OLD IRON MEDIA BLASTING

 Our new business is underway. 

 Another joint venture of the FAMLEE BUSINESS.

This is a slide show of our new building. We tore it down bolt by bolt.  Moved it from Sparks to Fallon..please be patient and wait for it to load.  We have lots of pictures.

Glenn@broncohunting.com

775-427-7744

Sandblasting or bead blasting is a generic term for the process of smoothing, shaping and cleaning a hard surface by forcing solid particles across that surface at high speeds; the effect is similar to that of using sandpaper, but provides a more even finish with no problems at corners or crannies. Sandblasting can occur naturally, usually as a result of the particle blown by the wind causing eolian erosion, or artificially, using compressed air. An artificial sandblasting process was patented by Benjamin Chew Tilghman on October 18,1870.

Historically, the material used for artificial sandblasting was sand that had been sieved to a uniform size. The silica dust produced in the sandblasting process causedsilicosis after sustained inhalation of dust. Sandblasting may now only be performed in a controlled environment using ventilation, protective clothing and breathing air supply (as it is shown in the top image).

Other materials for sandblasting have been developed to be used instead of sand; for example, steel grit, steel shots, copper slag, glass beads (bead blasting), metal pellets, dry ice, garnet, powdered abrasives of various grades, powdered slag, and even ground coconut shells or corncobs, walnut shells, baking soda have been used for specific applications and can produce distinct surface finishes. Some commercial grade blasters are specially designed to handle multiple blast abrasives. These blasters are commonly referred as multi-media blasters.

Sandblasting can also be used to produce three dimensional signage. This type of signage is considered to be a higher end product as compared to the flat signs. These signs often incorporate gold leaf overlay and sometimes crushed glass backgrounds which is called smalts.

Sandblasting can be used to refurbish buildings or create beautiful works of art (carved or frosted glass). Modern masks and resists facilitate this process, producing accurate results.

Sandblasting technique is used for cleaning of boat hulls, bricks and concrete work. Sandblasting which is also known as blast cleaning is used for cleaning industrial as well as commercial structures.

Today, the average vehicle is made up of more types of substrates than ever seen before; including: steel, aluminum, plastics, composites and fiberglass. This makes the removal of coatings from any type of vehicle very difficult. In addition, paint systems are more complex than ever before. EPA regulations have stimulated a new breed of coatings for painters to learn to use. All of these new coatings, as well as the ones currently being used, behave questionably when applied over existing paint.  Paint manufacturers offer performance statements that read, “when applied over a properly prepared surface…”. The method of choice for creating this surface is plastic media blasting. It is the recommended method for stripping all Ford and General Motors vehicles. So, what is plastic media blasting? Plastic Media Blasting is a process for the rapid, economic and safe removal of coatings from almost any surface without the use of toxic chemical strippers, sandblasting, or hand or mechanical abrasion methods. The process is similar in principle to sandblasting. However, instead of using hard silica sand, much softer reusable plastic particles are used at low blasting pressures of 14-40 psi. At these pressures, the plastic media is able to remove coatings without causing damage to the underlying substrates including aluminum, fiberglass, and even plastics.

The plastic media is available in 5 different types and many sizes to meet the requirements of specific automobile finishes and substrates. The individual plastic particles are irregular in configuration with granular surfaces that incorporate sharp, angular edges. During use, an effective cutting, shearing and lifting action results.  Due to the media’s unique physical characteristics, it removes build-up without etching, marring, warping, or otherwise damaging delicate substrates, thus preserving vital surface integrity.  The media tends to fracture and break as it impacts on the work surface in such a way that the particles retain their sharp cutting edges. Thus, as the media breaks down, it retains its paint removing ability until the particles are practically dust, which is collected by the PMB reclaiming and cleaning system. Since the media is made from inert, nontoxic materials, the collected residue and paint fines can usually be safely disposed of in any landfill. The waste of up to 100 complete cars usually fits in a 55 gallon drum. The plastic leaves no residue or film on the work surface. This eliminates the need to use cleaning agents after paint removal, as is required with some other stripping methods.