Q & A

1) Should I chose a balanced or unbalanced wheel for my shotblast machine?

U.S.Shotblast wheel kits fit many shotblast machines from the major manufactures. Deciding whether to get a balanced or unbalanced wheel kit is a personal preference. U.S. Shotblast offers both. In our opinion, the balanced wheel kits will run smoother and have less wear and tear on your bearing unit. This will extend the life of the bearing unit.

2) What makes U.S. Shotblast scraper blades the best choice for your ride-on scraper machine?

U.S. Shotblast produces high quality scraper blades because we use a high carbon content steel which provides our blades with one of the highest Rockwell ratings available. This produces more strength and a longer edge-life in our scraper blades. U.S. Shotblast scraper blades fit most brands of the following machines: ride-on electric scraper machines, ride-on propane scraper machines, and ride-on battery powered scraper machines.

3) How do I chose a style of floor scraper machine? And what type of blades do I order?

Many options are available when a job requires a floor scraper machine. Each option has advantages. Among those options are the walk-behind floor scraper, the electric floor scraper, the battery-powered floor scraper and the propane ride-on floor scraper. There are also many manufacturers to chose from including Blastrac, Terminator and National. U.S. Shotblast Parts and Service scraper blades fit all these floor scraper machines.