Sandblasting – pros and (no) cons
Sandblasting – pros and (no) cons
Sandblasting is a process in which the surface shall be professionally cleaned with a stream of compressed air combined with abrasive material. The abrasive that we use could be either copper slag or corundum. Worth to know is also the fact that this sort of treatment has a really wide range of application, as it can be dedicated to various types of components. However, what are the primary benefits of sandblasting? Feel free to find it out in this article.
Not only motorization: other application of the sandblasting
First of all, the sandblasting treatment is mainly associated with the automotive industry and such processes as car parts refreshing or whole car bodies renewing. It can also refer to general vehicles frames renovating, not only from cars, but also from motorbikes and bicycles. Secondly, what may actually result surprising, this method is also perfectly appropriate for stone floors, faces and fences cleaning! Moreover, the last ones can be even efficiently restored in fancy mobile sandboxes, which is an innovative solution proposed by some companies specialized in this sector.
Do not forget that the described method can be successfully used also on very delicate surfaces. It is because of the fact that the abrasive material is non-metallic, meaning, it’s only lighter but also less powerful than, for example, steel shot, and, therefore, does not damage the elements.
Why do I need sandblasting?
The most important benefits of using the sandblasting process could be the following:
- effective and thorough cleaning of the surface. The use of compressed air and abrasive material removes rust, varnish and other contaminants, also from hard-to-reach nooks and crannies that would be difficult to reach using another method.
- comprehensive renewal of the element and preparing it for further processing. The cleaned surface is even and rough, which improves the effectiveness of powder coating or varnishing.
- during sandblasting, the damages existing on the surface can be reduced, and thus the material shall be strengthened and its durability, long-lasting.
- takes definitely less time rather than the manual cleaning. The method guarantees total safety for the workers, no dusting problem and no side production of any harmful substances that might affect the local natural environment.
