Epoxy Flooring, Shot Blasting & Refinishing

Shot blasting is a method used on concrete and steel surfaces which prepares the surface for the application of a coating, paint or sealer. In order for a new coating or overlay to bond correctly to a surface, it must be clean, dry and profiled. A surface profile is needed to provide a grip or “teeth” for the coating to adhere to.

The shot blast machine works by propelling steel shot at a high velocity onto a surface. This shot removes the surface layer of the concrete or steel, taking dirt, coatings, paint or other contaminants with it. A vacuum system in the machine pulls the debris into a chamber where an air wash system separates the debris from the shot. The debris is sent to the dust collector and the reusable shot is recycled.

This dust free operation allows you to shot blast in almost any area including sensitive environments such as food processing, pharmaceutical plants, and existing retail operations.

Why Shot Blast?

Shot blasting is a highly effective method of surface preparation used prior to the application of coatings, sealers or overlays to a substrate.

• Shot blasting not only cleans a surface by removing surface contaminants, it provides a surface profile which will allow for the best application of the coating or overlay.

• Shot blasting is the preferred method of surface preparation for several reasons:

• Shot blasting is a one-step method that will strip, clean and profile a surface while leaving it dry and immediately ready for the application of coatings or overlays.

• Shot blast machines from U.S. Filter/Blastrac have self-contained dust collectors which ensure dust free operation, allowing you to blast in sensitive environments.

• There is no need for chemicals, which may be potentially hazardous, and no cleanup required after blasting has been completed.

• Shot blasting does not impregnate particulate into the surface being blasted.

With nationwide clients and over 500,000 square feet of epoxy finishing we can deliver for any of your needs.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or to get a quote.