Blasting Techniques
Tips and tricks for blasting any surface.
- Quick Start Guide (VIDEO)
- Automotive Stripping Tips (VIDEO)
- Surface Preparation Standards
- Blast Nozzle Selection Guide (VIDEO)
- Ergonomic Blasting Hacks
Adjusting and Calibrating
How to fine tune your machine for the job.
- Adjusting and Optimizing Media Flow
- Adjusting Blast Pressure (VIDEO)
- Re-tensioning the Abrasive Control Lever (VIDEO)
- Switching from Wet to Dry Blasting
Before and After the Job
Techniques on containment, cleanup, etc.
- Blasting Media - Choosing the Right Abrasive (VIDEO)
- Containment and Cleanup Tips (VIDEO)
- How to Prevent Rust (VIDEO)
- Proper Start Up and Shut Down Procedures (VIDEO)
Winter Blasting & Maintenance
How to keep operations running smoothly when temperatures drop.
- Guide to Blasting in Cold and Freezing Weather
- Windy Weather Blasting
- Guide to Protecting your Blasting Machine from Freezing Weather
- How to Winterize Your Compressor
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Keep your equipment running smoothly, or diagnose a problem.
- ELGi / Rotair Compressor - Operation and Maintenance
- Chicago Pneumatic Compressor - Operation and Maintenance
- Replacing Dry Blast Wear Items
- Parker Valve - Maintenance Guide
Marketing Your Business
How to find customers and get them to choose your business.
- Reaching Out to Potential Customers: Your Step-by-Step Guide
- How to Take Great Photos and Videos of Your Blasting Work
- Your Guide to Attending Trade Shows
- Guide to Pricing Jobs
Case Studies
Examples of real-life jobs.
- CASE STUDY: Re-Stain and Re-Seal Concrete
- CASE STUDY: Restoring a 1970's Honda
- CASE STUDY: Stripping a 34 ft Boat Bottom
Manuals & Guides
Instruction manuals, warranties, and more documents.
- Compressor User Manuals, Parts, Tech Support
- Warranties
- Where to Buy Parts, Supplies, Media, Etc.
- RPB Nova 3®: Instruction Manuals