Blasting Suits - Marine Paint and Painting Equipment

Marine abrasive blasting suits are heavy-duty protective garments worn during hull, tank, deck, and machinery surface preparation. They protect personnel from rebounding abrasive, dust, paint debris, and contamination, and are normally used with a supplied-air blasting helmet.

ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Blasting Suits for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.

Last updated:

Product Information

Product Name Blasting Suits
Product Category Marine Paint and Painting Equipment
Product Reference 956
Brands / Manufacturers Clemco, RPB Safety, Bullard
Unit of Measure Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1.   Abrasion-resistant outer fabric
2.   Integrated hood, cuffs, and leg protection
3.   Supplied-air blasting helmet compatibility
4.   Heavy-duty closures and reinforced seams
5.   Protection against abrasive rebound and paint debris

Applications of Blasting Suits

Application
1.  Ship hull and superstructure abrasive blasting
2.  Cargo tank, ballast tank, and deck coating preparation
3.  Shipyard maintenance and marine equipment refurbishment

Models & Manufacturers

Model Manufacturer
Apollo 20 Blast Helmet System Clemco
Nova 3 Blast RPB Safety
GenVX Abrasive Blasting Respirator Bullard

Technical Specifications

Model Specification Value Unit
Apollo 20 Blast Helmet System Equipment type Supplied-air abrasive blasting helmet used with protective blasting clothing —
Nova 3 Blast Equipment type Supplied-air abrasive blasting helmet system for use with blast suit and breathing-air supply —
GenVX Abrasive Blasting Respirator Equipment type Supplied-air abrasive blasting respirator for abrasive blasting operations —
Marine blasting suit Garment construction Abrasion-resistant fabric with reinforced seams, closures, cuffs, and leg openings —
Marine blasting suit Respiratory protection Must be used with a compatible supplied-air blasting helmet and approved breathing-air system —

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 Applicable requirements commonly include EN ISO 14877 for protective clothing used during abrasive blasting with granular abrasives and EN 14594 for continuous-flow compressed-air respiratory protective devices. Exact certification depends on the complete helmet, air system, and garment configuration.
Class Approval Blasting suits are generally personal protective equipment and are not individually type-approved by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV, or ClassNK. Vessel operators may require PPE conformity, shipyard safety approval, and compliance with flag-state or occupational-safety regulations.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes Select the suit size and helmet system according to the manufacturer's instructions. Inspect seams, closures, cuffs, visor, air hose, and breathing-air connections before use. Connect only to clean, regulated breathing air and ensure adequate ventilation and dust extraction.
Maintenance Tips Clean and dry the suit after use. Remove abrasive residue from closures and seams. Inspect regularly for cuts, worn fabric, damaged stitching, contaminated liners, and defective helmet components. Replace damaged parts using manufacturer-approved spares.
Safety Notes Use the complete approved blasting ensemble, including supplied-air helmet, breathing-air filter, hearing protection, gloves, and safety footwear. Never use compressed workshop air for breathing. Control silica and coating dust, isolate the blasting area, and follow the abrasive, coating, and shipyard safety procedures.

Request a Quote for Blasting Suits

Contact ProShipWorks for marine or industrial product sourcing, quotations and delivery.

  • Vessel name and IMO number
  • ETA / vessel schedule
  • Berth or vessel location
  • Required quantity
  • Preferred delivery window
  • Shipping agent contact details

Other Marine Paint and Painting Equipment Products

Explore our range of marine and industrial Marine Paint and Painting Equipment products available for sourcing and supply through ProShipWorks.

Why ProShipWorks?

Trusted & Professional Service

Experienced maritime professionals focused on quality, safety and dependable service execution.

24/7 Rapid Response

Fast response for planned and urgent vessel requirements, whenever support is needed.

Unbeatable Prices

Cost-effective marine services with competitive and transparent pricing for vessel requirements.

Port & Anchorage Coverage

Reliable marine service support across ports, anchorages and offshore locations.