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Is Silica Sand Safe to Blast With?

Aug 2, 2024 | Blog

Workers started blasting with silica sand more than 100 years ago. It was a popular abrasive media for many applications due to its availability, particle size and effectiveness on various substrates. However, research has revealed that silica sand is dangerous to...

Coal Slag vs. 10X Superoxalloy Abrasives

Jul 5, 2024 | Blog

Coal slag and superoxalloy are both commonly used in surface preparation, but these two popular types of abrasive blasting media differ vastly in terms of safety, surface finish, and reusability. Our guide will provide an in-depth comparison of the two products so...

15 Different Types of Blasting Abrasives

Jun 13, 2024 | Blog

Abrasive blasting — sometimes referred to as sandblasting or media blasting — is an effective way to clean and prepare surfaces. As there are numerous blasting media types to choose from, you must determine the best material for your application. Our guide provides an...

Arrow Marine Services Further Improves Margins With Switch From KinetiX to DynamiX

May 30, 2024 | Field Reports

We followed one of our clients, Arrow Marine Services, while they tested our new product, Dynamix. They experienced remarkable improvements by switching from slag abrasive to KinetiX-20/70 and then to DynamiX. Here’s what they found: Switching from Slag Abrasive...

Can You Sandblast a Deck?

May 30, 2024 | Blog

Deck maintenance ensures longevity and beauty. Painting and staining are popular for enhancing a deck’s appearance and durability, and preparing the deck for such treatment is crucial. Sandblasting is a powerful technique among the various preparation methods to...