Industrial Sandblasting in Los Angeles – SSPC Compliant Surface Preparation
Cali Sandblasting Solutions is a licensed, insured, and bonded industrial sandblasting contractor based in Sherman Oaks, California. We serve manufacturing facilities, refineries, water treatment plants, power infrastructure, shipyards, and heavy industrial sites throughout Los Angeles County and all of California. Our industrial sandblasting services meet SSPC surface preparation standards and comply fully with OSHA safety regulations and SCAQMD air quality requirements. Call 818-804-5105 for a free project estimate.
Industrial Sandblasting Standards We Work To
Industrial coating systems require precise surface preparation to achieve specified adhesion and service life. We prepare surfaces to the following SSPC standards based on coating system requirements:
- SSPC SP6 – Commercial Blast: Removes all visible oil, grease, dirt, rust scale, and mill scale. Suitable for standard protective coatings and primers.
- SSPC SP10 – Near-White Metal Blast: Removes at least 95% of all mill scale, rust, and coatings. Required for high-performance coatings in aggressive environments.
- SSPC SP5 – White Metal Blast: Complete removal of all visible contamination. Required for immersion service, tank interiors, and critical corrosion protection.
- SSPC SP3 – Power Tool Cleaning: For localized surface preparation when full blasting is not required.
Industrial Sandblasting Applications
- Steel tank sandblasting – exterior and interior surfaces for storage tanks, pressure vessels, and process tanks. Full OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 confined space entry protocols on all interior work.
- Structural steel – bridges, mezzanines, pipe racks, platforms, and equipment support structures
- Industrial piping – exterior rust removal and surface preparation before protective coating application
- Manufacturing equipment – coating removal and surface restoration on industrial machinery and fabricated steel components
- Concrete industrial floors – surface profiling to ICRI CSP standards for epoxy, polyurea, and industrial floor coating adhesion
- Water infrastructure – water towers, storage tanks, and distribution infrastructure surface preparation
- Power and utility structures – substations, transformers, and structural steel in utility environments
- Shipyard and marine – hull sections, deck steel, and marine structural components
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Industrial sandblasting presents significant safety and environmental considerations. Every job we run meets full OSHA and SCAQMD requirements:
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 confined space entry procedures for tank and vessel interior work
- Respiratory protection per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 for all blasting operators
- South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1147 compliance for fugitive dust control
- Full containment systems to capture blast media and debris
- Hazardous material protocols for lead-based paint abatement where applicable
Industrial Sandblasting Equipment
We operate both large trailer-mounted blast systems for high-volume industrial work and portable equipment for confined spaces, interior work, and hard-to-reach areas. Blast media selection is matched to substrate type and specified cleanliness standard – options include steel grit, steel shot, garnet, crushed glass, and specialty abrasives for specific applications.
Frequently Asked Questions – Industrial Sandblasting Los Angeles
What SSPC standard do I need for my industrial coating project?
The required SSPC standard depends on the coating system and service environment. SP6 is suitable for standard protective coatings in atmospheric service. SP10 is required for high-build epoxies and coatings in corrosive environments. SP5 is specified for immersion service, chemical exposure, and critical corrosion protection. Your coating manufacturer’s data sheet will specify the required surface preparation standard.
Can you sandblast inside a confined space like a storage tank?
Yes. We perform tank interior sandblasting under full OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 confined space entry protocols. This includes atmospheric testing, ventilation, rescue standby, permit procedures, and appropriate respiratory protection for all personnel inside the confined space.
Do you handle industrial jobs with lead-based paint?
Yes. We follow established protocols for blast removal of lead-based paint including containment, worker protection per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62, and coordination with licensed abatement disposal contractors for waste disposal. Contact us to discuss your specific project requirements.
How far do you travel for industrial sandblasting contracts?
We are based in Sherman Oaks and serve all of Los Angeles County as our primary market. We also take industrial contracts statewide throughout California for larger projects. Contact us to discuss mobilization for projects outside LA County.
Request an Industrial Sandblasting Quote
Call 818-804-5105 or email info@cali-sandblasting-solutions.com. Address: Magnolia Blvd #1, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403. We provide written project proposals for all industrial sandblasting work. Licensed, insured, and bonded.