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Runway & Apron Cleaning Services Since 1996
Specializing in Rubber, Markings, Oil and Grease Removal for Airports, Commercial and Military
Specializing in Rubber, Markings, Oil and Grease Removal for Airports, Commercial and Military
Over 25 years of experience in airport surface cleaning
Runway rubber removal, apron oil and grease cleaning, and pavement markings removal
Delivering top-tier results with a dedicated Quality Assurance System
The aim of removing the rubber from runways is to restore the friction coefficient of the runway pavement surface for safer landings. Safety is what it’s all about. Airports should schedule periodic friction evaluations for each runway. These evaluations can be carried out using the Continuous Friction Measuring Equipment (CFME).
The UHP quickly and efficiently removes rubber deposits from the runways and improves the friction coefficient, removes markings and cleans oil & grease from apron and at the same time ensures no damage to pavement, grooving, electric fixtures and runway lighting systems.
Once the friction coefficient drops below 50%, the Airport Authorities need to determine the cause. If the reason is due to the accumulation of rubber deposits, then the contaminated area is marked and scheduled to be cleaned.
Apron oil and grease removal utilizes ultra-high-pressure water to clean dirt, oil, grease, jet fuel stains, and other materials from asphalt and concrete surfaces. The water, heated to about 60°C by high-velocity nozzles, effectively removes stains while the system collects debris in a recovery tank. It also cleans dirt from concrete cracks, allowing for sealers to protect against damage from salts and chloride.
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EM Airfield specializes in airport runway and apron cleaning services, including rubber removal, markings removal, and oil and grease removal from both concrete and asphalt surfaces.
The UHP system uses ultra-high-pressure water jets to remove rubber deposits, pavement markings, and clean oil and grease. The system operates without damaging the pavement or any runway fixtures, ensuring a high level of safety and efficiency.
EM Airfield provides services in Cyprus and the Middle East. We have also extended our runway rubber removal services to Africa and Eastern Europe.
Rubber deposits can significantly reduce the friction of runway surfaces, especially when wet, which affects aircraft braking capability and directional control. Regular rubber removal restores the friction coefficient, ensuring safer landings.
The UHP system is designed to operate at high pressures while ensuring no damage to the runway pavement, grooving, electric fixtures, or lighting systems. The process is carefully monitored and adjusted to prevent any surface damage.
We use the Bowmonk AFM2 Airfield Friction Meter for spot-checking runway friction. This equipment helps determine when the friction coefficient drops below safe levels, necessitating runway cleaning or maintenance.
Friction loss on runways can be caused by rubber deposits from aircraft tires, dust, jet fuel, oil spills, water, snow, ice, and other contaminants. These elements reduce surface friction, affecting aircraft performance during landing and takeoff.
Airports should conduct regular friction evaluations for each runway to ensure safety. The frequency of these evaluations depends on runway usage, environmental conditions, and the type of aircraft traffic.
Contact us today to learn more about our specialized airport runway and apron cleaning services, or to request a customized quote for your airfield maintenance needs.
21, Essopou Str, Saint Nicolaos,
3100 Limassol, Cyprus
