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Glass Bead vs. Aluminum Oxide Abrasives

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The abrasive you choose for your surface preparation project will dramatically impact the final finish and appearance of your product, as well as the efficiency and cost of your project. Two common abrasives, glass bead and aluminum oxide abrasives, offer different results and have optimal uses in different applications. Read on to learn more about […]

How to Automate Your Surface Preparation Process

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Automating the surface preparation process includes reducing labor costs, improving quality control, and reducing manufacturing time. Automating the process also eliminates manual labor, which can be dangerous and lead to injuries. In addition, automated surface preparation machines are more consistent and accurate than manual labor, resulting in better-quality products. Dawson-McDonald Co., Inc. is a surface […]

How Dust Collection Systems Can Improve Your Workplace

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Several manufacturing processes generate by-products in the form of dust and other fine particulate matter. These applications need reliable dust collection solutions to ensure safe working conditions and improved air quality. Before choosing a dust collection system to install, it’s important to know how these systems work, the different types available, the benefits they offer, […]

Benefits of Industrial Vacuum Systems

Benefits of Industrial Vacuum Systems

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Industrial vacuum systems are essential equipment across various industries to optimize operational efficiency, which benefits your employees, customers, and bottom line. Industrial vacuum systems ensure cleanliness not only for visual purposes but also to promote the health and safety of workers and comply with environmental standards. For these reasons, it’s important to select and maintain […]

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A Look at Ruwac Vacuums

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Whenever you need to tackle pollution at a workplace or on your property caused by dust and other substances, you need equipment that does a thorough job. Ruwac vacuums have been proven reliable for years now, and they are the preferred option by a majority of industries. Not only do Ruwac vacuums do a perfect […]

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A Look at the Different Types of Blasting Machinery

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Blasting machines are designed to propel abrasive media toward the surface of a workpiece at high speeds. This process can result in a smoother or more textured surface, which improves the workability of the workpiece in downstream processing operations and/or enhances the performance of the workpiece in its intended application. There are many types of […]

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A Brief Intro to Steel Abrasives

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Steel abrasives are a type of media used in blasting equipment. They are available in two forms: shot and grit. Steel shot consists of spherically shaped particles, while sheet grit consists of irregularly shaped particles. They can be used to remove unwanted materials (e.g., rust, paint, and scale) from the surface of a workpiece, to […]

Applications for Industrial Vacuum Systems

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“Industrial vacuum” is a blanket term that refers to different systems that use pressure and vacuum to transport material away from work areas to a repository where it can be eliminated. Industrial vacuum systems come in a variety of configurations and can be customized to meet the needs of various industries and applications. Uses and […]

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The Need for Dust Collection in the Medical Equipment Industry

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Many industrial manufacturing processes produce waste and byproducts. Dust particles and other particulates present an unseen hazard that goes unaddressed in many workplaces, resulting in negative impacts on employee health. Best practices and regulations across industries such as pharmaceuticals, mining, woodworking, and metalworking dictate that businesses must implement proper steps to protect workers from dust […]