LEMCO Invests in PeddiBlast Shot Blasting Technology

LEMCO is proud to announce a significant investment in our fabrication capability: the PeddiBlast shot blasting machine. This addition reinforces our commitment to consistent quality and value-added services for our clients across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Why Shot Blasting Matters

Shot blasting is a vital step in getting the best performance out of anti-corrosion coatings. This is especially important in coastal and harsher climate locations, where steel is exposed to salt water and other extreme conditions. By shot blast cleaning the steel, we remove corrosive build-up and significantly extend the life of the coating system.

The PeddiBlast is a powerful machine that removes rust, mill scale, and corrosion from steel surfaces. It eliminates moisture that can cause problems with welding and painting, and provides an ideal smooth surface finish for securing a strong bond between the steel surface and its protective coat.

The Benefits of Shot Blasting

Shot blasting structural steel delivers a range of benefits:

• Improves welding and paint finishes
• Removes rust, mill scale, and corrosion more effectively
• Prepares the surface for coating
• Eliminates moisture from beneath corrosive products
• Provides a smooth surface finish for a secure bond between the steel and coating
• Is a fast and efficient process

How the Process Works

Abrasive blasting uses high-pressure streams of abrasive materials to remove contaminants from surfaces. This efficient and fast method works on both rough and smooth surfaces and does not alter the fabrication chemically.

No other process is better suited to removing undesired layers or coatings. This is one of the key reasons we invested in the PeddiBlast — enabling us to offer clients cleaner welds and improved high-grade paint adhesion.

See the PeddiBlast in Action

Watch the Peddinghaus shot blasting technology:

See the PeddiBlast machine at work in the LEMCO workshop:

Quality You Can Rely On

In short, shot blasting structural steel ensures the protective coating adheres properly to your steel structure — giving you a longer-lasting, higher-quality result. It’s another way LEMCO delivers consistent quality and value on every project.

To learn more about our value-added services, visit our Services page.