Wet and Dry Abrasive Blasting

Abrasive blasting, a versatile surface preparation technique, boasts an array of features and applications that cater to diverse industrial, commercial, and domestic needs. Here’s an in-depth look at the benefits and capabilities of abrasive blasting:

Common Features and Benefits:

Versatile Media Options: Abrasive blasting offers the flexibility to utilize a wide range of media, from extremely fine to coarse, encompassing materials like plastic, steel, and more.
Surface Degreasing: The process allows for simultaneous degreasing and abrasive blasting using hot water and soap, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
Dust Elimination: Unlike traditional methods, abrasive blasting eliminates dust, enabling the safe use of smilacaceous materials and facilitating the removal of hazardous substances like asbestos and radioactive contaminants.
Effective Decontamination: Abrasive blasting effectively removes hazardous materials from components and structures, ensuring thorough decontamination and promoting safety.
Comprehensive Cleaning: Virtually any surface can be blast cleaned, including stone, brick, hardwoods, metals, paint, plant machinery, vehicle bodywork, and more, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Applications and Capabilities:

Automotive and Marine: Abrasive blasting is ideal for cleaning car bodies, boat hulls, and chassis, effectively removing paint, rust, and marine growth without damaging the underlying material.
Industrial and Domestic: Whether it’s structural steel, machinery, or household surfaces, abrasive blasting offers efficient cleaning and preparation for further treatment.
Fire and Smoke Damage Cleanup: The process is highly effective for mould and fire/smoke damage remediation, thoroughly cleaning and deodorising affected surfaces.
Surface Preparation: Abrasive blasting prepares surfaces for coatings and bonding operations, ensuring optimal adhesion and longevity of finishes.
Historical Restoration: In historical preservation projects, abrasive blasting delicately removes stains and contaminants from delicate materials like stone and wood, restoring them to their original beauty.

Media Options:

Mineral Abrasives: Silica sand and garnet are commonly used mineral abrasives, offering equivalent production rates with less dust and safety hazards.
Agricultural Abrasives: Crushed nut shells and fruit kernels provide soft abrasives suitable for delicate materials like brick and stone.
Synthetic Abrasives: Corn/wheat starch, sodium bicarbonate, and dry ice offer gentle cleaning options, ideal for sensitive surfaces and materials.
Metallic Abrasives: Steel shot, stainless steel shot, and aluminium shot provide powerful cleaning capabilities, ideal for heavy-duty applications.

Site Visits and Services:

Tailored Solutions: We offer customized solutions tailored to your specific needs, utilising approved abrasives and industry expertise to achieve optimal results.
Sample Blasting: Site visits and sample blasts are available to ascertain the grade of abrasive and pressure required for optimum results.
Comprehensive Service: Our services include masking, protection, sweeping, and debris clearing, ensuring a hassle-free experience from start to finish.

Trust Gleamgenie for all your abrasive blasting needs, whether industrial, commercial, or domestic. Contact us today to learn more about our services and schedule a consultation.