Whether processing standard pipe, tubing, sucker rods, or specialty cylindrical products, every Gibson Pipe Wheel Blast System is engineered around the customer's material handling requirements, production rates, and finishing objectives.
Unlike general conveyor blasting equipment, pipe blast systems are specifically designed to handle round products.
As pipe enters the machine, powered skew rollers rotate each workpiece while feeding it through the blast chamber. This synchronized movement allows the abrasive stream to reach the entire outside diameter without requiring operators to manually reposition or rotate the material.
Depending on pipe diameter and production requirements, systems may utilize one or multiple blast wheels to achieve the desired cleaning rate and surface finish. Automated loading and unloading systems can also be incorporated to further increase throughput and reduce manual handling.
Pipe Wheel Blast Systems are engineered for continuous processing of cylindrical products such as:
Steel Pipe
Tubing
Oilfield Tubular Products
Round Steel Products
Every Gibson Pipe Wheel Blast System is engineered around the customer’s product mix and manufacturing process.
During the design phase, Gibson evaluates factors such as:
Rather than selecting from a catalog of standard machines, Gibson develops a blasting solution that integrates with the customer’s production line while supporting long-term manufacturing goals.
Each pipe blasting system is configured to meet the specific requirements of the application. For larger pipe diameters or increased production rates, additional blast wheels and automated handling equipment can be incorporated to optimize cleaning efficiency and throughput.
Depending on production requirements, systems may include:
Pipe blast systems are commonly used throughout industries including:
Where continuous production of cylindrical products is required, Gibson engineers systems that improve throughput while delivering consistent blasting performance.
Every pipe production operation presents unique material handling and throughput challenges. Gibson works closely with manufacturers to design blasting systems that integrate seamlessly into existing production lines while maximizing cleaning performance and minimizing manual handling.
From standalone pipe blasting systems to fully automated production lines with bundle loading, skew roller conveying, and automated unloading, Gibson engineers complete wheel blast solutions that help manufacturers improve productivity, maintain consistent surface quality, and support continuous manufacturing.
Pipe Wheel Blast Systems are specifically engineered for round and cylindrical products.
Unlike standard roller conveyor systems, skew rollers rotate the pipe while advancing it through the blast chamber, ensuring complete circumferential coverage. This makes pipe blast systems the preferred solution for applications where uniform cleaning around the entire outside diameter is required.
During system design, Gibson carefully evaluates pipe diameter, length, wall thickness, and production speed to determine the optimal conveyor arrangement and blast wheel configuration. Larger diameter pipe may require multiple blast wheels to maintain consistent cleaning performance across the full circumference.
For structural steel, flat plate, and fabricated components that do not require rotational movement, Gibson Roller Conveyor Wheel Blast Systems are typically the more appropriate solution.
Gibson pipe blast systems are built to automate surface preparation for pipe and other long, round materials with consistent 360-degree cleaning. Whether you need to remove rust, mill scale, or prepare pipe for coating, Gibson can help configure a system around your pipe size, production flow, and finishing requirements.
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