by Mike Folta | Jun 12, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Media blasting propels abrasive particles at high velocity to clean, texture, or prepare surfaces for coatings, ensuring durability and adhesion. Different media types and process parameters are critical to achieving the desired surface profile and cleanliness...
by Mike Folta | Jun 11, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
Choosing an industrial sandblasting and coatings provider with clear scope, proven expertise, and upfront pricing is harder than expected. Most vendors hide pricing and technical details, pushing clients to request quotes and check credentials before any real...
by Mike Folta | Jun 10, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Airless spray painting uses high-pressure pumps to atomize paint without compressed air, providing fast, uniform coverage on large surfaces. Proper pressure control, thorough masking, and surface prep are essential for efficient and high-quality results, while...
by Mike Folta | Jun 9, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Lead paint removal involves permanently eliminating lead hazards in properties, especially those built before 1978, through specialized, regulated methods. Proper certification, containment, and clearance procedures are essential to prevent hazardous dust...
by Mike Folta | Jun 8, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Surface coatings for infrastructure protect substrates from corrosion, weather, and chemical attack, influencing asset longevity. Proven systems include zinc-rich primers, epoxy-polyurethane pairs, polysiloxane topcoats, duplex coatings, and cold-applied PMMA,...
by Mike Folta | Jun 7, 2026 | Sandblasting & Painting
TL;DR: Proper surface preparation to SSPC-SP10 standards is essential for water tank coating success and longevity. Selecting appropriate coating systems for internal and external zones, following recoat windows, and regular inspections ensure durability and...