Portable Blasting Equipment – Clemco “Classic”
Over 50 years of experience in the blasting industry have led to the production of Clemco’s classic blast machine series. Tough, reliable, simple in design, user friendly and easy to troubleshoot – these are the characteristics that make this machine one of the most widely used systems in the world. Available in 0.5 – 20 cu. ft. capacities, we have the right size portable or stationary machine for your operation. Valve systems on the Classic series can be configured to work with pneumatic or electric remotes. On larger units, an abrasive cut off option is available for easy blow down of blasted surfaces. These units can also be configured with any of Clemco’s full line of abrasive metering valves to meet your specific needs. Consult the brochure below for the complete listing of available machines.
Clemco “Contractor” Series
Clemco’s Contractor machine combines the reliability of the Classic series with added features intended to increase portability and functionality. In efforts of reducing operator injury and strain on the body, Clemco has incorporated a 4-wheel tilt-back support system on each Contractor unit. This allows the operator to lean back a fully loaded machine and easily reposition or relocate the machine without having to support its full weight. Since clean operator air is a necessary part of every blasting operation, a CPF-20 breathing air purifier is mounted directly to the frame of the blast pot. The blast hose, remote twin line hose and breathing hoses all have integrated attachment points located on the front of the machine for convenient access with minimal clutter. The Clemco Contractor machine comes in 2, 4 & 6 cu. ft. capacities. Valve systems are available with pneumatic or electric remotes wired for either 12V or 120V power sources. Consult the brochure below for all the available machine options.
Forecast “S-Series” Blast Machines
Forecast Sales Inc., the home of Pirate Brand® equipment, manufactures a complete line of blast machines that utilize the industry’s most proven sand and air valve technology. We carry their complete offering of portable, stationary, and towable small and bulk blast pots all of which can be built to meet your specific application. All machines are manufactured in the United States and come standard with 5- or 10-year warranties. The machines below are pictured in both pneumatic and electric configurations. Consult the “S-Series” brochure below for all the available options.
1.5 S-Series Portable
3.5 S-Series Portable
6.5 S-Series Portable
Forecast “S-Series” 10 & 20 CU FT Blast Machines
Forecast’s 10 & 20 CU FT machines feature the same quality construction of the smaller machines in their line-up with the added benefits of increased capacity and an available second outlet. Loading more material and having the ability to run two nozzles simultaneously will reduce downtime and significantly increase production. 20 CU FT units can be outfitted with a bulk bag rack for easy loading of bulk material. This allows you to take advantage of cost savings on bulk bag material while reducing potential injury to operators by eliminating repetitive loading of heavy bags.
10.0 S-Series Portable
20.0 S-Series Portable
Portable Blast Machine Accessories
Blast Pot Screens
These screens are designed to drop into the loading funnel on top of your portable machine and assist with keeping large trash out of the vessel during the loading process. These screens can be lined with graded wire screen material to help re-screen spent abrasive for reuse.
Sizes Available: 10”, 14”, 16”, 20”, 24”, 30” & 36”
Blast Pot Lids
These custom fitted lids are designed to sit on top of the machine and keep debris and rainfall from entering the vessel through the abrasive inlet.
Sizes Available: 10”, 14”, 16”, 20”, 24”, 30” & 36”
Inline Moisture Trap
Moisture contamination in your airlines can lead to premature failure of valves that contain rubber or metal components and cause abrasive within the machine to bind together stopping abrasive flow and potentially require costly shutdowns to clean out the vessel’s interior. The addition of an inline moisture separator can assist in removing these moisture particles out of the air supply, extending the life of your valves, and keeping your production going. These filters are available in thread sizes ranging from 1/4″ – 2” and have a large offering of CFM capacities to handle whatever flow rates your system requires.
Inline Air Regulator
Proper air regulation is key to ensuring consistent CFM and abrasive consumption as well as reducing unnecessary wear on equipment. By installing an inline air regulator on the inlet valve of your blast machine, you can fine tune your pot pressure to operate at lower or higher pressures thus allowing you to effectively clean the substrate without exceeding the CFM capabilities of your compressor. These regulators are available in thread sizes ranging from 1/4″ – 2” and have a large offering of CFM capacities to handle whatever flow rates you might have.
Electric Conversion Kit
When running exceptionally long lengths of blast hose, pneumatic remote signals from the deadman to the inlet valve can experience severe lag, contributing to slow stop/start intervals and creating unnecessary abrasive waste. A proven solution to this problem is replacing the pneumatic remote signal with an electric deadman system. Our “bolt on” electric conversion upgrade allows you to adapt this technology directly on to any standard inlet valve. Compatible with either fixed or portable power sources, these systems can be wired with your choice of 12v or 120v solenoids.
Loading Rack System
Designed specifically for Forecast “S” Series machines, these racks can be adapted to the existing frame allowing for easy laydown and loading/unloading out of the back of any standard pickup truck or trailer. The extra clearance afforded by the rack prevents valves and valve components from being damaged or crushed when the machine is laid down.
Blast Machine Timer System
Forecast’s timer control box allows you to monitor and record the total amount of time that the blast machine controls are engaged. This data allows you to track machine usage throughout a given time frame or job period and help with ensuring that you are on track with job costing. If you have an in-house maintenance program, this unit provides easy tracking of machine wear and usage. No external power supply necessary – this unit’s power is generated by a high power 10-year lithium battery. Information can only be reset with the access keys provided thus preventing unauthorized tampering with the unit.
Union End Ball Valve Upgrade
The full port union end ball valve is installed between the cone base and the sand (metering) valve on the bottom of the blast pot. This valve allows for complete shut-off of the abrasive material out of the machine and simple removal of the entire sand valve assembly from the machine. This will significantly reduce repair times when servicing the machine’s lower end and help to decrease downtime. Both ends of this valve are machined with 1-1/4” female threads.
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