Garnet sand is a general mineral and not a by-product of a chemical process. It is inert and non-toxic and virtually free of silica, thus excluding any danger of silicosis hazard. It has a very low dust emission. Garnet sand Is safe for the operator, does not pollute the atmosphere. In consequence, garnet as an abrasive has worldwide support among occupational health authorities.
Moreover, asLow Dusting. Better Visibility. Safe to Use. Abrasive garnet sand is a 100% natural, non-ferrous inert mineral containing less than 1% free silica and no detectable metal levels. Our garnet poses little or no health or environmental risks. Garnet produces less dust than many other blast abrasives resulting in improved visibility, less disruption to adjoining work areas, and safer working conditions. It is an environmentally friendly material.
The selection of abrasive media for blast cleaning steel is based primarily on two broad objectives, quality, and economics. Quality is defined in terms of appearance after cleaning, profile depth and contour, and chemical cleanliness. Abrasive economics is determined by its initial cost and the production rate achieved when used.
Garnet Characteristics :
Garnet sand does not pollute the atmosphere because it has very low dust emissions. Therefore it offers no known health hazard. When used in offshore areas, it does not contaminate or foul the sea-bed or disturb marine life. Due to its high productivity, less garnet sand is used and, therefore, less cleanup. As garnet sand could be recycled many times and a natural, non-toxic mineral, it does not Create disposal problems as other slag abrasives do.
