SHOT BLASTING

Steel shot is available in many sizes and hardness ratings, each selected for accomplishing a different surface preparation task.

Improving metals surfaces to a desired specification, or simply cleaning or stripping unwanted materials from a part are all uses for steel shot.  The polished finish of the metal part will be influenced by the shot size and grade.

SHOT PEENING

Steel shot is commonly used for a process called peening, which results in the hardening of the metal’s surface.  This is commonly used for hardening turbine blades in aircraft engines, crankshafts in many types of machines, or heavy duty springs.

The density and hardness of steel shot allows it to be reused many times longer than any other type of media, also creating a dust free working environment.
Always wear appropriate personal protection equipment when operating machinery of any kind.