The SPE 12ES is a top - notch machine for shot blasting floors. It's an electrically powered, compact and medium - sized machine. Ideal for concrete floor preparation and equally effective on steel surfaces, it offers infinite variable forward and reverse drive. The dust collection unit features continuous reverse air jet filtration cleaning, just like larger machines. This machine is a modern, fast, and versatile solution for dry abrasive cleaning and texturing of horizontal or slightly inclined surfaces. It's dust - free, eliminating the mess of hand blasting and creating an ideal surface for coatings. It also contains abrasive and debris to prevent pollution. With a 305mm (12') working width, it's great for most general floor and steel projects. An optional seal system can vary the blast width. Key features include a manganese - steel blast unit, a dust collector with an integral compressor and reverse air jet pulsation for continuous operation, adjustable blasting width for line removal and weld inspection, self - propelled variable speed drive for full operator control, a grill in the lower separator hopper to protect the blast wheel, compatibility with up to S550 abrasive, a fully machined blast wheel support bearing assembly, and an optional bi - directional blast wheel. It can even be dismantled to pass through a 600mm access hole in storage tanks. Typical applications include removing old coatings, cleaning concrete and tiles, exposing aggregates, providing non - slip surfaces, removing rubber deposits, steel preparation to SA3 standard, laitance removal on new concrete floors, and it's suitable for multi - storey car parks, shopping precincts, food processing plants, storage tanks, ships decks, steel plates, Ro - Ro bridges, and ferries. Bartell Global offers SPE Shot Blasters in models like SPE 9ES, SPE 9G, SPE 12ES, SPE 16ES, and SPE 20ES.
Using the SPE 12ES shot blaster is quite straightforward. First, make sure it's properly set up. Check the power connection if it's an electric model. If you need to adjust the blasting width, use the optional seal system. Then, load the appropriate abrasive (it can use up to S550 abrasive) into the machine. Start the machine and use the self - propelled variable speed drive to control its movement. You can move it forward or reverse as needed. When working, the dust collection unit will help keep the area clean. For safety, always wear proper protective gear like goggles and a dust mask. Keep in mind that this machine is powerful, so make sure the surface you're working on can handle the blasting. For maintenance, regularly check the blast unit and the dust collector. Clean the dust collector's filter according to the instructions. Inspect the grill in the lower separator hopper to ensure it's free of debris. Check the blast wheel support bearing assembly and the blast wheel for any signs of wear or damage. If you have the optional bi - directional blast wheel, make sure it's working properly. When not in use, store the machine in a dry place. And if you need to move it through a small access hole like in a storage tank, follow the disassembly instructions carefully.
