There are several factors to consider – economic, structural, resources, manpower – in making this decision. PCI interviewed Brandon Acker, President of Titan Abrasive Systems, to discuss the considerations and give readers and overview of what needs to be examined before making the decision between bringing a blasting operation in house or continuing to use outside sources. 

Graco Inc., a manufacturer of fluid handling equipment headquartered in Minneapolis, has acquired abrasive-blasting equipment manufacturer EcoQuip Inc., of Chesapeake, VA.