Vaniman’s got a little HISTORY with fossils (see what we did there?) in the form of mobile sandblasters. Our portable, powerful little blasters have been taken all over the world and helped uncover numerous fossils.
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Category: Sandblasters
Vaniman content specifically about microabrasive sandblasters and their myriad applications for a variety of industries.
9 Surprising Things You Can Do With a Dental Sandblaster
Have you ever looked at a dental sandblaster and thought, “What else can I do with this thing?” Here at Vaniman, we know the answer to this question to be, “a lot.” In fact, micro sandblasters are used in more industries than you think.
Choosing a Micro-abrasive Sandblaster for Metal Finishing and Sandblasting
How to choose a micro sandblaster for abrasive metal finishing. Micro-abrasive sandblasters are preferred for metal finishing and surfacing applications over other post-processing methods because they are more precise, accurate, and customizable. This is accomplished by testing different blasting materials (size and type), blasting tips, and air pressures to get the desired results. Once the […]
Glass Etching at Brown Ledge Summer Camp
As an Arts & Crafts teacher at Brown Ledge Summer Camp in Vermont, I am always on the lookout for new methods for campers to create media. Once I saw David Schulte’s glass etching blog on the Vaniman website I was immediately intrigued, but had several reservations:
David Schulte Glass Etching with a Sand Blaster
Glass etching is a form of art that removes the surface layer of glass, or mirror, leaving behind a cloudy finish. There are many ways to etch glass, but only a micro abrasive sand blaster can produce the amount of detail and true depth as seen in the pictures above.
How to Use Abrasive Blasting to Remove Coatings From PCBs
This guide will help you use abrasive blasting to remove coatings from PCB’s and circuit boards. In particular, how to remove parylene remove various coatings, including conformal coating with abrasive blasting using a sandblaster. if you’re looking for something more in depth, check our Ultimate Guide to Conformal Coating Removal. STEP 1: Determine the type […]
Air Supply Connections for Blasters
Find the best way to connect a Vaniman sandblaster to the air supply. Tubing type & hardware being used dictates the best connection method.
Portable Sandblaster for Bob Carpenter’s NYC Public Library Lettering Project
Who is Bob Carpenter? Robert N. Carpenter has been sculpting and carving for over 40 years. After obtaining an Engineering degree from Syracuse University he went to Germany to study at the German State Woodcarving School in Oberammergau and subsequently at the Master School for Stone Sculpture, Carving, and Technique in Freiburg. He is the only American […]
VIDEO: How to Set Up and Operate the SandStorm Professional
Our SandStorm Professional is a powerful micro abrasive sand blasting system that was designed for an office setting. It includes a small cabinet, built in dust collection and filtration, foot pedal control, and one abrasive tank. This product, when used correctly, will decrease the blasting time of any application and produce amazing results. Here are […]
The Right Micro Etcher For Orthodontist Michael J. Erickson DDS, MS
Dr. Michael J. Erickson – Orthodontist, Erickson Orthodontics Inc. They have been around since 2004 and they specialize in Orthodontics and DentoFacial Orthopedics. The Problem As most of us know, braces are not only a pain for a patient, but without the proper tools they can be for an Orthodontist as well. When braces are assembled, […]