10 Surface Preparation Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for surface preparations as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 surface preparation manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked surface preparation companies as of April, 2024: 1.SINTO AMERICA, INC., 2.Midwest Finishing Systems, Inc., 3.KNUTH Machine Tools USA, Inc.
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What Is a Surface Preparation?
Surface preparation is a general term used to describe the process of cleaning the surface to be coated by removing black marks, rust, and dirt from the surface of iron parts, and the degree to which the surface has been cleaned and adjusted.
Blackened skin, rust, and adhered dirt on steel surfaces are removed using wire brushes, disk sanders, blasting, and other methods. The extent of removal depends on the method and tools employed, and the degree of removal is indicated by an index ranging from Type 1 to Type 4 surface preparation.
Purposes of Surface Preparations
There are two purposes for surface preparations. The first is to adjust the surface to be painted, and the second is to improve the adhesion of the paint.
- Preparation of Painted Surfaces
Before applying the paint, black film (two black spots generated when steel is heated), rust, salt, moisture, dust, and other adhering matter are removed as much as possible to ensure the paint film adheres firmly to the surface to be coated. - Improvement of Paint Adhesion
To improve the adhesion of the paint film, the surface to be coated is made uneven. The uneven surface (anchor pattern) increases the surface area compared to a smooth surface, allowing the paint to penetrate into the micro-unevenness of the surface to fix the paint film and make it difficult to peel off. This method is called the anchor effect.
How to Select Surface Preparations
There are four types of surface preparation, each of which requires a different level of precision and tools.
- Type 1 Surface Preparation
Surface condition: All black film, rust, and stains are completely removed, and 95% of the surface area is free of any obvious residual material.
Treatment method: Shot blasting, sandblasting, etc. - Type 2 Surface Preparation
Surface Condition: Completely removed from the surface, leaving the completely adhering black skin, rust, and stains, with at least 2/3 of the surface area free of distinct residuals.
Treatment method: Applied with a disk sander, wire wheel, grinder, etc. - Type 3 Surface Preparation
Surface Condition: Rust, old paint film, and stains are removed, and the surface has a faint metallic luster.
Treatment method: Wire brush, scraper, etc. - Type 4 Surface Preparation
Surface condition: Rust and dirt are removed, leaving an active film (a coating film that still adheres to the substrate and functions as a protective film even if the aesthetics of the coating film are compromised).
Treatment method: Wire brush, scraper, etc.
The degree of surface preparations by surface preparations are general term and is not defined by any standard, but the following is a comparison of the degree of surface preparations by surface preparations and other standards) and SIS (Svenska Standard SIS 05 5900 Swedish Standard).
Surface preparations for Type 1: Sa3/Sa2 in ISO and SIS, SP-5/SP-10 in SSPC.
Surface preparations for Type 2: St3 in ISO and SIS, SP-3 in SSPC.
Surface preparations 3, St2 in ISO and SIS, SP-3 in SSPC
No equivalent for Type 4 surface preparations
List of 10 Surface Preparation Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Manufacturer Overview
3M Company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota. 3M provides diversified technology services globally. 3M operates through four segments: Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Health Care, and Consumer. The Safety and Industrial segment offerings include industrial abrasives, masking, and natural and color-coated mineral granules for shingles. The Transportation and Electronics segment offerings include ceramic solutions, light management films, and electronics assembly solutions. The Healthcare segment offerings include wound care, dentistry and orthodontia solutions, and filtration and purification systems. The Consumer segment offerings include consumer bandages, picture hanging, and stationery products.
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SINTO AMERICA, INC.
Drum Blast Machines
Manufacturer Overview
Sinto America, Grand Ledge, MI, in 1964 is a manufacturer of machines for surface treatment, Foundry and Sand Processing Applications. Their product portfolio includes Drum Blast Machines, Spinner Hanger Machines, DZB Dual-Chamber Satellite and Table Blast Machines. The company provides services such as Material Handling Equipment & Services, Building & Installation, Engineering Services and Surface Treatment and Contract Peening Services. The company serves markets including Medical and Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer Goods, Industrial Manufacturing and Construction and Building.
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Midwest Finishing Systems, Inc.
abrasive blasting equipment
Company Overview
Midwest Finishing Systems, Inc. established in 1991 and is based in Hartland, Wisconsin is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial finishing systems and powder coating equipment. The company’s product portfolio includes powder coating systems, pretreatment washers, dry-off and cure ovens, environmental rooms, coat-n-cure systems, and turnkey finishing solutions. The industrial finishing systems and powder coating equipment are designed for enduring worth and maximized return on investment. The products are used in various industries such as metal fabrication, automotive, aerospace, and furniture. It is also engineered for energy efficiency and environmental compliance.
