Case Study
How Blast Media Impacts Blast Machine Component Life
CASE STUDY www.transmet.com (614) 276-5522 engineering@transmet.com Transmet attempts to match the hardness of the blast media to the part being blasted. This eliminates a lot of the problems associated with over-blasting. In many cases, a harder substrate may require coatings to be removed without damage to the part. Paint rejected parts can be processed efficiently with Cast Zinc Shot or Cast Aluminum Shot without profiling the surface. Paint fixtures (or jigs) are cleaned continuously and are subject to long-term damage by blasting with overly-aggressive media. This long-term damage can also be prevented if a softer blast media can be used in the process. TRANSMET APPROACH When choosing the appropriate blast media for finishing, consider how it will impact machine wear and m