Vacuum shot blasting machines provide a dust-free environmentally friendly blasting solution that is easy to use, versatile in nature, and powerful. Vacuum blasting machine is suitable for different purposes, applications for surface preparation before coating, and painting needs only one man to operate thus it has easy operating principles. There are various blasters based on pressure vessels in combination with compressed air filters and pressure regulators that provide sufficient velocity for blasting operation in a dust-free environment.
Abrasive media is automatically and instantly recovered for reuse. No flying abrasive material is there in the air to contaminate the surroundings. The process is safe and dust-free thus other production processes can be carried out simultaneously close to the blasting operation.
How Vacuum Shot Blasting Machines Work
Principle of Operation
The operation of a vacuum shot blasting machine involves a few key components working together seamlessly. The primary components include:
- Blasting Wheel: This is the heart of the machine, propelling abrasive media at high velocities towards the surface that needs treatment.
- Abrasive Media: Commonly used abrasives include steel shots, glass beads, and aluminum oxide. The choice of media depends on the application and desired surface finish.
- Vacuum System: This component captures the spent abrasives and debris, ensuring a clean working environment.
- Separation System: It separates reusable abrasive media from the debris, allowing for recycling and reducing waste.
Step-by-Step Process
- Surface Preparation: The surface to be treated is cleaned and positioned in the blasting area.
- Abrasive Propulsion: The blasting wheel accelerates the abrasive media towards the surface.
- Impact and Cleaning: The high-velocity abrasives impact the surface, removing contaminants, rust, and old coatings.
- Vacuum Collection: The debris and spent abrasives are immediately collected by the vacuum system.
- Separation and Recycling: The separation system filters out the reusable abrasives, which are then recycled for continuous use.
Applications of Vacuum Shot Blasting Machines
Vacuum shot blasting machines are utilized across various industries due to their efficiency and effectiveness. Some notable applications include:
- Shipbuilding and Marine Industry: Removal of rust, old paint, and marine growth from ship hulls and decks.
- Automotive Industry: Surface preparation of vehicle parts for painting and coating.
- Construction and Infrastructure: Cleaning and preparing concrete surfaces, bridges, and steel structures.
- Aerospace Industry: Precision cleaning and preparation of aircraft components.
- Pipeline Maintenance: Cleaning and preparing pipelines for inspection and coating.
- Wind Turbine Maintenance: Ensuring the integrity and longevity of turbine components.
- Railway Maintenance: Cleaning and maintaining railway tracks and components.
Vacuum Shot Blasting Machine Manufacturer
As a leading manufacturer of vacuum shot blasting machines, Shot Blaster specialize in designing and producing advanced vacuum shot blasting machines. Our manufacturing process adheres to stringent quality standards to ensure durability, efficiency, and superior performance. Shot Blaster utilizes cutting-edge technology and high-grade materials to create machines such as; shot blasting machines, sand blasting machines, grit blasting machines that meet the diverse needs of our customers. Whether you need a compact unit for small-scale projects or a large, industrial-grade machine, our range of shot blasters is designed to deliver exceptional results.
Price of Vacuum Shot Blasting Machine
On average, the price of vacuum shot blasting machines ranges from INR 100,000 to INR 10,00,000. Entry-level machines suitable for small-scale operations may cost around INR 50,000 to INR 200,000, while high-capacity industrial machines with advanced features can exceed INR 500,000.
