Glass beads

Glass beads are an iron-free non-disposable abrasive for a wide application range. They are very much suitable for blasting any kind of metallic or non-metallic working pieces. Due to the round shape this abrasive is used for gentle cleaning. The abrasive effect is relatively small. Glass beads (made of bullet proof glass) are also suitable for achieving optically appealing surfaces and are one of the most used abrasives in the world.

Application range:

• Blast cleaning
  Removal of rust and scale layers on metallic surfaces
  Removal of form remains on castings 
  Removal of discolouration 
• Surface finishing 
  Surface refining 
  Achievement of optical effects 
• Shot peening
  Specific compression of the surface (solidification of the surface/improvement of the mechanical features)
• Reshape blasting
  Shot peening for reshaping or straightening of work pieces