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How to Etch Glass With Sandblasting
Sandblasting is traditionally used to remove corrosion, contaminants and coatings but can also serve other purposes. This technique is also a versatile and effective glass etching method with various artistic and practical possibilities. Sandblasted glass looks...
What Size Blast Hose Should I Choose?
Overview of Blast Hose Sizing Choosing the right sandblasting hose size is crucial for efficient and effective surface treatment. Whether you’re looking to select the optimal sandblasting hose size or searching for a useful size chart, this guide will help you make...
Can Beach Sand Be Used for Sandblasting?
Whether you need to remove rust or corrosion or prepare a hard surface for paint, the type of blasting material you use in sandblasting projects can affect the results. Beyond affecting the surface condition and profile, the wrong blasting material can also impact...
What Are the Hazards of Sandblasting?
Sandblasting, or abrasive blasting, requires high-pressure equipment to blast abrasive media particles onto a surface or substrate. Businesses across industries use abrasive media blasting for applications such as surface preparation, corrosion removal, rust removal,...
Is Silica Sand Safe to Blast With?
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...
How to Start a Powder Coating Business
Powder coating is an eco-friendly, durable dry finishing process that delivers customers' desired aesthetics at a favorable price point. Is powder coating a good business to start? Starting a powder coating business can be rewarding when you have the right plan. You...
Coal Slag vs. 10X Superoxalloy Abrasives
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...
Do 10X Abrasives Contain Too Much Beryllium?
An open letter to the blasting community: I am honored to be the CEO and a co-founder of 10X Engineered Materials. Our entire extended team, from our factory workers to our board chairman and investors, is dedicated to a mission of breakthrough innovation and...
15 Different Types of Blasting Abrasives
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...
Can You Sandblast a Deck?
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 strip...