Abrasive Blasting Media - Marine Paint and Painting Equipment
Abrasive blasting media is used for surface preparation of ship hulls, decks, tanks, structural steel, and marine equipment before coating. Media are selected according to the substrate, coating system, required surface profile, dust control, and environmental restrictions.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Abrasive Blasting Media |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Marine Paint and Painting Equipment |
| Product Reference | 946 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | GMA Garnet, U.S. Minerals Black Beauty, Harsco Environmental |
| Unit of Measure | Kilogram or 25 kg bag |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Removes rust, mill scale, old coatings, and marine fouling |
| 2. Available in mineral, slag, steel, garnet, and sponge-based grades |
| 3. Produces controlled surface profiles for coating adhesion |
| 4. Supplied in different particle sizes and hardness levels |
| 5. May be recyclable, low-dust, or suitable for wet and dry blasting |
Applications of Abrasive Blasting Media
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Ship hull and superstructure surface preparation |
| 2. Ballast tanks, cargo tanks, decks, and marine structures |
| 3. Maintenance blasting before marine anticorrosive coating application |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| GMA Garnet 20/40 | GMA Garnet |
| GMA Garnet 30/60 | GMA Garnet |
| Black Beauty Fine | U.S. Minerals |
| Black Beauty Medium | U.S. Minerals |
| Black Beauty Coarse | U.S. Minerals |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMA Garnet 20/40 | Typical application | Heavy-duty steel and coating removal | — |
| GMA Garnet 30/60 | Typical application | General marine steel surface preparation | — |
| Black Beauty Fine | Media type | Coal slag abrasive | — |
| Black Beauty Medium | Media type | Coal slag abrasive | — |
| Black Beauty Coarse | Media type | Coal slag abrasive | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Non-metallic abrasives may be specified to ISO 11126; metallic abrasives may be specified to ISO 11124. Surface preparation and cleanliness are commonly assessed using ISO 8501-1, ISO 8503, and ISO 8502. Product-specific certificates and safety data sheets should be verified. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Classification societies generally do not type-approve loose blasting media. DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV, and ClassNK may accept the resulting surface preparation and coating system when documented under the vessel coating specification and applicable class requirements. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Use dry, clean, uncontaminated media in equipment rated for the selected abrasive. Set nozzle pressure, abrasive flow, nozzle size, and stand-off distance according to the media and coating specification. Confirm the required surface cleanliness and profile before painting. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Keep media sealed and protected from moisture, oil, salt, and other contamination. Inspect blast pots, hoses, nozzles, separators, and recovery systems regularly. Recycle abrasive only when its condition and cleanliness remain suitable. |
| Safety Notes | Use an approved abrasive-blasting helmet with supplied-air respirator, protective clothing, gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection. Provide ventilation, exclusion zones, and dust control. Test existing coatings for hazardous substances such as lead or asbestos before blasting. |
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