Maintaining Abrasive Blasting Equipment
Abrasive blasting (sometimes known as sandblasting) is a process used by various industries, including automotive, construction, shipbuilding and welding, to name just a few.
It involves propelling abrasive media against a surface – either to add texture to a smooth surface, make a rough surface smooth, remove surface contaminants, such as paint or rust, or to clean and prepare a surface for a fresh new coating.
However, much like anything else, abrasive blasting equipment needs to be properly maintained if it’s to perform well. Otherwise, operations will be put on hold until replacement parts arrive or an engineer can come and fix it.
Below, the experts at SFEG outline exactly which components need to be maintained regularly to ensure optimal efficiency and performance.
· Blast cabinet
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