Sometimes referred to as abrasive blasting, the sandblasting technique is used to shape, strip, and smooth the surface of your manufacturing equipment and tools before the powder coating process begins.
To understand how sandblasting works, just think of someone using sandpaper to remove built up grease, paint, and other debris. Sandblasting works much the same but is immensely more effective and efficient; proving an even texture throughout the surface to ensure an even finish later on.
How Does Sandblasting Work?
During the sandblasting process, compressed air shoots sand particles (or other abrasive materials) through a hose and nozzle. Once the particles make contact with the surface of your items, it effectively removes the top layer, leaving behind a smooth and clean surface; ready for powder coating.
In addition to sand, some other particles used for sandblasting include metal grit, glass beads, glass particles, steel shot, and more. The process itself can help to remove:
- Dust
- Previous finishes/paint
- Imperfections
- Grease
- Rust
Is Sandblasting Always Necessary?
While sandblasting isn’t always necessary, without it, any coated application wouldn’t be able to properly adhere to the surface of the item. The sandblasting process makes it much easier for coating finishes to adhere.
Old layers of paint, for example, can be removed with ease with abrasive blasting. In other words, if you want to ensure a polished and professional look and optimal longevity, sandblasting is a necessary part of the powder coating process.
Sandblasting & Powder Coating in Indianapolis
At Rush Powder Coatings, sandblasting is a big part of our powder coating process and one of the main reasons we’re able to provide optimal results for our customers.
If you’re looking for powder coating in Indianapolis, look no further than Rush Powder Coatings. We’ve been the premiere powder coating company in the area due to our ability to handle any size project (including large or oddly-shaped equipment and tools) for manufacturers and industrial companies.
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