Surface Preparation
Abrasive blasting.
Prepared to bond.
Westforge prepares steel, aluminium and industrial components for coating, repair or refurbishment using practical surface preparation methods suited to the material, condition and intended finish.
Overview
Surface preparation determines how well a coating adheres, how long it lasts and how the finished component performs in service. Westforge focuses on preparing surfaces to a suitable profile and cleanliness for the coating system or downstream process.
Work is scoped around the component, its condition and the intended finish — from removing existing coatings, rust and mill scale through to preparing new fabricated items for powder or protective coating.
Where the project involves fabrication and coating together, preparation is coordinated in-house so components move cleanly between stages.
Typical applications
Where this capability is used.
Abrasive blasting of steel and metal components
Garnet blasting where applicable
Coating and paint removal
Rust and corrosion removal
Preparation of new fabricated items for coating
Refurbishment preparation for equipment and components
Surface cleaning of industrial components
Preparation of frames, brackets, gates and metalwork
Industries supported
Sectors this work supports.
How the process works
A practical, coordinated approach.
Assess
Review the component, existing finish, condition and intended coating or outcome.
Mask & set up
Mask threads, machined faces and areas that should not be blasted. Confirm handling method.
Blast
Apply the suitable abrasive method and profile for the material and downstream coating.
Inspect
Visual check for cleanliness, remaining contaminants and profile appearance.
Handover or coat
Transfer directly to coating where scope includes finishing, or package for pick-up.
Quality & inspection
Inspection checkpoints and workmanship standards.
- Preparation matched to the material and coating system
- Attention to masking, threads and machined faces
- Visual cleanliness and profile checks before coating
- Careful handling of prepared surfaces to protect the profile
- Clear communication where a component is not suitable for a requested finish
Frequently asked
Common questions.
What size components can you prepare?+
Suitable component size depends on booth and handling capacity. Send photos and approximate dimensions and we'll confirm suitability before quoting.
Do you remove existing paint and powder coating?+
Yes — coating removal is a routine part of preparation for refurbishment work. Older or unusual coatings may need a review before we confirm suitability.
Can you prepare components you didn't fabricate?+
Yes. We regularly prepare components fabricated elsewhere for coating, repair or refurbishment.
Do you provide surface preparation certification?+
Standard project work is quality-checked visually. Formal surface profile or cleanliness certification is available only where specifically scoped and confirmed as part of the quote.
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