Blastrac equipment is an ideal solution for those whose daily work requires surface preparation of concrete and steel. This month, Pro Tool is highlighting two pieces of construction equipment from Blastrac: the 1-8DM shot blaster and the BDC-22 dust collector.
Depending on your industry, these two pieces of jobsite equipment can assist you with:
- Bridges, highways, and airport runways
- Concrete repair and restoration
- Demolition and renovation
- Flooring
- General construction
- Marine/shipyard work
- Painting and coating
- Remediation
- Storage tank maintenance
Removing the top layer of hard surfaces like concrete and steel is tedious. It’s also potentially dangerous considering the amount of dust and other particles thrown into the air.
High-quality jobsite equipment gets the project done much more quickly and reliably. Compare this to what happens when you rely on cheap, poorly made products.
Blastrac Equipment Has a Long History
Blastrac began as the American Foundry Corporation in 1906. It now has branches and manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, and beyond.
Here at Pro Tool, we’re pleased to have the Blastrac equipment in our line-up because of the company’s reputation and stability. The company has the largest range of surface preparation machines available on the market.
Where to Use Shot Blasters
Shot blasting equipment like the 1-8DM propels abrasive material (like steel shot) at a surface (like concrete or steel) using mechanical or centrifugal force. This process removes the top layer from a hard surface without damaging it.
The process may seem just like sand blasting. However, shot blasting (also known as “grit blasting”) uses a completely different pressurizing system. Additionally, shot blasting works better when you need deep abrasive penetration on dense materials.
Here are just a few of the ways you can use a shot blaster:
- Clean and strip rust from metal
- Prep floors for additional treatment
- Remove greases and oil stains
- Strip paint layers
Blastrac Equipment: 1-8DM Description and Details
Now that you know what a shot blaster does, let’s look at the specifics of the Blastrac 1-8DM:
- Wheeled, manual push operation
- 50-foot power cord
- 2 horsepower (110V) or 3 horsepower (230V) motor
With the 110V motor, the 1-8DM can treat up to 350 square feet per hour. Using the 230V motor ups that capability to 450 square feet.
The 1-8DM blast width is 8.75”. By switching the wheel mounts and handles to the interior of the frame, you can marginally increase the blast width. This feature is especially helpful when working next to walls and edges.
Inhaling pollutants is always a concern in surface stripping. The 1-8DM can connect to a dust collector (like the BDC-22) with its own hose connection.
Dust Collectors on the Job Site
A portable dust collector (also known as a “dust extractor”), when hooked up to jobsite equipment like a shot blaster, keeps particulate and pollutants from being spewed into the air. This makes for a cleaner and safer worksite.
When compared to a vacuum, dust collectors have a higher horsepower and more powerful motorized system. These factors lead to a longer life, giving you more value for your money.
| Tip: When researching portable dust collectors, look for:
· Wheels for easy maneuverability · Dust bags for quick change-out and limited downtime · Ability to use with other construction equipment, such as grinding, polishing, and scarifying machines |
Blastrac Equipment: BDC-22 Dust Collector
The Blastrac BDC-22 dust collector has many features that ensure its dependability and longevity:
- 2 independent motors – 110V (14.5 amp) 1Ø
- 4 wheels with brake system
- Air flow – 244 CFM
- Longopac bagging system
- HEPA filter – M-class star
The easy-to-replace HEPA filter and Longopac bagging system are especially important to note because they reduce workers’ exposure to particulates and pollutants to almost nil. This dust collector’s all-steel construction withstands the dings and dents of a busy jobsite. Also, its sealed internal components protect it from dust and debris that can shorten its working life.
Protect Your Workers and Your Reputation
With good, reliable workers getting harder to find, you need to protect the ones you have. They’ll appreciate that you have their safety in mind, and they’ll appreciate using machines that run reliably day after day.
Not only does high quality construction equipment help protect your workers from excessive noise and damaging air particles, but it can also keep your work schedule on track. In the long run, high quality equipment can protect your reputation as a contractor who always gets the job done on time.
For more information on either of these two pieces of Blastrac equipment or the other reliable brands we carry, contact us or give us a call at 1-857-706-2980.
