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Engineered Blends: GMA Garnet’s Optimal Balance of Cutting and Cleaning

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Balancing Cutting Power and Cleaning Efficiency

Effective abrasive blasting requires a balance of cutting power to remove tough coatings and cleaning ability to prepare the surface for coating. Abrasives that are too aggressive can damage the substrate, while those that lack cutting power may not remove contaminants effectively. Engineered blends, like those developed by GMA Garnet™, are designed to achieve this balance.

How Engineered Blends Work

Coarse Particles for Cutting: Larger, angular particles effectively cut through heavy rust, thick coatings, and tough contaminants.
Fine Particles for Cleaning: Smaller particles clean the surface, ensuring it is free of debris and ready for coating.

A Closer Look at Engineered Blends

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GMA Garnet™ Engineered Blend: Key Advantages

GMA Garnet™ engineered blends combine coarse and fine particles to deliver superior performance:

Minimal Embedment: Reduces contamination of the substrate.
Consistent Surface Profile: Ensures uniformity, crucial for coating adhesion.
High Peak Density: Provides a surface with maximum adhesion potential.
Cleaner Surface: Removes all debris, leaving the substrate coating-ready.

By providing the optimal balance of cutting and cleaning, GMA Garnet™ engineered blends improve productivity and coating performance, ensuring high-quality results across diverse applications.