FORT Facility Kft. - Surface cleaning, cleaning

Rust removal is a specialist surface cleaning service for removing corrosion, rust layers and surface oxidation from metal surfaces. The appropriate cleaning technology is always selected according to the type and condition of the metal, the extent of the corrosion, accessibility of the surface and the intended subsequent surface treatment.

Corrosion can be removed using abrasive blasting technologies such as soda blasting, sandblasting or glass bead blasting, as well as laser cleaning, dry ice cleaning or mechanical methods, depending on the task. The aim is to clean the corroded surface using the most appropriate method while adapting the process to the condition of the underlying material.

We also remove rust from smaller components in our own workshop. For larger or difficult-to-move structures, equipment and surfaces, we can work on-site at the customer’s premises. The working method is always determined according to the size, mobility and location of the item to be cleaned and the conditions at the site.

After rust has been removed, the exposed metal surface may once again become vulnerable to corrosion, which is why the cleaned surface should be protected as soon as practicable. The need for further surface treatment, coating or corrosion protection should always be determined according to the specific task and the customer’s objectives.

Which surfaces do we treat for rust removal?

• Rust removal from metal surfaces

• Cleaning of carbon steel surfaces

• Rust removal from industrial components

• Cleaning of metal structures

• Rust removal from machine components

• Cleaning of equipment and fittings

• Workshop cleaning of smaller components

• On-site rust removal from larger structures

• Cleaning of heritage or specialist metal surfaces

• Cleaning of hard-to-reach metal surfaces

• Other surfaces subject to individual assessment

Which technologies do we use for rust removal?

• Laser rust removal

• Abrasive blasting

• Sandblasting

• Soda blasting

• Glass bead blasting

• Dry ice cleaning

• Mechanical rust removal

Where do we provide rust removal?

• Office buildings

• Industrial halls

• Factories

• Printing plants

• Cold-storage facilities

• Listed and heritage buildings

• Sculptures and heritage surfaces

• Building-services equipment and associated components

• Churches

• Apartment buildings

• Hotels and guesthouses

• Commercial kitchens, bakeries and pastry shops

• Restaurants, cafés and hospitality venues

• Sports facilities and gyms

• Swimming pools

• Museums and galleries

• Theatres, cultural institutions and event centres

• Shopping centres

• Public transport vehicles

• Warehouses and logistics centres

• Schools, universities and educational facilities

• Community spaces

• Public administration buildings

• Railway stations and airports

• Other industrial, institutional and facility-management environments

What types of contamination and layers do we remove?

• Rust

• Corrosion layers

• Surface oxidation

• Old, loose surface layers

• Environmental contamination

• Industrial deposits

• Dust and surface contamination

• Layers that interfere with subsequent surface treatment

Why do we recommend professional rust removal?

• We use several rust removal technologies

• The technology is adapted to the condition of the metal surface

• Smaller components can be cleaned in our workshop

• On-site cleaning is available for larger structures

• Laser cleaning, abrasive blasting, dry ice cleaning and mechanical methods are available

• Can be used as surface preparation before further treatment or coating

• Suitable for industrial, institutional and specialist environments

• The working method is selected according to the extent of corrosion, surface material and accessibility

When is rust removal recommended?

• when corrosion appears on metal surfaces

• for cleaning industrial components and machine parts

• before the refurbishment or maintenance of metal structures

• as preparation for painting, coating or other surface treatment

• when rust is beginning to affect the condition or appearance of the surface

• when conventional manual cleaning no longer provides a satisfactory result

Frequently Asked Questions

Which technology is used for rust removal?

The rust removal technology is always selected according to the material and condition of the metal surface, the extent of corrosion and the purpose of the cleaning. Depending on the task, we may use laser cleaning, abrasive blasting, sandblasting, soda blasting, glass bead blasting, dry ice cleaning or mechanical methods.

Is rust removal carried out in the workshop or on-site?

Both options are available. We clean smaller components in our own workshop, while for larger, difficult-to-move or installed structures, rust removal can be carried out at the customer’s premises.

Why is it important to protect the surface after rust removal?

Once rust has been removed, the metal surface is exposed to environmental conditions again and may begin to corrode if left unprotected. For this reason, the cleaned surface should generally receive an appropriate surface treatment, coating or corrosion-protection system as soon as possible.

Can rust removal damage the underlying surface?

The technology is always adapted to the specific metal surface. A heavily corroded industrial structure, a small component and a more sensitive metal surface may each require a different approach. Careful technology selection helps achieve effective cleaning while protecting the underlying material as far as possible.

When are manual or mechanical methods no longer sufficient?

If corrosion covers a larger area, is more strongly bonded to the surface, or the purpose of cleaning is to prepare the surface for coating, painting or industrial surface preparation, abrasive blasting or laser rust removal may provide a more effective solution.

Choosing the right surface cleaning technology can result in significant time and cost savings.

For more than 35 years, we have been helping our clients select the most effective cleaning and surface cleaning solutions throughout Budapest and across Hungary.

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