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SANDBLASTING & ABRASIVE BLASTING SERVICES PHILIPPINES

Professional abrasive blasting for structural steel, pipes, and fabricated assemblies. Achieving Sa 2.5 and Sa 3 blast profiles for superior coating adhesion — serving projects across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

ABOUT OUR SANDBLASTING SERVICE

Sandblasting services in the Philippines — also known as abrasive blasting — are a critical surface preparation step before any protective coating, galvanizing, or painting is applied to structural steel. At Regan Industrial Sales Inc., our Quezon City facility uses high-pressure abrasive blasting to remove mill scale, rust, old paint, and surface contaminants from steel sections, pipes, and fabricated assemblies.

Proper surface preparation is the single most important factor in the long-term performance of any coating system. A sandblasted surface with the correct blast profile creates the mechanical anchor pattern that allows primers, epoxies, and zinc coatings to bond at full adhesion strength — reducing the risk of premature coating failure on Philippine construction and infrastructure projects.

Worker in protective gear using a tool on a steel beam, with sparks

RUST & SCALE REMOVAL

Removes mill scale, corrosion, and contaminants to bare metal.

SSPC / ISO 8501 COMPLIANT

Blast profiles per SSPC SP6, SP10, and ISO Sa 2.5 / Sa 3 standards.

MULTIPLE ABRASIVE MEDIA

Steel grit, garnet, glass beads — matched to application and finish.

PRE-COATING PREPARATION

Ideal before galvanizing, epoxy, paint, or powder coating systems.

How Sandblasting Works

STEP 01SURFACE PREPARATION & PRE-TREATMENT

Weathered and cleaned metal surfaces side by side

Before the galvanizing bath, components are quenched in water or air- cooled to solidify the coating and lock it to the substrate. Each batch is visually inspected for bare spots, drips, or uneven coverage.

Blast profile target
Sa 2.5 (near-white) or Sa 3 (white metal)
Standard
ISO 8501-1 / SSPC-SP10 / SSPC-SP5
Common abrasive
Steel grit G25-G40, garnet
Typical application
Epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers

STEP 02SURFACE PROFILING FOR COATING ADHESION

Close-up of a textured metal surface

Beyond cleaning, sandblasting creates a controlled surface roughness — known as the anchor profile — that gives protective coatings a mechanical grip on the steel substrate. The peak-to-valley depth of the profile is measured in microns and must fall within the specification range of the coating system being applied.

Anchor profile range
25-75 µm (application dependent)
Profile measurement
Testex Press-O-Film tape or stylus gauge
Standard
ASTM D4417 / ISO 8503
Suitable for
Epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers

STEP 03DEBURRING & EDGE PREPARATION

Metal plates with round openings and finished edges

Steel components produced by cutting, drilling, or stamping often have sharp burrs and rough edges that must be removed before coating or assembly. Sandblasting effectively removes these burrs without the dimensional changes caused by mechanical grinding, and simultaneously prepares the surface for coating in a single operation.

Abrasive media
Glass beads (fine), steel shot S110-S230
Surface finish
Smooth, burr-free, uniform matte profile
Typical products
Perforated plates, cut sections, fabricated parts

Why Contractors Choose Regan

A Reliable Steel Supplier for Contractors, Engineers, and Developers

Wide Product Availability

Complete steel range under one roof.

Complete Project Support

Products plus value-added processing services.

Nationwide Delivery

We deliver across Luzon, Visayas & Mindanao.

Trusted Since 1968

55+ years serving the construction industry.

Competitive Pricing

Quality steel at competitive prices.

Convenient Ordering

Easy quotation, fast response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sandblasting or abrasive blasting?

Sandblasting, also called abrasive blasting, is a surface preparation process that uses pressurized abrasive material to remove rust, mill scale, paint, coatings, and other contaminants from steel and metal surfaces.

What materials can be sandblasted?

Sandblasting is commonly used on structural steel, steel plates, pipes, tanks, beams, fabricated components, machinery parts, railings, frames, and other metal surfaces. Suitability depends on the material, condition, thickness, and required surface finish.

Why is abrasive blasting done before painting or coating?

Abrasive blasting cleans and roughens the steel surface, helping primers, paints, and protective coatings bond more effectively. Proper surface preparation can improve coating performance, appearance, and service life.

Can sandblasting remove heavy rust and old paint?

Yes. Abrasive blasting can remove rust, scale, old paint, and many existing coatings. The abrasive type, pressure, and blasting method should be selected according to the surface condition and required preparation standard.

What information should I provide when requesting a sandblasting quote?

Provide the item type, material, dimensions, quantity, estimated surface area, current surface condition, required finish or preparation standard, project location, and target schedule. Photos, drawings, or coating specifications can help the team assess the work.

GET A QUOTE FOR SANDBLASTING & ABRASIVE BLASTING SERVICES

Tell us your steel specifications, blast profile requirement, and project timeline. Our sales team will respond within one business day with a detailed quotation.

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