GARNET BLASTING MEDIA
A TRUE Multi-Purpose Media
Garnet blasting media is a dense, reusable abrasive ideal for indoor surface preparation and reclamation. Its sharp, angular particles excel at removing rust, paint, and contaminants from metals, delivering high-quality surface finishes. While it offers excellent performance, it may not be the most economical choice for outdoor blasting due to challenging reclamation and higher costs compared to less dense abrasives.
Is Garnet cost-effective?
Garnet blasting media is ideal for indoor operations with reclaiming capabilities due to its density and reusability, up to 6 times. However, it may not be suitable for outdoor or dustless blasting projects due to difficulties in reclamation and higher cost compared to less dense abrasives, like JETMAG which costs almost 45% less!
Garnet & Historic Preservation
Garnet blasting media, used at low pressure in ESCA equipment, is highly effective for preservation and restoration work. Its dense, rounded grains produce minimal dust and are ideal for delicate tasks, such as removing wax from the Eiffel Tower’s granite base or restoring monuments at Gettysburg. This media can clean various surfaces without causing damage, thanks to its bouncing action that lifts contaminants without cutting into the material.
Widely utilized for both historical and modern projects, Garnet blasting media is versatile enough for use on wood, stone, and masonry. However, due to its effectiveness on sensitive materials, we recommend thorough testing and sampling before application. For personalized advice and project discussions, please contact us with your specific needs and questions.
- Paint and rust removal
- New and Structural steel prep; mill scale removal
- Wood restoration
- Industrial Maintenance projects
- Oil & Gas Terminals, Petroleum refining, Pipelines
- Energy generation and transmission
- Construction and infrastructure
- Shipbuilding, maintenance, and repairs
- Metal fabrication
- Water & wastewater treatment
- Water Jetting
- Ultra High-Pressure equipment
- Hard Stone building facades, masonry, and brick restoration (testing required!)
- Monument and Statue Restoration work
- UHP (Ultra High Pressure) Equipment
- Water Jet / Waterjet / Aquajet Cutting Equipment
- Dry Blast Equipment
- Wet Abrasive aka “Dustless” Blaster
- Blast Cabinet
- Air Dryer (for dry blasting)
- Air Compressor
- PPE: earplugs, face mask, gloves, Blast Suit, Nova3 Air Fed Helmet Respirator or PAPR System for confined spaces.
- Free Project Support: Consumption and production rates, equipment and application recommendations
- Non-hazardous, non-toxic and inert
- Non-Ferrous
- Silica and heavy metal-free abrasive
- Shelf Life: Unlimited when stored indoors
- Can perform vapor / “dustless” or dry blasting
- Reddish Brown color
- Landscape-SAFE
- Recyclable up to 4-6x
- Packaging: 55 lb bags
- Full Skid: (40) bags or 2200+ lbs
- Supersacks: 2200 lbs
- No minimum order at any of our locations: Hatfield, PA; Grand Rapids, MI; Greensboro, NC
- Mix and Match skids of different grades OR medias available at no extra charge
- Logistics: We can deliver to virtually any location, including construction sites, residential addresses, military complexes, nearby terminals.
- Need rush service, lift gate, call ahead, or appt? No problem!
- All Major credit cards accepted
- Free Project Support: Consumption and production rates, scheduling, application recommendations
- Ready to Order? Contact us now!
| MESH | 30-60 | GX 60 | 80 | 120 | 200 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORMULA | Medium | Medium | Medium-Fine | Fine | Extra-Fine |
| SHAPE | Sub-Angular | Sub-Angular | Sub-Angular | Sub-Angular | Sub-Angular |
| HARDNESS | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| PROFILE | 2-3.5 | 1-2 | Variable | Variable | |
| PH VALUE | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| WATER SOLUBLE | No | No | No | No | No |
| COLOR | Red | Red | Red | Red | Red |
| FREE SILICA CONTENT | Less than 1% | Less than 1% | Less than 1% | Less than 1% | Less than 1% |
| HEAVY METALS? | No | No |
No | No | No |
