Abrasive blasting employs specialized machinery in the process of delivering the right type of “finish” for a surface. The equipment can blast away old finishes by projecting a blasting media at the surface. It can also remove contaminants such as rust to prepare the surface of a material for painting. Several types of abrasive blasting supplies, including “shooting” equipment, are available on the market. Choosing is not difficult providing you know what the project requires.
Abrasive Blasting Supplies
Here are a few tips to help you choose the blasting supplies best suited for your applications starting with the basics:
• Know the parameters of the application in question. This includes:
• Required product finish
• Time required to achieve the goal
• Productivity of the process – intended and desired
• Understand what surface(s) consist of before choosing the media
• Fully comprehend the characteristics of potential blast media
Such information will encourage an informed decision-making process.
Specific Equipment
In addition to having a complete understanding of these basic concepts, it is important to look at specific equipment. Consideration in this area should always be given not only to the efficiency and efficacy of the machinery but also to operator safety. The environmental impact of both the media and the process must also be taken into deliberation.
By looking at all aspects, a company can go about selecting the abrasive blasting supplies most suitable for addressing the specific requirements of a project and product or machinery piece. This means considering and even reconsidering both the abrasive media and blasting equipment.
