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

Here's how wet blasting is applied, and why it delivers clear advantages.

Key applications

• Surface preparation prior to painting, coating, or bonding

• Removal of old coatings, oxidation, and light contamination

• Uniform surface texturing to improve adhesion

• Cleaning complex geometries without damaging fibres or resin systems

Advantages over dry blasting

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

That's exactly where the Vapormatt Cougar+ with swing door stands out.

Designed for high-duty, automated wet blasting, the Cougar+ brings together productivity, consistency and protection of critical aerospace components.

Here's why it's such a strong fit for aircraft wheel MRO operations:

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 teeth and thread crests
• Edge hone – create a tiny, consistent micro-radius on the cutting edge
• Refine the surface – smooth out grinding marks and micro-cracks on the flanks
• Prepare for coating – give PVD/CVD coatings a surface they can properly anchor to

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In many manufacturing environments, the smallest component can have the biggest impact. That's why our spare parts play such a crucial role in helping our customers maintain consistent, high quality surface finishing performance.

What often stands out to our customers is the combination of reliability, availability and technical support that comes with every Vapormatt part. Whether it's a routine replacement or a critical component needed at short notice, having trusted parts on hand can make all the difference to uptime and process stability.

Wet blasting is a highly effective surface preparation method for sporting goods, particularly for high-performance carbon fibre products such as bicycle frames, tennis racquets, hockey sticks and premium paddles. Its advantages support both product integrity and production efficiency.

Here are the key benefits:

• Gentle yet effective surface preparation - The water cushioned process protects delicate carbon fibre structures while still creating a consistent profile that supports reliable coating and bonding.

Bi-metal blades are strong durable and versatile. Wet blasting can amplify those strengths.

Advantages include:

• Bi-metal tooth tips benefit from a smoother, more uniform surface that supports cleaner cutting and better heat management

• The controlled action of wet blasting helps preserve the bonded high-speed steel layer, reducing the risk of stress points that can be more problematic on bi-metal weld zones

Finishing overhead power cable is not just a manufacturing step. It is a reliability decision. When these cables face extreme weather, long spans and critical loads, surface quality becomes directly linked to long term performance.

That is where the high levels of process control associated with the automatic Vapormatt Profelis wet blasting machine make a big difference. Consistent surface preparation helps ensure safer handling, predictable electrical performance and higher confidence in the final installation.

A few reasons this level of control matters:

In precision tooling, surface preparation can make or break coating performance. When it comes to preparing round shank tools for PVD or CVD coating, wet blasting stands out as the preferred finishing process - and for good reason.

Unlike dry blasting or mechanical polishing, wet blasting offers a unique combination of control, consistency, and cleanliness that ensures coatings adhere perfectly and perform at their best.

Here’s why more manufacturers are making the switch:

When it comes to coated cutting tool inserts, the finishing process can make all the difference between average performance and exceptional tool life. Peening the coating is a proven way to strengthen and refine the surface - but the method of peening is what truly defines the result.

That’s where wet blasting excels. Unlike dry or mechanical peening, wet blasting uses fine abrasive media suspended in water to deliver a controlled, even impact on the coated surface. This makes it the optimal choice for precision applications.

Here’s what sets wet blasting apart:

Composite materials have transformed aerospace design, enabling lighter, stronger, and more efficient aircraft structures. Yet, achieving reliable bonding and coating performance on composites depends heavily on one critical step - surface preparation.

Wet blasting is a robust method for conditioning composite surfaces prior to adhesive bonding or coating. Unlike traditional mechanical abrasion or peel-ply removal, wet blasting delivers a controlled, repeatable process that enhances surface cleanliness and texture without compromising structural integrity.