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Pinch vs. Diaphragm Valves: The Differences in Wet Blast Systems

Pinch vs. Diaphragm Valves: The Differences in Wet Blast Systems

When it comes to wet abrasive blasting equipment, the type of valve used can significantly impact performance, efficiency, and overall user experience. Two common control valve options in this context are pinch valves and diaphragm valves. In this article, we’ll...
Leave No Trace with Dry Ice Blasting

Leave No Trace with Dry Ice Blasting

If you’d like to learn about a surface cleaning technique that leaves no blast media behind to clean up, you’re in the right place. Read on to learn about dry ice blasting and whether it’s a good choice for your surface cleaning project. What is dry ice blasting? Dry...
Surface Restoration for Concrete Structures

Surface Restoration for Concrete Structures

Surface restoration for concrete structures often means applying coatings to rebuild and protect the deteriorated surface. Theses coatings range from sealants to overlays. There are some marvelous products on the market that perform a variety of restoration roles,...
What is Wet Abrasive Blasting?

What is Wet Abrasive Blasting?

It’s called wet abrasive blasting, vapor blasting, and even dustless blasting. But what is this process, and is it right for your surface preparation project? Wet abrasive blasting is a time-tested method of removing coatings, residues, contaminants, and corrosion...
Is Dustless Blasting Really Dustless?

Is Dustless Blasting Really Dustless?

If you’re preparing for a surface preparation and cleaning project, it’s only natural to want it to be as environmentally friendly and as efficient as possible. That’s why the term “dustless blasting” has gained traction. But is dustless blasting really dustless?...
The Evolution of Abrasive Blast Media

The Evolution of Abrasive Blast Media

Media blasting is a term that’s been coined in the very recent past. Prior to the 1990s, the process of blasting with abrasive media was more commonly (and more correctly) called sand blasting. Back in the early days of blast­ing, the predominant abrasive of choice...