1.) Try 10X Superoxalloy Abrasive
2.) Slightly Modify the Blasting Process
The Results:
80% Less Dust
Shipyard operations saw an estimated dust reduction of up to 80%. Neighbor complaints ended. And blasting operators enjoyed cleaner work conditions and improved visibility.
79% Less Abrasive Consumption
Over a period of one year, usage decreased from 3,700,000 lbs. of the previous mineral abrasive to 770,000 lbs. of 10X superoxalloy.
40% Increase In Speed![Need for speed](https://10xem.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/10x-kinetix-speed-icon.jpg)
Average working speed increased from 200 sq. ft./hour with the previous mineral abrasive to 280 sq. ft./hour with 10X superoxalloy abrasive.
Delayed Rust Bloom![Quality & results](https://10xem.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/10x-kinetix-checkmark-icon.jpg)
Superoxalloy finished surfaces in the seaside environment now remain free of rust bloom for more than two weeks in rain free conditions.
Simple Enhancements to the Blasting Process
- Switch from older abrasive to 10X superoxalloy
- Blast at 100 PSI or higher
- Use plunger-style metering valves to allow fine-tuning of flow to low levels (where superoxalloys perform most efficiently)
- Regularly check all nozzles for wear and replace when worn
- Check air dryers regularly to ensure surface finish quality
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The Bottom Line
Here’s what the switch to 10X superoxalloy and simple minutes-a-day enhancements to blasting procedures added up to for the shipyard:
$200,000 to $300,000 per year in additional bottom line profit
And this doesn’t include additional hard-to-measure benefits: more efficient use of dock space, less rework from rust bloom, and added profit from finishing boats in less time.