MHI Vestas wind turbine blade surface treatment facilities (spray room and blast room), designed and installed by Airblast

Blasting Solutions for Energy Infrastructure

Corrosion is one of the biggest long-term threats facing energy infrastructure. From offshore platforms and pipelines to wind turbines and storage tanks, protective coatings are relied upon [...] Read more

spray booths in an industrial warehouse setting

August 26, 2026 Spraying

Improving Airflow and Overspray Control in Spray Booths

Airflow and extraction performance play a major role in coating quality, overspray control and spray booth efficiency. When airflow becomes unbalanced, overspray can build up inside the [...] Read more

August 19, 2026 Spraying

Why Filtration Matters in Industrial Spray Systems

Industrial spray systems need clean air and clean coating materials to work properly. If dust, moisture, oil or debris enters the system, it can affect coating quality, [...] Read more

Blast room at bombardier transport (acquired by Alstom, 2021), with a central trench, rails, and moveable access scaffold to process rolling stock.

August 12, 2026 Blasting

Surface Preparation for Heavy Equipment Production

Heavy equipment used across construction, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors operates in highly abrasive and corrosive environments. Protective coatings and surface preparation therefore play a critical role in [...] Read more

The rear of the blast Facility, with composite panels, ventilation ducting, and a control box in view.

August 5, 2026 Blasting

How Ventilation Impacts Blast Room Performance

Blast room performance is heavily influenced by ventilation. While blasting equipment, abrasive selection and operator technique all play important roles, airflow design and dust extraction are what [...] Read more

July 29, 2026 Industry, Spraying

Reducing Rework in Industrial Coating Projects

Industrial coating projects are built around precision and consistency. When everything is controlled correctly, coatings perform as expected, protecting assets and supporting long-term durability. However, when issues [...] Read more

July 22, 2026 Spraying

Managing Overspray in Hot and Dry Conditions

Hot and dry environments can create challenging conditions for industrial spraying. While they may seem ideal for faster drying times, they often lead to increased overspray, reduced [...] Read more

Underside of a freight ship in a dry dock.

July 15, 2026 Blasting, Industry

Marine-Grade Blasting for Ships and Offshore Assets

Ships and offshore structures operate in some of the most aggressive environments found in industry. Constant exposure to saltwater, humidity, UV radiation and mechanical wear places continuous [...] Read more

July 8, 2026 Blasting

Understanding Abrasive Consumption and Cost Control

Abrasive blasting is often viewed in terms of productivity and surface quality – but behind every successful process is a careful balance of material use, equipment efficiency [...] Read more

Paint sprayer in a spray room spray coating a steel structure.

July 1, 2026 Industry, Spraying

Protective Spray Coatings for Steel and Concrete Structures

Steel and concrete structures are built for long-term performance – but their lifespan is shaped by the environments they operate in. From bridges and transport networks to [...] Read more

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