Clemco has the most expansive product line of any blast equipment manufacturer and maintains the highest quality standards worldwide.
As the blast equipment manufacturer with the most expansive product line, Clemco maintains the highest quality standards worldwide. Our equipment is built to precise tolerances with superior raw materials, guaranteeing performance and productivity. Clemco's commitment to innovation and durability ensures minimal abrasive wear, giving our customers reliable, long-lived products that reflect our corporate culture.
Clemco is a multi-generational company, dedicated to ensuring that a deep knowledge of the industry is passed down from one generation to the next. The vital inter-disciplinary knowledge possessed by Clemco's highly-trained engineers and staff is the foundation of our ability to meet the global challenges of the future. As the world continues to innovate and develop, Clemco's wide range of products will continue to be improved and refined to meet every challenge the future has to offer.
Clemco's painstaking compliance with international guidelines continues to push us to explore new product features and benefits. Clemco's development team is constant in its research of all new market information; addressing customer needs in a timely fashion and in a manner that balances performance and compliance, while accounting for all application specifics and variables.
The blast machine, colloquially known as sandblasting machine, is the heart of the pressure blasting system. Attention to the proper configuration and compatibility of the machine’s components is crucial and ensures maximum blasting efficiency. Thanks to Clemco’s wealth of experience and commitment to innovation, Clemco products deliver high levels of reliability, longevity, and safety in abrasive blasting.
The proper selection of all system components in a blast machine is crucial to achieving the highest level of efficiency. Blast machine construction, capacity, media valve type, hose and nozzle, properly selected, will provide the ideal solution for any job requirement.
Decades of experience and development form the basis for the design and construction of Clemco blast pots. Top-quality materials and state of the art production methods deliver a product with one of the longest lifetimes in the industry. Abrasive wear, an unavoidable reality, is minimized by the careful positioning of exposed components, which can be adjusted and replaced quickly. Clemco’s inventory of spare parts can keep a blast pot running for decades.
The longer the blast hose, the greater the need for quick-response control
Precise operational control and safety is the hallmark of Clemco remote controls, which immediately start or stop the blast stream whenever necessary. The operator controls the blast stream independently at the nozzle, an indispensable safety feature. The blast pot can be emptied and reloaded with the engagement of the control handle, which functions on a pneumatic signal system. For longer hose lengths, Clemco recommends its low-voltage, electro-pneumatically controlled option.
Metering the abrasive in exact proportion is crucial to producing the maximum blast power with a minimum amount of abrasive media
Clemco-produced abrasive metering valves are constructed of high-quality, abrasive-resistant components and can suit all abrasive medias. The manual and pneumatically-controlled valves from Clemco have proven their value a thousand times over in every application.
Clemco media valves dispense abrasive in an even, regulated flow, offsetting irregularities during pressurization and depressurization, making for consistent ease of use. Pneumatic controls respond far more quickly than manual ones, increasing operator safety through immediate start/stop control of the blast stream. The „fail-to-safe“ feature of control handle release ensures that, should the operator drop the blast hose or encounter any other problems, the blast stream stops immediately. An optional Abrasive Cutoff Switch can be added to control the media flow at the handle, allowing for an air-only blowoff stream for cleanup.
Sizing the blast hose begins with the nozzle
Clemco offers two tiers of blast hose quality: premium and ultimate. Regardless of choice, both hose types are built with highly resistant inner lining, carbon-impregnated anti-static layers and high-durability outer wraps to guarantee a long life.
Couplings are sized to provide a consistent inner diameter along the blast hose, allowing maximum airflow
Clemco offers an extensive range of different sizes and styles of blast nozzle holders and couplings for quick and simple replacement. Proprietary seals prevent pressure loss and turbulence at the connection, and specialized inner tooling prevents slippage from the hose, making protection and airflow assured. All seals, like the hose, are electrically conductive to prevent static shock.
The couplings and nozzle holders are made of high-quality, durable materials such as nylon, brass and aluminum, to guarantee peak levels of functionality and safety. These components are designed to function in any condition on any job site.
