So far our workshop is shaping up nicely. With 800 square feet of floor space, 12-foot-high ceilings to allow plenty of lift clearance and wiring for both 110 and 220 outlets, this workshop will soon be suited for everything from wheel alignments to transmission work. - One key to a functional workshop layout is the inclusion of "work-specific areas." These areas should allow for different needs based on the type of work that will be done in the space.
- For example, those who want a workshop for restoration purposes will likely want to include a blasting cabinet, which is designed for removing paint or rust on any part of a vehicle.
- Blasting cabinets range from small tabletop units to larger units that can accommodate an entire hood or car door. These cabinets are not only sealed, but also equipped with a vacuum function to keep dust particles from being released into the air.
- Depending on the type of removal to be done, one of three different materials will be used in the blasting cabinet:
- Aluminum oxide is used for removing paint from metal components that will be repainted, since it removes all surface material and reveals the bare metal. - Glass beads are used on aluminum components that need to be cleaned up but not necessarily repainted; the beads seal the surface and create a nice satin finish. - For Fiberglass components, plastic powder is used to remove old paint, but is gentle enough to prevent damaging the gel-coat base of the material. Note: Though it may seem like blasting cabinets require a substantial amount of material and power, they're actually quite efficient: most can be operated from a 110 outlet and the blast material itself is constantly being reused and is ultimately recycled many times.
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