Bristle Blaster® Pneumatic (SP-647-BMC)
The industry standard for grit-free blasting. Simultaneously removes corrosion and generates anchor profile.
Applications · Singapore
Spark-free, grit-free preparation in hazardous zones
ATEX-approved pneumatic Bristle Blaster® tools let corrosion repairs proceed on live units at Jurong Island, terminals and tank farms under the site permit-to-work, without a blast crew or a shutdown.
The problem on site
Why this is done grit-free in Singapore
On a zoned unit the limiting factor is what the permit will allow. Grinding discs and grit blasting introduce ignition and containment problems that push the work into the next turnaround, and in the meantime the corrosion continues.
The pneumatic Bristle Blaster® is available in ATEX-approved versions for use in explosive atmospheres. It is air-driven, generates no open spark or grit cloud, and removes rust to a coating-ready standard. Flakecoat supplies the tool certificates, method statement and risk assessment for the permit, and our crews are inducted with Singapore’s major operators.
For the specification
Typical figures
ATEXApproved pneumatic modelsFor explosive atmospheres
Air-drivenNo electrics on the toolSite air or compressor
0Grit cloudNo containment enclosure
PTWDocumentation suppliedCertificates, MS, RA
How it is done
Method, step by step
Step 1
Speak to an engineer
Step 2
Pneumatic tool
Step 3
Accessories
Step 4
Systems
Permit
Method statement & certificatesWe supply the ATEX tool documentation, method statement and risk assessment for your permit-to-work review.
Prepare
ATEX Bristle Blaster® pneumaticRust and old coating removed to a cleanliness comparable to Sa 2½ with a 65–85 µm profile, in place.
Extract
Protective hood with suctionOptional extraction hoods where dust control is specified.
Coat
Repair systemStripe and full coat applied the same shift; records issued for the inspector.
Tools & consumables
Tools and systems used
Bristle Blaster® Ultimate Cordless (SB-701-BMC)
Mobile performance with safety switch for difficult access. Powered by the Cordless Alliance System (CAS).
Bristle Blaster® Electric 900W
High-power 910W electric drive with dead-man switch. Ideal for continuous workshop use and production.
Bristle Blaster® Axial (SDB-601-BMC)
Engineered to remove corrosion in areas difficult to access such as door rabbets and roof joints.
Bristle Blaster® Ultimate Double
High-power double belt system treating up to 3m²/h per operator. Includes safety switch.
Bristle Blaster® Underwater (Cleantech)
Water hydraulic driven unit for subsea surface preparation grades comparable with Sa 2.5.
The Prepper Q4 (Quattro)
Wide surface grit-free technology up to 4x faster than conventional blasting.
Bristle Blaster® Ultimate Pneumatic Set — Double (SP-801-W-BMC)
Take surface preparation to the next level with the Bristle Blaster® Ultimate Pneumatic Set – Double. This provides a working...
Where it applies
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Questions
Common questions
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Is the Bristle Blaster® certified for Zone 1 / Zone 2?
ATEX-approved pneumatic versions are available; the certificate states the zone and gas group. We supply it with the quotation so your safety team can check it against the area classification.
Does the tool still need a hot-work permit?
That is the site owner’s call. The tool has no open flame or electric motor, but most operators still run it under a permit-to-work with a specific risk assessment; we prepare the documents.
Can you mobilise at short notice for a live-plant repair?
Tools and consumables are stocked in Tuas and crews hold current inductions for the main sites; contact us with the location and scope.
Send us the scope for a quotation within one business day
Photos, drawings or a site walk are enough to start. SGD pricing, tools and crews from Tuas.