Definition

What is Shot Blasting?

Shot blasting is a mechanical surface treatment process that uses metallic shot media thrown at high speed to clean, strengthen, or texture metal surfaces for fabrication, foundry, and engineering applications.

Process overview

Shot blasting machines use a wheel or air system to propel steel shot or grit onto metal components. The process removes scale, rust, and old coatings while improving surface uniformity.

Typical industries

Foundries, fabrication shops, automotive refurbishment units, structural steel producers, and casting plants commonly use shot blasting before painting, coating, or assembly.

Machine formats

Options include tumble blast machines, table type units, hanger type systems, and continuous conveyor machines based on part geometry and production volume.

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