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15/01/26

How surface prep defines coating performance on composites...

by Miles

British Grand Prix trophies made from carbon fibre

When applying paint or lacquer to composite components, the finish is only as good as the surface beneath it.In sectors such as aerospace, automotive...

13/01/26

Why wet blasting is transforming aircraft wheel preparation for NDT...

by Miles

Aircraft wheels are some of the most highly stressed components on an airframe. Preparing them correctly for non-destructive testing (NDT) is...

09/01/26

The hidden factor behind stronger composite bonds...

by Miles

Compsite sample before and after wet blasting

In high-performance sectors such as aerospace, motorsport and advanced manufacturing, reliable adhesive bonding on composite parts is essential....

07/01/26

Why wet blasting sets the standard for jet engine NDT preparation...

by Miles

Jet engine disc undergoing FPI inspection

When reliability depends on what you can't see, surface preparation becomes critical.Wet blasting is a trusted method for preparing jet engine...

05/01/26

We wish all our customers, suppliers, friends and followers a very happy and prosperous new year!

by Miles

16/12/25

The role of wet blasting in composite propeller blade performance...

by Miles

Composite propeller blades require surface treatments that are precise, repeatable, and material-safe. Wet blasting is the perfect solution for...

16/12/25

Why the Vapormatt Cougar+ sets the standard for aircraft wheel NDT preparation...

by Miles

When it comes to preparing aircraft wheels for NDT, paint stripping, and cleaning are critical steps that must be repeatable, controlled and kind to...

12/12/25

Most threading taps don’t fail because the material is “too hard”. They fail because the cutting edge is too fragile…

by Miles

That’s where wet blasting and edge honing make a real difference.Wet blasting is used to:• Deburr – remove weak burrs left from grinding on chamfer...

10/12/25

Keeping production moving with reliable Vapormatt spare parts...

by Miles

In many manufacturing environments, the smallest component can have the biggest impact. That's why our spare parts play such a crucial role in...

08/12/25

Understanding the benefits of wet blasting for carbon fibre sporting products...

by Miles

Wet blasting is a highly effective surface preparation method for sporting goods, particularly for high-performance carbon fibre products such as...

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