Grit Blasting Services by Global Coatings
Grit blasting, also known as abrasive blasting or sandblasting, is a surface preparation technique that involves propelling abrasive particles, commonly referred to as grit, at high velocities against a surface. This process removes contaminants, such as rust, paint, and scale, while creating a uniform profile for improved adhesion of coatings and treatments.
Primary Industries and Applications of Grit Blasting
Nuclear
Blast cleaning for projects within the nuclear sector is a critical process for longevity and safety.
Aluminium Oxide:
This is the most common grit blasting media with the broadest application. An aggressive and durable abrasive suitable for hard surfaces, such as steel, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Steel Grit:
A hard and angular abrasive that provides an etched surface on steel, and other hard materials, ideal for aggressive cleaning and removal of heavy coatings.
Glass Bead:
A gentle abrasive that can strip coatings without damaging the underlying surface, perfect for delicate applications like aerospace components and automotive parts. Glass bead is especially good for providing a silky uniform finish on stainless steel and aluminimum items. The food industry and aerospace sector have a common requirment for such aethetical finishes.
Marine
Blast cleaning for sub assembly items prior to paint is critical in a marine harsh enviroment.
Global coatings specialises in coating items for sub-sea application for assests such as sub marines, surface vessels and for oil and gas exploration. Tidal power generation is the newest and upcoming sector that we are proud to support.
Aluminium Oxide:
This is the most common grit blasting media with the broadest application. An aggressive and durable abrasive suitable for hard surfaces, such as steel, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Steel Grit:
A hard and angular abrasive that provides an etched surface on steel, and other hard materials, ideal for aggressive cleaning and removal of heavy coatings.
Glass Bead:
A gentle abrasive that can strip coatings without damaging the underlying surface, perfect for delicate applications like aerospace components and automotive parts. Glass bead is especially good for providing a silky uniform finish on stainless steel and aluminimum items. The food industry and aerospace sector have a common requirment for such aethetical finishes.
Construction
Structural surface preparation for steel and concrete, ensuring proper bonding of paints, sealants, and other protective coatings.
Aluminium Oxide:
This is the most common grit blasting media with the broadest application. An aggressive and durable abrasive suitable for hard surfaces, such as steel, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Steel Grit:
A hard and angular abrasive that provides an etched surface on steel, and other hard materials, ideal for aggressive cleaning and removal of heavy coatings.
Glass Bead:
A gentle abrasive that can strip coatings without damaging the underlying surface, perfect for delicate applications like aerospace components and automotive parts. Glass bead is especially good for providing a silky uniform finish on stainless steel and aluminimum items. The food industry and aerospace sector have a common requirment for such aethetical finishes.
Aerospace
Preparation of aircraft ground support equipment for painting, corrosion control and non-destructive testing.
Aluminium Oxide:
This is the most common grit blasting media with the broadest application. An aggressive and durable abrasive suitable for hard surfaces, such as steel, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Steel Grit:
A hard and angular abrasive that provides an etched surface on steel, and other hard materials, ideal for aggressive cleaning and removal of heavy coatings.
Glass Bead:
A gentle abrasive that can strip coatings without damaging the underlying surface, perfect for delicate applications like aerospace components and automotive parts. Glass bead is especially good for providing a silky uniform finish on stainless steel and aluminimum items. The food industry and aerospace sector have a common requirment for such aethetical finishes.
Petrochemical
The choice of grit blasting media is crucial for achieving the desired surface finish and profile. Grit is set apart in its angular profile, which is preferred during the removal of milscale on new steel, and old paint-work for restoration and stripping back metal to its original base layer. At Global Coatings, we offer a range of grit blasting media, including but not limited to:
Aluminium Oxide:
This is the most common grit blasting media with the broadest application. An aggressive and durable abrasive suitable for hard surfaces, such as steel, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous metals.
Steel Grit:
A hard and angular abrasive that provides an etched surface on steel, and other hard materials, ideal for aggressive cleaning and removal of heavy coatings.
Glass Bead:
A gentle abrasive that can strip coatings without damaging the underlying surface, perfect for delicate applications like aerospace components and automotive parts. Glass bead is especially good for providing a silky uniform finish on stainless steel and aluminimum items. The food industry and aerospace sector have a common requirment for such aethetical finishes.
