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Power tooling is a method of surface preparation commonly used in tight spaces where access is limited. Pneumatic, electric, and hand tools such as angle grinders, needle guns, wire wheels, wire brushes, scrapers, and sanding pads can be used to remove rust, paint, and other contaminants from a surface.

Both Freshwater and Saltwater vessels see all sorts of contaminants and corrosion throughout their service life. Corrosion can threaten everything on ships, from power gen and water storage tanks, to their general structural integrity. In order to overcome these threats, proper surface preparation is key.

Pipelines are crucial for transporting clean water from treatment plants to cities, businesses, and homes. By maintaining a closed piping system from the source to the faucet, water utilities reduce the risk of water contamination. During the manufacturing of these pipes, proper surface prep must be completed to ensure that they maintain their integrity after coating and installation.

In the United States, Mill buildings have been community cornerstones since the 1800s. During the North American Industrial Revolution, thousands of mill buildings were constructed to allow for faster production of textiles and other goods. These high-producing areas, known informally as Mill Towns, suffered greatly in the late 20th century, leaving many of these former factories abandoned.

Jobs that are characterized as "abatement projects" typically involve the removal of hazardous materials from the surface. These types of projects are often found in places like industrial shipyards, factories, tanks, water treatment plants, mill buildings, and generally any building or structure built before 1980.

Sponge-Jet boasts a wide range of composite abrasives used in a variety of industries and applications. Sponge Blasting is a dry process that typically falls under the abrasive blasting category. While many are familiar with our standard types of Sponge Media™, Sponge-Jet also offers some Sponge Media types with a designation of "DG" - within this article, we'll discuss what this means.

Check out Sponge-Jet’s television debut on “Who’s Afraid of a Cheap Old House?” live on HGTV at 10pm EST, May 14th, 2024 and set your DVR's to record it! The show will also be available live for international audiences on YouTube TV.

Located along the main road of Steeleville, Illinois (USA), sits a charming Lutheran Church called St. Mark’s. Surrounded by both homes and businesses in the center of the small town, the Church is a well-known landmark in the community. Prior to a recent renovation, the staff at St Mark's noticed that much of the white paint was peeling off of this decorative ceiling, leaving areas of exposed tin.

Painting a surface might seem like a straightforward task, but the key to a long-lasting and visually appealing finish lies in surface preparation. Whether you're dealing with metal or concrete, investing time and effort in preparing the surface before applying paint is essential.