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Pressure Blaster for Mining Equipment
In the demanding world of mining and earthmoving, maintaining optimal performance of digging tools and equipment parts is paramount. Abrasive blasting is used on mining digging tools and earthmoving equipment parts before coating and painting primarily to ensure optimal adhesion of the protective layers. This process removes contaminants like rust, scale, and old paint, and creates a roughened surface profile that allows coatings to grip effectively. This leads to longer-lasting and more durable finishes, preventing premature failure due to corrosion or wear. Inside, the chamber runs on rail-guided rollers so long cylindrical sections can be rotated during blasting for full 360-degree coverage, rather than repositioned by hand between passes. Abrasive is reclaimed at the base and recirculated, while airborne dust is pulled through the cyclone and filtered before it leaves the shed.
Overview
MEC SHOT designed, manufactured, and supplied this Special Purpose Pressure Blaster Machine, Model PB-303030 SPL, as the ultimate solution — combining powerful blasting capabilities with specialized features to deliver unparalleled cleaning and maintenance for the toughest challenges in mining and earthmoving.
The machine handles mining digging tool bits — drill bits, cutter heads, and other digging tools — as well as earthmoving equipment parts such as tracks, gears, hydraulic cylinders, and other vital components of excavators, loaders, and other heavy machinery, effectively cleaning and preparing them for optimal performance.
Key features
- High efficiency — Motorized work car, turntable, and gun reciprocation systems enable efficient, automated blasting of complex parts
- Abrasive savings — Media recovery and reclaimer unit significantly reduce abrasive consumption and operating costs
- Superior surface finish — Air wash system and efficient blasting ensure optimal surface preparation for painting or coating
- Environmental compliance — Dust collection and exhaust fan minimize emissions, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
- Enhanced safety — Sensors for moving parts enable specified automated controls, protecting operators from exposure to abrasive media and dust
- Robotic arm — Automated positioning and blasting for complex or repeat geometries
- Magna valve — Precision abrasive metering for consistent blast output
- Dual media capability — Machine supports two abrasive media types for different part requirements
- Shot classifier — Offline and online shot classification keeps abrasive media on spec
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