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Sandblasting (now known as abrasive blasting) requires several essentials you need to consider to ensure safety, efficiency, and optimal results. Below identifies what you need when operating a portab … Read Full Article

Sandblasting has long been a go-to method for cleaning, finishing, and preparing surfaces across various industries. However, the use of traditional beach sand in sandblasting has raised concerns r … Read Full Article

Choosing sandblasting equipment (sandblasting is outdated terminology; this process is now known as abrasive blasting, but for the sake of the article we will use the previous term) depends on sever … Read Full Article

With so many spray applicators in today's market, it may be hard to discern which Airless sprayer is "the best." While it would be convenient to say this brand makes the best product unequivocally, … Read Full Article

When identifying the positives and negatives of using a paint sprayer, we must consider what applications we use them for. For instance, a DIYer/contract painter and decorator's needs differ vastly fr … Read Full Article

Shotblasting is the process used to remove contaminants on metal surfaces. Normally, when we say contaminants, we mean rust, but it can also include paint and other coatings that need to come off. Sho … Read Full Article

With constant use, blast hoses get worn. A flimsy, cracked, and hole-filled hose can be potentially dangerous. So, before and after every job, remember to check your hose.How to perform a hose check.W … Read Full Article

IntroductionIn the manufacturing sector, personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial to ensure the safety and well-being of workers. From head to toe, this gear acts as a shield, defendin … Read Full Article

Ever wondered what a Moisture Trap does? Moisture traps are devices that prevent moisture from the compressor line, entering the blast pot. Blasts pots and moisture don't mix well. Once fluid is insid … Read Full Article

Breathing Air tests are an HSE requirement for manufacturers and contractors alike working in hazardous environments. Breathing in compromised air from an airline can be potentially life-threatening. … Read Full Article

Choosing a blast cabinet is determined by the objects you're blasting, corrosion, and access to compressed air. There are two types of blast cabinets, one for more demanding work, the other for interm … Read Full Article

Choosing the proper abrasive media for your job is a technical process and is essential for achieving the right finish. Adversely, selecting the wrong abrasive media can cause damage to the substrate … Read Full Article

Some surfaces, for instance aircraft wing components, require decimal accurate blast pressure to achieve a specific surface profile. To this end, Airblast Eurospray Direct stocks "Hypodermic Needle Pr … Read Full Article

Remote control valves are components used to control the flow, temperature, pressure of a system. Remote control valves are paired with a "controller" that dictates said system's "flow rate". There ar … Read Full Article

The main distinction between air-assisted airless and airless spray equipment is that the former utilises compressed air to give sprayers a greater degree of control. In terms of pricing, while airles … Read Full Article

Blast cleaning is the term used to describe the process of cleaning, or removing unwanted contaminants, dirt, paint or marks from a surface using water, air or media, propelled under pressure.Generall … Read Full Article

With sustained use, blast nozzles eventually get worn down, impacting performance and finish. Therefore, it is important to check daily the state of our blast nozzle to ensure you aren't inflating run … Read Full Article

AirblastEurosprayDirect.com was created to give Airblast Eurospray customers an easy way to purchase our most popular equipment, parts and spares online, whilst still providing the high levels … Read Full Article

Every year spraying operators waste thousands of pounds on expensive skips to dispose of paint tins and cans. Plus paint tins often involve additional costs if the contents are considered hazar … Read Full Article

Your blast helmet is one of the most important pieces of equipment you will use as a blaster, so it is very important to keep it in good condition. Not only will this help your helmet last longe … Read Full Article