is often used to inspect a pipeline’s interior.  Other methods of pipeline cleaning employed by R. Baker & Son include flushing, jet-washing (hydro-blasting), mechanical cleaning, acid cleaning, and chemical cleaning, depending on a client’s specific needs.  

HVAC and Other Duct Cleaning:  Over time, dirty HVAC ductwork can spread dust, mold, bacteria, and other contaminants throughout a facility, causing a myriad of health and productivity problems associated with poor indoor air quality.  Dust and debris buildup can also restrict airflow, reduce system efficiency, provide a breeding ground for mold and bacteria, and increase the risk of fire in facilities where combustible dust is present.  Ductwork should be periodically inspected and cleaned by a certified professional, such as R. Baker & Son, utilizing specialized duct cleaning equipment.

Non-ACM Insulation Removal:  When the removal of non-ACM insulation (fiberglass, cellulose, etc.) removal becomes necessary, adherence to strict safety procedures and equipment such as HEPA vacuums, filters, and air misting, must be used to prevent hazardous particulates such as fiberglass, mold, rodent droppings, or other contamination from escaping into the air, and materials must be properly removed, containerized and disposed of.  

Column, Tank and Vessel Cleaning:  When cleaning of columns, vessels, and other confined spaces is necessary, such as during refinery shutdowns, safety is always of utmost importance.  Automated remotely-controlled cleaning using high flow, high pressure water jetting pumps is always preferable and used whenever possible, though human intervention is sometimes necessary.  In projects where human entry is required, stringent safety procedures must be strictly followed and proper PPE must be used. R. Baker & Son uses the latest high tech equipment and workers are fully trained and experienced in both automated and manual cleaning methods, and in proper containment and disposal of substances.  

Scarification: Scarification is performed on concrete flooring to clean, texturize, level, groove, or remove material. It is commonly performed to remove deteriorated, damaged, or contaminated concrete, or to remove epoxy, paint, adhesives, or other coatings. Scarifying leaves surfaces clean, evenly textured, and ready to receive a new coating or overlayment.  While most scarifiers are equipped with a vacuum system capture dust, more sophisticated scarifiers uses HEPA technology to capture and contain 100% of airborne particulates and over 99% of heavier solids.  This equipement is necessary in sensitive environments or when hazardous materials are being removed.  

HEPA Vacuum Services: Environmental cleanup and abatement often calls for the removal of hazardous and toxic materials, dust, and fine powders with high quality industrial HEPA vacuum equipment.  HEPA, or high-efficiency particulate air, is a type of filter that meets an efficiency standard set by the DOE, removing at least 99.97% of all particles greater than 0.3 micrometres from the air that passes through it.  R. Baker & Son provides HEPA vacuum services for lead abatement, lead paint removal, mold remediation, and duct cleaning, and other applications.

Line Flushing and First Line Breaks: When process pipes require flushing and/or first line breaking, R. Baker & Son is equipped with the necessary pumps, filters, hoses, and other equipment required for a full gamut of specifications.  It is imperative that lines are properly flushed, vented, and verified as clear of hazardous residue, plugs, or pressure during line breaking, so it is important that it be performed by trained personnel adhering to strict procedures.  

Power Washing and Steam Cleaning of Pipes and Equipment: R. Baker & Son provides power / pressure washing and steam cleaning for a variety of pipe- and equipment-cleaning tasks. Pressure washing requires specialized industrial equipment, and appropriate measures must be taken for water reclamation, filtration, containment, reuse, or disposal.  Steam cleaning reduces the amount of water used by up to 95% compared to power washing, and reduces or eliminates the need for solvents or chemicals.  It can be safely used in water sensitive areas such as around electrical equipment, in control panels, on motors, etc.  Steam can be used to clean and sanitize pipes as well and can reach small cracks and crevices.

R. Baker & Son All Industrial Services
1 Globe Street
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Phone: 732-222-3553
Fax: 732-450-0311
Web: http://www.rbaker.com