Manufacturing
Industrial Cleaning

Hydroabrasive parts cleaning for engineering, metalworking, automotive component manufacturing and other industries — no chemicals, no dust, no loss of geometry

Running costs for aquablast — just water, glass beads and electricity. Operating cost is approximately 19 PLN per hour. No chemicals, no waste disposal costs.

Where aquablast is needed in manufacturing

Every manufacturing facility has stages where the quality of cleaning directly determines the quality of the final product. Aquablast addresses several of these challenges at once.

After heat treatment — hardening, annealing and case hardening leave scale and oxide films on parts. Aquablast removes them without distorting the workpiece or affecting tolerances. After welding — slag, metal spatter and the oxidised zone are removed quickly and evenly, leaving the surface ready for inspection or painting. After cutting — plasma, gas or laser cutting leaves burrs and carbon deposits; aquablast removes them without manual finishing. Before painting and coating — a uniform matte texture ensures the best adhesion for paint, powder coat or anti-corrosion treatments. Tooling and mould regeneration — dies, injection moulds and casting moulds are cleaned without any risk of altering working geometry.

How aquablasting technology works

Inside the sealed aquablast cabinet, a mixture of water and fine glass beads is delivered under controlled pressure onto the surface of the part. The water cushions the impact of the abrasive and simultaneously flushes away loosened contaminants — a wet-grinding effect with no heat build-up and no impact stress. Unlike sandblasting, where the abrasive strikes metal at full force, in aquablasting the water acts as a buffer.

After processing, the part is automatically rinsed with clean water and blown dry with compressed air. It comes out dry, clean, with a uniform matte finish and ready for the next production operation. A full cycle takes 5 to 30 minutes depending on part size and contamination level.

Aquablast vs. sandblasting: what is the difference

✔ Aquablast

No surface damage, no change to tolerances. No dust — safe to use on the shop floor. Consistent result on every part. Glass beads are reused many times. Suitable for steel, aluminium, cast iron, stainless steel, plastics and composites.

✖ Sandblasting

Aggressive impact — metal loses geometry and precision. Heavy dust requires extraction and PPE. Abrasive is single-use. Inconsistent results dependent on the operator. Unsuitable for precision and thin-walled components.

Running costs: why aquablast makes financial sense in production

Consumables are water, glass beads (recovered in a closed loop) and electricity. No expensive chemical solvents, no costs for disposing of hazardous waste. The total cost of consumables and electricity is approximately 19 PLN per hour of operation.

The result does not depend on the operator — an identical surface finish on every part is ideal for series production. This reduces the reject rate, shortens time between operations and increases daily output. The estimated return on investment is 4 to 8 months.

What you need to run an aquablast machine

The unit integrates easily into an existing production line. Minimum conditions to get started:

✓ Floor space — approximately 1–1.2 m²
✓ Power supply — standard 220 V socket
✓ Compressed air — from 450 l/min, tank capacity from 100 litres
✓ No mains water connection required — when used with the Water Cleaning System
✓ Consumable — glass beads (reusable)

We will help you choose the right machine for your production

Models differ in cabinet size, power and load capacity — from compact units for small parts to heavy-duty systems for large housings and structural components. We will help you select the right machine for your part types and production volume — contact us for a free consultation.