A wide range of nozzle liners and jackets to suit every application and environment
Clemco’s engineers consistently pursue one objective in the development of blast nozzles: greater performance with a minimum of wear. Correspondingly, Clemco blast nozzles come in a wide variety of different liners and nozzle jackets to suit any application and abrasive media. Each nozzle type has been formulated for a specific area of blast application, and the components and construction of each nozzle reflect this specificity. The available air volume, size of the workpiece, abrasive type and required surface profile all factor in critically to the proper nozzle selection.
Clemco injector technology provides robust blast pressure despite low air consumption through finely-tuned components assembled with skillful technical knowledge. The injector blast equipment offers considerable surface coverage and long-lasting power, while keeping the operation highly mobile and as simple as possible.
Injector blast technology provides maximum power despite low air volume. It is this principle upon which Clemco brand injector blast systems are designed
Injector blast systems use the siphon principle, rather than pressurized air, to move the abrasive media. The compressed air is mixed with the abrasive inside the injector gun and accelerated through the nozzle via the expansive Venturi effect, achieved by precise constriction of airflow before the nozzle. By optimizing the dimensions of the injector gun, Clemco has succeeded in producing a high-powered blast product that consumes a minimal amount of compressed air.
The robust, durable and low-maintenance injector systems from Clemco are among the best, most competitively-priced solutions on the market. They are well-suited to the following applications:
Thanks to a hardy and compact system design, the lightweight injector blast pistol can be easily moved, easily set up, and easily used. It is the ideal tool for mobile applications and touch up work.
Complete protection, complete comfort
The first priority is operator safety with proper sandblasting clothing. Clemco CE-approved accessories protect the blast operator from excessive heat, cold, dust and noise; all irritants and safety risks are addressed. Protection in tandem with comfort is the focus of Clemco safety products, and when Clemco equipment is used with the proper accessories, the blaster can safely and comfortably concentrate on his work, achieving the highest level of productivity.
a comprehensive protection system for total safety
Abrasive blasting carries with it a risk of injury. Reliable safety equipment is therefore indispensable. Clemco has developed one of the highest-quality protective systems available to provide comfortable conditions in the blast environment and total safety for the operator.
Operators need ultimate protection and comfort to be able to work effectively, quickly and profitably
Clemco‘s CE-approved blast suits are proof positive that protection and comfort are not mutually exclusive in blasting. Many details of the blast suit are incorporated for greater safety, without compromising mobility, breathability and basic comfort. The classic Clemco blast suit is made of durable, soft cotton, equipped with high-quality leather inserts. These inserts are concealed in the stitching of the suit at key impact points on the torso and limbs to protect against abrasive rebound. User-friendly fasteners and velcro strips guard against the entry of dust and contaminants.
Comparable to a motorycyle helmet in both fit and form, the abrasive helmet protects the operator’s head completely while delivering clean air during blasting
Clemco blast helmets comply with all international requirements and are CE-approved and certified. Another CE-approved feature is the nylon or leather cape attachment, which protects the upper body against rebounding abrasive. Fresh air is supplied via a CE-approved breathing hose. A chinstrap keeps the helmet level with the eyes and maintains position regardless of movement. The multiple safety lenses, scratchproof and highly durable, are fixed in layers within the lens frame and can be easily replaced.
With a simple exhaust valve and easy-to-replace filter cartridge, the CPF unit provides clean, fresh air to the operator indefinitely
The filter cartridge cleans oil, water, dust and other heavy contaminants from the compressed air supply through different stages of filter media. These stages, comprised of different levels of activated alumina and charcoal, filter incoming air to a quality superior to the standard set internationally.
The easy-to-handle CPF air filter can be deployed for mobile or stationary use and can filter air for up to four operators simultaneously. Painted safety orange, the cartridge is clearly visible on a work site.
If the carbon monoxide sensor detects a PPM content of more than 10 in the incoming air, the CO sensor immediately issues visual and acoustic alarms to alert the operator to the danger
The CMS carbon monoxide alarm monitors air quality and triggers an immediate alarm if the concentration of CO in the air rises above the designated limit. A loud auditory signal plus a red visual light warn the operator immediately. Designed for regular, daily use, the sensor is contained in a highly durable plastic housing for a long lifetime. Sensor life, under normal conditions, will last up to 5 years.
