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Dustless blasting

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Dustless blasting equipment

Dustless blasting is regular blasting without the hazards of dust. We offer two variants of this technique, each with its own advantages and specific applications.

How does dustless blasting work?

This blasting technique ensures thorough surface cleaning without harmful substances being released into the air.

The biggest advantage of dust-free blasting is that little to no post-treatment is required to remove dust, unlike conventional sandblasting. This not only saves time but also prevents employees from inhaling small, harmful particles. We have two separate techniques, one of which uses vacuum suction to remove the dust as soon as it appears and another which mixes the dust with water.

Vacuum blasting

Vacuum blasting machines are popular dust-free blasting machines. These units feature a closed system that vacuums up the blasting media during the process. This combination of blasting and suction in a single system directly reduces cleaning work.

Vacuum blasting is an excellent choice for work in sensitive environments. Think of cleanrooms or indoor spaces where dust-sensitive equipment is present. Another added benefit is that this system reuses the chosen blasting media, making it a sustainable investment.

Wet Blasting

Another method is mixing blasting media with water. The water suppresses dust formation without compromising the quality of the blasting job. The water binds the dust particles together, causing them to fall to the ground and making them easier to clean up.

Wet blasting machines are suitable for outdoor use, such as cleaning facades, concrete, steel structures, or removing graffiti. Additionally, this method protects materials from heat-related damage.

Besides slurry blasting machines, where the water is mixed in the blast pot, we also have handy and favorably priced nozzles that contain and reduce dust during blasting.