Eco-Friendly Sandblasting | Blast It Clean

Soda Blasting for Indoor Work During Colder Months

Winter changes the way industrial maintenance gets done in Chicago. Once temperatures drop, outdoor surface prep becomes harder to schedule, certain coatings become more temperature-dependent, and opening a building up for ventilation isn’t exactly appealing when it’s freezing outside. The maintenance list doesn’t disappear, though. Equipment still needs cleaning. Interior steel still needs attention. Old…

Why Should You Prep Marine Equipment Before Winter Storage?

The perspective of a remote offshore oil and gas platform from a boat of offshore marine equipment service

When the marine season starts winding down around Chicago and the Great Lakes, attention shifts toward getting vessels, equipment, and components out of service and into storage. Winterization often focuses on engines, fluids, batteries, plumbing, and other mechanical systems. The condition of the equipment’s surfaces deserves a spot on the winter checklist, too. Marine equipment…

Beyond Sand: The Eco-Savvy Benefits of Glass Bead in Sustainable Sandblasting

crew member sandblasting with glass bead graffiti off side of building

Considering the environment when utilizing media blasting techniques is paramount for several reasons. The process can generate dust and airborne particles containing hazardous substances, posing risks to both worker health and nearby residents if not effectively controlled. Prioritizing environmentally friendly blasting media and implementing containment measures is vital to mitigate air pollution and safeguard air…