Randy Fox is inside sales/marketing manager for Blast/Coat Systems, Inc. (BCS), Rancho Cucamonga, CA, a supplier of abrasive blasting media for contractor, industrial, manufacturing and government applications. BCS is the exclusive distributor in California for Eagle Industries containment products, Enviro-Prep® lead abatement products and Sharpshot® copper slag. Fox can be reached by e-mail at randy@blastcoat.com.
When it comes to abrasives used for general purpose repair and maintenance, paint and rust removal, maintenance applications requiring reduced profiles, new construction, or cleaning surfaces to create a smooth finish, the choices are many. Should you use slag, garnet, steel grit or some other type of abrasive? The choice depends on the application and your objectives.