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Methylene Chloride Ban: What to Expect and Alternatives

Mar 13, 2025 | Blog

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has banned most uses of methylene chloride. Also known as dichloromethane (DCM), methylene chloride is used in various industrial applications, including paint stripping and degreasing, and as a solvent in chemical processes....

How Do Abrasives Impact Equipment Wear and Tear?

Mar 7, 2025 | Blog

Sandblasting is a precision-driven process that relies on high-velocity abrasive media to remove corrosion, coatings and surface contaminants. The choice of abrasive directly affects the longevity and efficiency of blasting equipment. Worn-out sandblasting...

Transitioning from Methylene Chloride Chemical Strippers to Abrasive Blasting

Feb 28, 2025 | Webinars

Did you miss our webinar? Watch live on demand, where we review the upcoming regulatory changes affecting powder coaters. Key Takeaways: Proven methods to ensure a smooth and profitable transition How to choose the right abrasive blasting solution for your operation...

10X Engineered Materials Expands Logistics Capabilities with Bulk Rail Delivery Across North America

Feb 7, 2025 | Press Releases

March 2025 – Wabash, Indiana – 10X Engineered Materials (10XEM.com), a leader in advanced blasting abrasives, has expanded its logistics capabilities to include bulk rail delivery across North America. This strategic advancement allows industrial customers to receive...

Can You Sandblast Die-Casts?

Jan 17, 2025 | Blog

Sandblasting is an umbrella term for a variety of surface preparation processes. Also known as abrasive blasting, it propels a stream of solid particles against a surface using compressed air or water at extremely high speeds and pressure. Sandblasting is part of the...