Sandblasting and Painting


From hydroelectric turbines to heavy structures through pressure vessels, no challenge is too great.
Fabspec is a leader in durable industrial coating application.
A combination of talent, experience, and state-of-the-art equipment means that the Fabspec team provides you with unprecedented longevity.




Characteristics
Lead Contaminants: Sandblasting of parts painted with an additive containing lead. Refurbishing of parts painted prior to the 1970s containing lead. Fabspec is qualified to sandblast and dispose of contaminants in accordance with environmental regulations.
Degreasing parts in our high pressure, 32’ x 20’ washing tank
Surface profiles and dust level assessments prior to the coating application are carefully planned in accordance with ISO, ASTM or SSPC standards.
Specified thicknesses are applied with precision in order to provide quality, durability and competitiveness. Inspected in accordance with ISO, ASTM, SSPC standards.
Precise equipment calibrations and inspection reports that adhere to NACE standards.
Types of coatings applied
- Epoxy
- Urethane
- Enamel
- High Temperature Paints
- Zinc-based Paints
- Glyptal Coatings
Abrasive Media
- Steel Grits (Iron Silicate)
- Glass beads
- Aluminum Oxide
Surface preparation plays a crucial role to ensure good and enduring adherence of all types of coatings. We select the appropriate blast media to reach the required profile, given the alloy substrate.
Inspection procedure (ISO, ASTM, SSPC, NACE standards)
- High Voltage Holiday Test
- Low Voltage Holiday Test
- Dielectric Conductivity Test (Sel)
- Scratch test
- Pull-off Adhesion Test