Vapour Abrasive Blast
Vapour Abrasive Blast
Graco abrasive blasters are ideal for blasting in areas where dust and containment are concerns. Wet and vapour abrasive blast systems employ a mixture of water, air, and abrasive to clean and remove surface contaminants and coatings. This method is ideal for surface preparation and provides a cleaner surface with little to no embedded particles or clinging dust.
LiquiMix offers a variety of vapour blaster machines for sale from Graco’s EcoQuip® vapour abrasive blasting equipment range. EcoQuip® has redefined how vapour blasting is delivered with their state-of-the-art equipment and hydraulically-pressurised blast pots. Because of their unique and patented features, the delivery of abrasive medium and vapour through the blast nozzle is smooth and even with no surging or gulping. Using less than 1 litre of water per minute and just half the abrasive of a standard vapour blasting machine, EcoQuip® delivers greater energy on impact, resulting in the fast removal of heavy rust and old, thick coatings. Contact LiquiMix to learn more.
VAPOUR ABRASIVE BLASTING VS WATER INJECTION VS DRY BLASTING
The advantages of using an abrasive blaster over dry sandblasting are numerous, but the top benefit is you’ll eliminate up to 92% of airborne dust, while also saving on cleanup and disposal costs. And compared to slurry blasting (aka wet blasting), you’ll use far less media and water. More importantly, you won’t damage substrates when blasting with Graco’s Vapour Abrasive blasters, which also makes them ideal for restoring historically significant structures and buildings.
LESS DUST, LESS CONTAINMENT, MORE PRODUCTIVITY
- Consumes far less media
- Eliminates up to 92% of airborne dust
- Saves on clean-up and disposal costs
- A quick and powerful alternative to dry blasting
- Adjustable to a wide range of blast pressures
- Works on virtually any surface
- Won’t damage substrates*
- Works with all job-appropriate media
- Effective in rain and high humidity
*When blasting with recommended media at appropriate pressure.
Better than Slurry & Traditional Water-based Blasting
- Uses far less media
- Uses far less water
- No toxic wastewater run-off**
- No large slurry mess to clean up
- Adjustable to a wide range of blast pressures
- Effective in virtually any application environment
**Assumes blasting without hazardous media or target surface. If hazardous materials are involved, more PPE may be needed and containment or clean-up may be required.
BROWSE ABRASIVE BLASTERS
EcoQuip 2 – Trailer
EcoQuip 2 EQp
Why EcoQuip® Vapour Blasting Equipment?
With its rugged design, simple controls and reliable operation, EcoQuip® is the preferred choice for vapour blasting contractors and equipment hire companies worldwide. Any abrasive heavier than water, such as garnet, crushed glass or walnut shell, can be used with these innovative, industry-leading vapour blaster machines.
Built by industry leaders Graco, EcoQuip® blast pots are uniquely coated inside and out, with the frames and fittings made of stainless steel and the controls and valves of the highest quality. These units are the most rugged and reliable vapour blaster machines for sale on the market, ensuring years of trouble-free service.
Not only is the system fast and reliable, but it also cleans the substrate and removes soluble salts from concrete and steel. Flash rust is easily prevented by adding LiquiMix's formulated StayBright directly to the water in the holding tank. StayBright is incredibly economical and is used at 0.5% with water (5ml per 1L of water). The EcoQuip® vapour blasting machine range includes the large EQ600S for fast industrial use through to the compact and fully portable EQ100M for graffiti removal and other smaller jobs. There's a unit to suit every application — why not contact LiquiMix today to discuss your requirements today?
StayBright
StayBright is a liquid rust inhibitor used primarily for preventing flash rusting of steel parts and surfaces between manufacturing or coating operations. It is a clear, pale yellow liquid used at low concentrations in water and suitable for use with EcoQuip vapour-abrasive blasting equipment as well as ultra-high-pressure water-blasting.
Used in the main supply or wash-down water it prevents flash rusting of iron and steel surfaces for up to 7-days prior to the application of protective coatings.
ADVANTAGES
Soluble in water
● Effective protection of parts and surfaces for up to 7-days of ordinary indoor storage
● Does not leave an oily film on metal surfaces
● Will not interfere with the adhesion of subsequent protective coatings
● Zero solvent - Zero VOC’s – Non-Flammable
● Low odour
● Economical – low concentration of 10 ml of StayBright per 1L of water will give maximum protection
● Tolerant of extreme temperature, humidity, dew point.
● Helps remove soluble salts from steel surfaces
● Will not stain parts
● Does not interfere with painting, phosphating or crack detection tests
