Intake Cleaning was founded to meet the growing demand from mechanical workshops and vehicle owners for the removal of carbon and soot from engine intake ports, manifolds, and EGR systems. Our team of fully qualified technicians uses specialist equipment to ensure your vehicle performs at its best. Though based in Brisbane, we are mobile and support workshops throughout South East Queensland
Intake Cleaning was established to meet the growing demand for cleaning engine intake ports, manifolds, and EGR systems in modern vehicles. As Direct Injection (DI) engines become more common, the need for specialised services like ours has increased significantly.
Our fully qualified technicians use advanced tools and techniques to ensure your vehicle performs at its best. Located in Brisbane, we specialise in walnut shell blasting to clean nearly any engine’s intake system. We also offer mobile services to support workshops across Brisbane, making it easier for you to maintain your clients’ vehicles.
Albin Buchner, the founder of Port Carbon Clean, which was sold in 2022, is now reopening a new venture, Intake Cleaning, building upon the success of his previous business while incorporating additional expertise.
Albin’s journey began in the 1980s in Austria, where he started his mechanical apprenticeship. This intensive training laid the groundwork for his deep expertise in European cars and laid the foundation for a career dedicated to automotive performance. After completing his apprenticeship, Albin honed his skills with various brands, eventually becoming an expert in European vehicles.
In the early 2000s, Albin saw the emerging need for a specialised service to tackle carbon build-up in the growing number of Direct Injection engines. This insight led him to establish Port Carbon Clean, which quickly became a leader in the walnut shell blasting service for engine intake cleaning. The company’s success was driven by his mechanical expertise, a passion for quality, and his understanding of the unique needs of modern high-performance engines.
After selling Port Carbon Clean in 2022 and taking a well-deserved break, Albin has now reinvented his approach, relaunching under the name Intake Cleaning. Building upon his experience, Intake Cleaning expands the original walnut shell blasting service, adding a specialisation in European vehicles. This new company reflects Albin’s ongoing commitment to quality and performance while offering a comprehensive range of services for both modern Direct Injection engines and classic European models.
Intake Cleaning is a specialised business dedicated to the cleaning of inlet ports, inlet valves, manifolds, and EGR systems using state-of-the-art Walnut Shell Blasting technology. This process is essential for modern engines with Direct Injection (DI) fuel systems, where carbon build-up can restrict airflow, reduce efficiency, and impact overall performance.
Our process starts with removing the inlet manifold and disconnecting all components attached to it, allowing us to access the inlet ports thoroughly. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how we clean your engine’s intake system:
We provide walnut shell blasting to help your engine run more efficiently, with a wide range of benefits, including:
Thorough Cleaning: We take great care to ensure that every part of the intake system is cleaned without causing damage to delicate engine components.
Quality Materials: Only the correct grade of walnut shells is used to avoid any harm to the engine. This ensures a gentle yet effective cleaning process.
Controlled Air Pressure: We maintain specific air pressure to ensure walnut shells are directed only where needed and prevent them from entering unwanted engine areas.
At Intake Cleaning, we are dedicated to enhancing your vehicle’s performance, fuel efficiency, and longevity. With years of experience and cutting-edge technology, we deliver results you can trust. Whether you own a high-performance European car or a modern direct-injection engine, our team is ready to provide the exceptional service you need
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