Bulk treatment processes many small parts together, but geometry affects results. Lampo-Lab trials studied scissors movement inside a basket to define uniform, repeatable shot blasting. Automate stainless steel scissors finishing while exposing all surfaces effectively throughout the cycle and maintaining uniformity across the batch. Trials used an automatic rotating-basket machine and evaluated component behaviour, basket speed, cycle times and gun arrangement. A specific stainless steel basket configuration was defined for the geometry. The combination of rotating basket, adjustable speed, processing timers and correct gun inclination produced the necessary surface exposure. Specific technical measures developed during testing remain confidential. Several scissors were treated together through a repeatable bulk process with a uniform finish. Preliminary trials verified actual part behaviour before defining the installation. Can stainless steel components be shot blasted automatically? Why adjust basket speed? Why do gun inclination and arrangement matter? Can components be tested before machine selection?
How can shot blasting of small stainless steel parts be automated?
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FAQ – Frequently asked questions
🎯 Yes, where size and geometry suit rotating-basket bulk treatment.
🎯 To adapt part movement and promote uniform exposure to the jet.
🎯 They direct the jet onto required surfaces according to component movement and geometry.
🎯 Yes. Lampo-Lab verifies results on customer samples before defining the installation.