IST (Kresco) Trailer Blast Room Installation and Service
Trailer finishing work usually starts with long frames, crossmembers, bodies and repair sections that need controlled abrasive preparation before coating. Double D Mechanical installs, relocates and services blast rooms, abrasive blast booths, media reclaim systems, booth exhaust and supporting utilities used around IST (Kresco) equipment for trailer manufacturing and refurbishment areas.
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Trailer Frame Movement
Trailer lines need enough straight approach space for long frames, dollies or material handling equipment to enter the blast area without scraping doors, seals or wall panels. Layout planning should account for tongue length, axle positions, suspension brackets, frame camber and staging space for parts waiting for coating.
- Confirm the longest trailer frame or body assembly expected in the room.
- Mark travel paths, door swing areas and any floor obstructions before equipment is set.
- Leave working space where operators need to reach crossmembers, underside edges and end frames.
Abrasive Recovery Layout
IST (Kresco) blast rooms and reclaim systems depend on floor geometry, screw or pneumatic recovery routing, media storage access and separator placement. Trailer work often drops media around long rails and pockets, so the reclaim path should be planned around where operators blast most heavily and how parts leave the room.
Exhaust And Replacement Air
Blast rooms for trailers move a large volume of dusty air. Exhaust duct routing, collector placement, make-up air and building pressure should be reviewed together so dust stays controlled and doors are not difficult to operate. Replacement air also affects operator visibility and the way dust moves along the trailer length.
Utility And Service Readiness
Before a site visit, have drawings or field measurements for the bay, roof or wall exhaust path, compressed air source, electrical panels, gas availability if heat is involved and any nearby sprinkler or fire protection equipment. Also identify access needs for filters, reclaim components, blast pot service and cleanup around the room.
Frequently asked questions
What trailer details matter before a blast room installation?
Useful details include maximum trailer length and width, frame height, handling method, expected daily flow, whether parts enter on carts or forklifts and how the blasted parts move to paint or powder areas.
Can a trailer blast room be relocated?
A relocation can be planned if the room, reclaim equipment, dust collector, ductwork and controls are documented and the receiving bay has the required clearances, utilities and exhaust route.
Why is make-up air important for trailer blasting?
Make-up air helps the exhaust system draw consistently. Without it, doors can pull hard, dust can migrate into nearby work areas and visibility inside the room can suffer.
What maintenance access should be kept clear?
Keep access to dust collector filters, reclaim drives, separator components, media loading points, blast hose routes, lighting and door hardware clear of trailer staging and stored fixtures.
How should blasting and coating areas be sequenced?
The blast room should release parts toward cleaning, masking and coating without forcing blasted steel through dirty traffic or congested forklift lanes.