Shot blasting is a type of surface preparation that is limited in its usefulness, especially in comparison to the more effective shot peening finishing treatment. The “shot” in shot blasting refers to the small steel balls of various sizes that are placed into the shot blasting machine. If you have seen this method in action, […]
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3 Ways a Peened Finish Improves Equipment Life
Shot peening commercial metal can increase its lifespan dramatically. For example, spring life can increase by up to 200 percent. Because metal is used in a variety of equipment in industries such as oil and gas, by default, peening also increases the lifespan of the equipment. Why is Peening Important? Consider three ways that a […]