SODA BLASTING EQUIPMENT
Superior Soda Blasting Solutions for Effective Surface Prep
Harness the power of eco-friendly soda blasting with ESCA equipment for cleaner, safer results for whatever application you may have.
We only carry soda blasting equipment that stands up to heavy use and will last for a long, long time. Many soda blasting equipment options exist today, from mini-blast pots made in China to large-scale complex all-in-one soda blast systems. Our equipment line is built in the USA, do both dustless blasting AND dry blasting, can run both soft and hard abrasives (multi-media), is easy to use, and made to last.
What about “Dustless” Blasting?
Slurry blasters can’t handle baking soda due to its fine, water-soluble nature. However, our soda blasters with a special nozzle enable dustless blasting by surrounding the baking soda with water, requiring only a standard garden hose. This setup provides excellent dust suppression with minimal water usage, utilizing our Water Injection Nozzle (WIN) for efficient performance.
Blast Equipment Packages
ESCA Blast equipment choices include complete turn-key mobile packages and portable, compressor-ready multi-media blast pots and air dryers. Some of these systems only require a small air supply, perfect for a small body shop or occasional field restoration work. We also carry large industrial-sized systems which can hold up to 10.0 cubic feet of media at a time.
Dry Soda Blasting
Many applications exist for DRY Soda Blasting, including fire damage restoration, mold remediation, and most fiberglass types, including boat bottoms and Corvettes. Many automotive restorers and fleet maintenance companies we work with will only use baking soda in a dry environment in order to eliminate the risk of flash rust. With our equipment, you have the flexibility to perform wet aka dustless or traditonal dry soda blasting depending on your project or needs.
Multi-Media = More Versatility & Control
All of ESCA Blast’s equipment can run any type abrasive through it! Other soda pots on the market today are just that – soda-only pots. Unfortunately, not all projects make sense for soda blasting. The ESCA blast line offers the ability to use whatever blast media is appropriate for the job, from Baking Soda to Garnet and everything in-between. This flexibility streamlines operations and increases the value of your investment.
Equipment Features
Our soda blasters use the latest generation Thompson Media Valve assembly. This proven, industry-standard design is a standard for a reason – it’s reliable, works in severe environments, and enables smooth and efficient operation throughout your project.
Preset Media Flow Control Options = Use LESS material
The Media Valve sleeve allows for several flow options – use less soda for light duty applications, and quickly adjust to more flow when needed. What makes our equipment more efficient than others is its ability to lock-in the flow rate, eliminating operator error and field conditions which can affect performance and efficiencies.
150 PSI = Greater Productivity
All ESCA Blast pots are rated to blast up to 150 PSI. It is a known fact that for each Pound per Square Inch of blast pressure gained, productivity increases by 1%. ESCA Blast pots do not just increase productivity a little bit — they increase productivity by 50%
Simple to Use and Maintain = More Blasting
ESCA Blast’s equipment is so simple to use we can train operators over the phone in less than 30 minutes. We can supply you no matter where you are located – our machines are low maintenance, use standard off-the-shelf parts and accessories, come with great documentation, and all of ESCA’s customers receive unlimited technical support for the lifetime of the machine from our factory-trained technicians.
NEED SOME HELP SELECTING THE RIGHT BLAST MEDIA FOR YOUR PROJECT?
ESCA Blast strives to help our clients understand all the options available to them when it comes to blasting. We have a team of experts on staff ready to help you. One of our experts has even written an article to help you select the right blast media for what your project is.
What coatings or residue are you removing?
Grease or Oil?
Use baking soda – it’s a wonderful way to degrease any kind of equipment or part without using a caustic or acid cleaner.
Soot or Smoke Damage?
Use baking soda – it’s the only way to simultaneously remove charring, fire damage, and smoke odors without causing damage to wood structures, ceiling joists, block walls, masonry, etc.
Heavy Rust?
Use crushed glass or another hard abrasive. Although soda can remove surface rust, it does not do a good job at removing heavy-duty oxidation.
Paint, other Coatings?
Soda or Glass or another abrasive will work fine. Soda can remove very tough coatings, even Teflon. What you ultimately decide to use for coating removal will also depend on the below factors.
What surface profile are you looking for?
Smooth?
Use baking soda – it is the softest blasting media on the market & won’t create a profile.
Profile needed?
Use crushed glass or another hard abrasive. Glass can achieve the most required profiles for today’s coatings. However, you may decide to use a harder abrasive in order to go quicker or create a deeper anchor pattern to assure proper bonding and adhesion.
What substrate OR surface are you working on?
Soft aluminum, Fiberglass?
Most people use Baking Soda. You can use harder abrasives on these materials, but it does require both a greater skill level and greater tolerance for risk.
Rubber or Glass nearby?
Use Baking Soda. We have seen some companies market their “dustless” blasters as safe to use around rubber trim or automotive glass – DON’T DO THIS! You will do damage to the car! You must protect anything you don’t want to be damaged whenever you use a hard abrasive regardless if you are vapor blasting or performing any other type of blasting.
