04Major capability

Surface Preparation & Abrasive Blasting

United Painting self-performs abrasive blasting to remove existing coatings, rust and corrosion, and other surface contaminants before a new coating system is applied. Media blasting and other preparation methods are also available, matched to the substrate and the system being applied.

Structural steel column with a blast-cleaned section between areas of weathered original coating, inside a curtained blast area of an industrial building.

Method

Abrasive and media blasting

Blasting is used where existing coatings, corrosion or contaminants have to come off before a new coating system goes on. Abrasive blasting is performed by United Painting's own crews. Media blasting is available where the project calls for it.

  • Abrasive blasting (self-performed)
  • Media blasting

Scope

Washing, tool cleaning and coating removal

Not every surface needs blasting. The preparation methods United Painting uses include:

Preparation methods

  • Pressure / power washing
  • Hand-tool cleaning
  • Power-tool cleaning
  • Sanding
  • Existing coating removal
  • Rust / corrosion removal

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  • Grinding (substrate to be confirmed — not concrete)

Approach

Preparation matched to the coating system

Preparation is planned around the project requirements and the system being applied, helping create the conditions needed for adhesion, finish quality and coating performance.

Existing coatings

Existing lead-containing coatings

United Painting works on projects involving existing lead-containing coatings within required containment, in accordance with project requirements, and using applicable project safety and control procedures.

  • Work within containment systems when required

Qualification

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