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

April 8, 2026 Industry, Spraying

Spray Coatings for Long-Lasting Heavy Equipment

In heavy equipment manufacturing, durability is not optional. Machines are expected to perform in abrasive, corrosive and high-impact environments, often with minimal downtime. Protective spray coatings play [...] Read more

April 1, 2026 Blasting, Industry, Spraying

Common Health and Safety Risks in Industrial Environments

Industrial blasting and spraying operations expose operators to a range of hazards that can affect both immediate safety and long-term health if not properly controlled.Understanding the most [...] Read more

March 11, 2026 Blog, Industry, Spraying

Understanding the Different Types of Paint for Spray Applications

Spray application is the preferred method for applying industrial coatings where consistency, efficiency, and surface performance are critical. Across sectors such as automotive manufacturing, aerospace, renewables, structural [...] Read more

Paint sprayer inside a automotive spray booth in full PPE

March 4, 2026 Blog, Industry, Spraying

PPE Essentials for Spray Operators and Why They Matter

Industrial spray operations play a critical role across manufacturing sectors – from automotive and renewables to structural steel, infrastructure, and heavy engineering. Whether applying protective coatings, corrosion-control [...] Read more

stock image of a spray gun being operated on a piece of vehicle in a spray booth

February 11, 2026 Spraying

Essential Safety Checks Before You Start Spraying

Before any spraying task begins, a thorough safety check is essential.It protects operators, reduces the risk of equipment failure, and ensures the coating achieves the standard required. [...] Read more

Ship sailing in rough sea around offshore wind farm turbines.

February 4, 2026 Spraying

Protective Spraying for Oil, Gas, and Renewable Projects

Oil, gas, and renewable energy infrastructure face harsh operating conditions in industrial use.Saltwater, UV exposure, abrasion, and chemical and environmental stressors all threaten the integrity of metalwork [...] Read more

January 14, 2026 Spraying

Managing Ventilation and Air Quality on Indoor Spray Jobs

Spraying indoors offers excellent control over temperature, humidity, and dust – all essential for delivering consistent, high-quality finishes.But in an industrial spraying environment, ventilation isn’t a standalone [...] Read more

Blast operator in full GVS RPE blasting PPE holding a blast hose and nozzle processing rolling stock inside the blast room at Hitachi Rail.

December 17, 2025 Spraying

Spray Coatings for Durable Transport Infrastructure

Protecting the backbone of transportTransport infrastructure – from bridges and tunnels to rail networks and roadside steelwork – faces relentless exposure to moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, de-icing salts, [...] Read more

Close-up of a clogged spray gun dripping paint from the nozzle during use.

November 19, 2025 Spraying

How to Avoid Spray Gun Blockages

Few things are more frustrating for decorators and painters than a blocked paint sprayer. Spray gun blockages disrupt workflow, waste materials, and can leave you with uneven [...] Read more

A worker in protective gear spray painting the hull of a large ship inside an industrial shipyard.

November 12, 2025 Industry, Spraying

Hazards of Spray Painting in Shipyards

Spray painting is integral to the marine industry, offering efficient application of protective coatings, but it comes with several health and safety risks that require stringent controls. [...] Read more