Sandblast booth installation for offshore and LNG modules
Offshore and LNG module fabrication often requires surface preparation before protective coatings are applied. Double D Mechanical installs sandblast booth systems with attention to module size, dust collection, ventilation, media recovery, access clearances and the path from blasting into paint operations.
Discuss your installationBlast Envelope for Module Frames
The blast booth should allow room for fabricated modules, blast hoses, operator movement, platforms and handling equipment. Planning should account for tall braces, base frames, pipe supports and areas that are hard to reach from one side.
Dust Collection and Air Path
Blast work creates heavy dust loading, so ventilation paths, collector placement, duct routes and clean air discharge need careful layout. The system should support visibility while keeping service points reachable.
Media Recovery and Housekeeping
Floor design, reclaim equipment, hoppers, screw conveyors or manual recovery areas affect booth usability. The installation should leave room for media handling, waste collection, loader access and routine cleanup.
Connection to Paint Workflow
Blasted modules typically move to coating areas, masking stations or inspection points. Door placement, staging lanes and aisle clearance should reduce unnecessary handling between surface prep and paint.
Frequently asked questions
What information helps size a sandblast booth?
Provide module dimensions, expected handling method, blast access needs, media type, floor preferences and the desired path to the paint area.
Can media recovery equipment be added during installation?
Yes, but the booth layout needs to reserve space for reclaim equipment, collection points, access panels and maintenance clearances.
Why is visibility part of blast booth planning?
Dust collection and airflow affect how well operators can see welds, edges, braces and other surfaces during preparation.
What utilities should be reviewed?
Compressed air, power, controls, dust collector connections, lighting and any building penetrations should be reviewed before installation begins.