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Empire Abrasives
Wire Wheels & Brushes
Distributor Overview
Empire Abrasives is an American distributor of industrial abrasives that was established in 2012 in Long Island, New York. The company’s product includes various branded sanding discs and belts, flap wheels, saw blades, and wire brushes. The company offers free shipping within the continental United States for orders above $250, as well as customer service and contract manufacturing of sanding belts for customers who commission mockups or design concepts for niche uses. Empire Abrasives serves the woodworking, metalworking, and building projects of both individual customers (i.e. DIYers) and clients in various industries, including construction, energy, and automotives.
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TUNGALOY CORPORATION
Surface Preparation
Manufacturer Overview
Tungaloy Corporation, established in 1934 and headquartered in Fukushima, Japan, is a manufacturer of metal cutting tools and industrial products. The company's product line includes turning, milling, and drilling tools with various dimensions. It also provides various resources such as machining calculator tools, tool navigators, and insert selection guides. Its products are designed to maximize the amount of metal being removed from parts. The company holds several certifications, including ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001. It serves various industries, including automobile, construction, aerospace, and medical.
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KNUTH Machine Tools USA, Inc
Belt/Disk Sanders
Manufacturer Overview
KNUTH Machine Tools USA is the American subsidiary of Knuth, originally founded in 1928. The American subsidiary is headquartered in Lincolnshire, Illinois. The company is a manufacturer of industrial machinery and accessories. The company has an extensive product listing including lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, drilling machines, as well as several others. The company’s accessories include consumables for EDM and cutting machines, machining tools, and machine accessories. The company also offers start-up services, maintenance services, repair, and spare parts services.
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Scanmaskin Sverige AB
Shot blasters
Manufacturer Overview
Scanmaskin Sverige AB, founded in 1975 in Sweden, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in floor grinding, surface finishing, and polishing equipment. The company’s product portfolio includes machines and tools for floor grinding, surface finishing and polishing such as floor grinders, industrial vacuums, strippers, shot blasters, and more. Scanmaskin is ISO 9001 & 14001 certified and serves a global market through offices in Finland, the USA, and resellers across the globe.
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Made in USA Tools
Pneumatic Disc Sander
Company Overview
Made in USA Tools is a distributor of tools and equipment, founded in 2020 and headquartered in San Diego, California. Some of its products offered are hand tools, power tools, air tools, automotive tools, and woodworking tools. These products are used for various projects such as construction, repair, maintenance, and DIY. All of its tools are directly drop-shipped from the manufacturer to customers, eradicating inventory holding, re-packaging, and extra shipping costs.
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LEONARD SODA BLASTING
Soda blasting
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BlastOne International
HANDY-MAN 1.5 CUFT BLAST MACHINE
Distributor Overview
BlastOne International, a division of the UniBlast Group of Companies established in 1975 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA is a supplier of blasting, abrasive, coating, finishing and equipment rental with additional locations in USA, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Australia. The company's product range comprises blasting equipment, abrasives media, rental & site equipment, painting equipment, and inspection instruments. The company's client base is in the heavy industry including pipelines, chemical and power plants, steel fabricators, waste water plants, and shipyards/marine.
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Surface Preparation Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of April 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | SINTO AMERICA, INC. |
18.2%
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| 2 | Midwest Finishing Systems, Inc. |
18.2%
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| 3 | KNUTH Machine Tools USA, Inc |
18.2%
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| 4 | Scanmaskin Sverige AB |
18.2%
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| 5 | Empire Abrasives |
9.1%
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| 6 | TUNGALOY CORPORATION |
9.1%
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| 7 | 3M |
9.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the surface preparation page as of April 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
- Midwest Finishing Systems, Inc.: 1991 (33 years ago)
- LEONARD SODA BLASTING: 1989 (35 years ago)
- SINTO AMERICA, INC.: 1964 (60 years ago)
Company with a History
- SINTO AMERICA, INC.: 1964 (60 years ago)
- BlastOne International: 1964 (60 years ago)
- LEONARD SODA BLASTING: 1989 (35 years ago)
Surface Preparation Manufacturers in United States
*Including some distributors, etc.
Global Distribution of Surface Preparation Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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4 | 100.0% |
