

ISSUE: Busy iron foundry was experiencing cleaning issues with their old Autoblast® wheels. SOLUTION: … [Read More]
Iron Foundry Success with BCT
Customer Success Story - October 3, 2019
ISSUE:
Busy iron foundry was experiencing cleaning issues with their old Autoblast® wheels.
SOLUTION:
- Replaced (6) Autoblast® Wheels with BCT M3 e-Wheels™
- Updated blast wheel wall and repositioned wheels for better angles of attack
- Provided new MACV Abrasive Valves
- Installed new 72” HE Magnetic Separator due to heavy sand volumes
RESULTS:
- Improved cleaning times 30-40% on all castings
- Greatly improved overall blast coverage and part finish
- Significant motor life improvement due to better alignment and bare wheel balance
- Decreased maintenance downtime as wheels are so efficient