Industrial Cleaning of a Fiberglass Manufacturing Plant in

in South Dakota

Services Performed

Ceiling Painting, Combustible Dust Cleaning, Industrial Manufacturing Cleaning

Location

South Dakota

Interior of an industrial warehouse showing a grid of steel ceiling beams covered with peeling, flaking material; several bright hanging work lights and exposed wiring illuminate the space below.

Client and Facility Overview

Situated in South Dakota, this client operates a sprawling 74,000-square-foot fiberglass manufacturing facility. Their facility houses cutting-edge manufacturing processes and equipment, producing a wide range of high-quality fiberglass products for various industries. The facility's expansive layout accommodates multiple production lines, storage areas, and specialized zones for different stages of the fiberglass manufacturing process.

Requested Maintenance

The client requested industrial cleaning services focusing on both the walls and the ceiling of their expansive facility. The primary goal was to enhance the overall attractiveness, safety, and cleanliness of their industrial space.

Decision Driver and Timing

An intensive cleaning was needed to reduce the risks associated with combustible dust and create a safer work environment, while making the facility brighter and more visually appealing. Painters USA was selected specifically for our ability to schedule the work during a pre-planned Memorial Day weekend plant shutdown, ensuring that normal operations would not be interrupted.

Scope of Work

Safety Assessment: Initial survey of the facility to identify any potential hazards and formulate a comprehensive plan for safety.
Debris Containment: Proper masking of flooring and equipment to protect from debris during cleaning operations.
Ceiling Cleaning:
- Blown down loose debris
- Hand scraping of any remaining loose and failed coating
Wall Cleaning: Manual cleaning using specialized, industrial-strength cleaners
Use of Explosion-Proof Equipment: Deployment of explosion-proof vacuums to safely handle combustible dust.

Notable Details

Customized cleaning procedures were used for both walls and ceilings. For the walls, specialized cleaners were used to ensure maximum cleanliness without compromising the substrate material.

Close collaboration with the client was critical to the success of the project. Pre-planning meetings ensured that all aspects of the project were in sync with the customer's schedule and operational needs.

Client Satisfaction

Our client was very pleased with the quality of work and professionalism of the Painters USA team. The project was completed on schedule without disrupting normal plant operations and met their goals for cleanliness and safety.