The Future of Abrasive Blasting
Updated: December 22, 2023Applying abrasive blast media to an object can eliminate imperfections, provide pinpoint precision and ensure a sleek finishing touch. As a bonus, abrasive blasting is also known to be cost-effective and reliable, leading to consistent results time and again. First developed in the 1930s, the abrasive blasting process has continued to change and improve in the decades since.
What does the future of abrasive blasting hold? Only time will tell — but these current trends provide a roadmap for what may come next.
Future Safety and Technology Trends to Watch For
Today’s safety and technology trends shape the way for tomorrow’s advancements. These current trends indicate how the abrasive blasting process may adapt in the future.
1. Dustless Blasting
Dustless blasting is gaining attention as a new and improved approach to abrasive blasting. The dustless alternative removes old coats quickly, leaving a smooth, clean surface in its wake. Dustless blasting ramps up the speed of the process, allowing for improved efficiency while also enhancing the quality of the final result. This method leads to lower costs and production time — and as a bonus, workers can enjoy better air quality. Dustless blasting may just be the future of mainstream surface preparation.
2. Emphasis on Safety
It’s no surprise that safety has become an increasing concern across the nation, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The current trend of improved safety has led to increased precautions when using abrasive blasting machinery and blast cabinets. These steps emphasize cleaning and disinfecting every surface that’s been touched. This trend is expected to continue increasing in the near future following our current global health crisis.
3. Time and Cost Efficiency
Efficiency remains at the forefront of user priorities, shaping the way we design, buy, use and blasting machinery. Today’s technology is capable of using wet blast abrasives for virtually any surface preparation project. With an increasing number of alternative materials — like glass grit and sodium bicarbonate — industry experts are experimenting with ways to accomplish the same results at a quicker, more cost-effective pace.
Finishing Systems’ Forward-Thinking Approach
With more than 40 years of experience in the metal finishing business, we draw from our rich history while also focusing on the future. At Finishing Systems, we strive to implement new technology and stay on the pulse of the changing industry to continue offering the best service possible. We’re constantly updating and improving our methods, including creating custom solutions for our customers.
Over the last 15 years, this innovative mindset motivated us to expand our product line and service offerings. If you’re looking to keep your company at the forefront of metal finishing and quality equipment, simply join Finishing Systems — we’re already a step ahead.
Contact Us to Learn More About the Future of Abrasives
Ready to discover more about staying ahead of the abrasives curve? Feel free to reach out to our team with any questions. We can help you navigate our selection of air and wheel blast equipment and determine the best solution for your needs.