Compressor-supplied breathing air can vary according to the local climate, quickly becoming uncomfortable and impairing productivity
Incoming air, heated by compression, can be cooled up to 16°C by a Clemco air conditioning unit, keeping the operator comfortable hot climates. The Clemco air conditioner is an indispensable safety accessory, particularly in enclosed blast environments and warmer weather.
Through proprietary technology, the air conditioning unit continuously regulates the temperature of incoming air so that the operator has a consistent level of comfort. The unit can be adjusted to either cool or heat the incoming air in order to provide maximum comfort regardless of ambient temperature. These controls have been CE-certified, NIOSH approved and fulfill worldwide safety requirements.
Optimal blasting in difficult-to-access areas
Pipe interiors are awkward to access, while demanding a high degree of surface cleanliness prior to coating. Clemco‘s pipe-blast tools combine total coverage of pipe interiors with precise and efficient performance. Clemco has devoted years to refining the technology of inner pipe blasting and draws on this experience to deliver the highest-performing pipe tools available.
High standards in pipe blasting and coating call for high quality tools to do the job
Pipes connect our world. Their applications are manifold: as transport piping in the energy sector, in the industrial sector, or as construction elements. Modern coatings protect pipes sustainably against corrosion, but exert high demands on the preparation of the substrate.
Clemco internal pipe blasting equipment quickly, effectively and reliably removes corrosion, dust and other residue from inaccessible areas inside piping. The operation is simple: a blast hose is fitted with a pipe tool, and the tool is withdrawn from one end of the pipe to the other. Clemco‘s proprietary blast technology applies an even, 360° blasting stream to the inner wall, leaving a consistent blast pattern ready for any coating.
Selecting the proper pipe tool requires sizing the pipe accurately. Smaller inner pipe diameters up to 300 mm are best treated with a Holloblast or Holloblast jr tool, which utilize a deflection tip to create the 360° blast pattern. For pipes with inner dimensions greater than 304 mm, Clemco recommends a Spinblast tool, which uses a rotating blast head to deliver a high-impact, consistent blast finish. Clemco pipe tools can be used on pipe interiors up to 1500 mm in diameter.
The rotating blast head is actuated by either a compressed air inlet or a separate air motor. When blasting larger diameter pipes, or blasting a large volume of pipe, Clemco recommends using an air motor powered pipe tool, which delivers the perfect balance between reliable precision, durability and high-volume blasting.
Operators need ultimate protection and comfort to be able to work effectively, quickly and profitably
All internal pipe tools are sold with centering equipment, which is easily adjustable to the appropriate internal dimensions to adjust to the relevant pipe dimensions.
Containment and control for specialized projects
Clemco dust control systems with closed-circuit can be used to blast virtually anywhere. No elaborate containment or housing is needed. A closed-circuit blast system emits no abrasive particulate or dust and consumes a minimum amount of energy while maintaining the blast stream in a contained, safe pattern.
Clemco offers multiple solutions for open blasting with a minimum of dust production and environmental impact
The closed-circuit and dust control systems from Clemco enables flexible blasting in many different outdoor and indoor locations, with minimal dust escape. Dust control equipment offers a closed-loop system that delivers abrasive to the surface while simultaneously recovering and reclaiming it and preventing dust egress. Different blast heads can be used to conform to different shapes and surface patterns, all while keeping the surrounding environment free of dust pollution.
Wet-blast control systems keep abrasive dust to the absolute minimum
Clemco‘s wetblast injector system acts as a dust control screen, trapping excess dust in a curtain of water without sacrificing any blast stream impact.
The injected water maintains a 360° controlled curtain of water to trap dust, while enabling the blast stream to clean surfaces quickly and effectively.
The wetblast injection system has widespread applicability, and can be used in any environment in which excess abrasive dust is a concern. The injection of water into the blast stream improves blast visibility, helps coating adhesion, and removes the need for blast containment.
