PlasmaBlast coating removal uses a plasma beam to vaporize coatings from a surface. A non-technical description is to think of PlasmaBlast as a plasma ray-gun that disintegrates coatings but preserves the surface under the coating. It may sound like science-fiction but the technology is based on proven and patented science-fact. More technically, the chemically reactive plasma beam transforms up to 60% of the coatings into harmless gases, carbon dioxide and water vapor. The rest of the coating is blown away from the surface as a dry dust.
The PlasmaBlast system treats the complete surface (cracks, crevices, profile valleys) without changing the profile or mechanical/metallurgical properties of the metal. The coating removal effect of the plasma flows like a fluid and can remove coatings covering any shape or complex geometry surface.
This tool has been designed with the safety of the operator in mind. Eliminates WASTE, VIBRATION, NOISE, OFF-GASSING / The treatment produces carbon dioxide, water vapor, and small quantities of non-toxic gases and dust. Additionally, the tool is easy to use and quick to be trained on, in comparison to some conventional methods.
PlasmaBlast has been used 300 feet above the ground on wind towers and 7 decks below on an aircraft carrier. Because the plasma beam flows like water this technology is perfect to clean the intricate threads of a coated bolt, reach down into a crack of a corroded part or remove the paint from the crease in a dent. The 34 pound, PB-7000 series are portable plasma systems for manual use or robotic implementation on industrial and military assets. The tool has been ruggedized to ensure successful operation in harsh environments.
This sealed system integrates easily into a robotic cell. No dangerous light emissions. Ideal for surface cleaning before welding. This model includes a plasma pen designed for attachment to an end effector and a serial port for digital control
Engineered to do surface preparation in tight spaces and remotes places. Proven effective 300+ feet in the air on wind turbines. Also proven to withstand use in desert, arctic and coastal environments.
Handheld operation to use at a work bench or in a lab setting. This system is easily portable across a workshop. Setup and ready to go in about a minute with no settings required. The ergonomic plasma pen weighs less than one pound
The contract extends APS’s strategic support of Naval platforms on all classes of Surface Ships, Air Craft Carriers and Submarines as well as other naval assets.