Aquabrade

Low pressure grit blasting stone cleaning
Low pressure grit blasting stone cleaning
Propellor polishing & hull cleaning
Propellor polishing & hull cleaning
Control panel for low pressure grit blasting
Control panel for low pressure grit blasting

This portable unit provides a precisely controlled blend of liquids, abrasives and compressed air which is discharged in the form of wet slurry. It rapidly scours away encrustation such as paint and corrosion products at up to 5 times the speed of conventional grit blasting.

By varying the nozzle pressure and type of abrasive, different surface finishes can be obtained. The low pressure operation is safer for the operators and reduces the 'splash back' Aquabrade can rapidly clear both hard and soft deposits. The technique is in use throughout the world, cleaning steel structures, stone surfaces and brickwork. Sub-Aquabrade is available for underwater use, operating at up to 200metres depth

Specifications

Grit usage
  • 1-3kg per minute, commonly uses olivine or garnet 0.5 mm.
  • 200 kg grit pot.
Water
  • 1-2 litres per minute(approximately).
  • 100 litre water tank.
  • Filled with mains connector (or manually).
Air
  • 250 cu ft per minute.
  • Runs off standard diesel compressor.
  • Nozzle end pressure 20-80 psi.
Surface finish
  • Matt finish upto SA 2.5.
Environmental impact
  • Minimal 'splash back' due to low pressure.
  • Contaminated material binds to grit and remains in situ.
  • Commonly uses olivine or garnet which are enviromentally inert.
Major One
  • Major One is a single channel machine for a single operator.
  • Dimensions: 1.8m L x 1.5m W x 1.5m H
  • Weight: 350 kg unladen
Major Two
  • Major Two is a 2 channel machine, with two independent grit pots and two independently controlled hoses.
  • Dimensions: 2.3m L x 1.5m W x 1.5m H
  • Weight : 600kg unladen
Options
  • Skid mounted with lifting arm or trailer mounted.
  • Chemical injection facilities for accurately dosed rust inhibitors/fungicide.
  • Communication sets.

Please note that as Aquabrade is built to meet the client's requirements, the above details are meant as a guide only.

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