Switching Over Cleaning with a Peening Machine

Author:  Kumar Balan, Product Engineer, Norican Group
Source:  The Shot Peener magazine, Vol 23 / Issue 4, Fall 2009
Doc ID:  2009035
Year of Publication:  2009
Abstract:  
In part two of a two-part series, learn how using a peening machine for blast cleaning and special applications can give you a competitive advantage over other blast cleaning shops In my last article, I reviewed the requirements of a shot peening system: Monitor and control media velocity (air pressure or wheel speed), classify shot size and shape (rounds versus non-rounds) and monitor media flow rate. In addition, some aerospace applications need real-time information about the process with alarms and shut-down capabilities when process parameters stray outside of set limits. As a result, the peening process can be expected to deliver intensity within the specified range and the required percentage of coverage on the part on a consistent and repeatable basis.