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New! In-stock and Ready-to-Ship Equipment Program

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Gibson Abrasive Equipment features high quality equipment with a complete stocking program that is ready to ship. No long lead times.  All of the featured equipment is in stock and available now.  Contact a Gibson Abrasive Equipment Specialist to discuss your application and get a quote for a ready-to-ship machine. Gibson 1.5 cu. ft. Air Blast The …
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Wheel Blast Equipment – Standard, Modified and Automation

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Gibson Abrasive Equipment has evolved into the premier turnkey abrasive systems engineering & manufacturing services company. We now categorize all customer inquiries into three types so we can best service their needs and help them to work more efficiently. Our premier blasting equipment is available in three main categories: Standard Modified Automation Each category is …
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Comparing the Shot Blast Wheel to the Air Blast Nozzle

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SHOT BLAST WHEEL Shot Blast wheels propel the abrasive by centrifugal force through a controlled blast pattern in a particular direction. Abrasive Flow of 2,100 pounds per minute requires: One Operator (4) Blast Wheels @ 20 horsepower each Compressed air consumption 5.0 SCFM Compressor power 60 KW 80 horsepower Advantages: Velocity of shot easily controlled …
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Media Reclamation: Tips and Descriptions to Improve Production

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In this Gibson newsletter we are going to go over some basic reclamation descriptions, components and tips. Most operators have a basic concept of what media reclamation is about, but a little more knowledge may improve safety, increase production, or extend machine life. Media Reclamation is necessary for many reasons including clean ambient air, clean …
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Top 10 Wheel Blast Equipment Troubleshooting Tips with Solutions

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#1 – Why is my cycle time longer than when it was new? Answers: It’s out of abrasive. The impeller is really worn, needs replaced. The blades really worn, needs replaced. The control cage opening is enlarged and is causing blast pattern changes, needs replaced. You changed the blast wheel motor and the rotation is …
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Gibson Parts & Equipment Sold to Empire Abrasive Equipment

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On October 1st 2012 Charles and Gaylan Gibson retired and sold Gibson Parts & Equipment to Empire Abrasive Equipment Company in Langhorne, PA. The name of the company changed to Gibson Abrasive Equipment Company LLC. For over fifteen years, Gibson has been a trusted partner in the wheel blast equipment industry. The acquisition gives both …
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