Surface Preparation - 10X Superoxalloy Abrasives

Sandblasting vs. Soda Blasting: What’s the Difference?

Nov 20, 2024 | Blog

Sandblasting and soda blasting are abrasive blasting techniques used in cleaning and surface preparation. Although these materials follow similar processes and use the same equipment, they differ significantly in terms of their application methods, ideal use cases and...

What Size Blast Hose Should I Choose?

Aug 21, 2024 | Blog

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...

Developer earns additional LEED points using 10X superoxalloy abrasive

Dec 2, 2020 | Field Reports

The Challenge A historical building was being renovated and converted into an apartment complex. Coal slag abrasive was being used to clean the structural surfaces on the inside of the building. In addition to the need for cost control and effective cleaning, the...

Prevent Flash Rust on Blasted Steel with 10X Superoxalloy Abrasives

Dec 2, 2020 | Field Reports

The Problem: Flash Rusting After Blasting Steel Flash rusting is a common issue that affects blasting and painting contractors working with carbon steel. After blasting, steel surfaces are prone to flash rusting, sometimes within hours, especially in humid conditions....

Superoxalloy vs. crushed glass: Reducing chrome sulfur plate removal by 62.5%

Dec 2, 2020 | Field Reports

The Challenge An industrial services contractor was performing a reactor maintenance turnaround project and fell behind because removal of chrome sulfur plating was too slow and, in some cases, impossible to do by blasting with crushed glass. They were warned by their...