Surface Prep: Before & After Blasting

Sand blasting is a key component of preparing industrial items for finishes or cleaning. Sand blasting involves using a fine silica sand or other medium to use abrasion to clean and treat a surface. Sand blasting is often the step towards applying a finish to a product or machine. After the sand blasting a finish or adhesive can be applied to a surface. Blasting can be performed in a cabinet or room in a permanent set up or on a mobile piece of equipment.

Key Takeaways:

• Abrasive sand blasting is often the first and key step in preparing objects for finish work.
• Sandblasting allows the surface to be prepared for future coats of finish products. Traditionally silica sand is used, but there are many products with different advantages available.
• Sand blasting can take place in a dedicated blasting room for large scale operations or in portable units for on-site applications.

“The main reason to include surface prep as part of your blasting routine is that leaving it out can prevent the finish from taking hold. Whether you’re painting or adding any other type of finish to an object, it won’t look right unless you prep the surface properly.”

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