Best In Class USA Manufacturer of Premium Abrasive Blasting Equipment

We are a leader in wheel-blasting technology, including equipment solutions for shot blasting, shot peening, and customized engineered systems

The optimal shot-blast equipment solution starts with a discussion about your surface preparation requirements and a proposed processing method. As an original equipment manufacturer, we forge strong relationships with many premier companies. We offer short lead-times, unbiased processing recommendations and an experienced staff to assist in every phase from design to completed orders. For over 20 years, Gibson has been a trusted partner in the wheel blast equipment industry. Our 100% focus on shot-blasting solutions has made us very good at what we do.

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As we continue to grow the capabilities of our industry leading Demonstration and Parts Testing facility, we are pleased to welcome the latest addition – The Gibson WM27 Wire Mesh Belt Blaster. With the addition of this machine, we can further expand our capabilities to test customer parts allowing them to take the guess work …
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  Empire and Gibson Abrasive Equipment offer both Air-Blast and Wheel-Blast equipment solutions that meet the precise requirements of the firearm industry.  In firearm manufacturing, Abrasive Blasting is a critical process for ensuring parts are clean, well-prepared for coatings, and finished to meet both functional and aesthetic standards. Whether for cleaning, coating, or custom finishing, …
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Gibson Wheel Blast pipe blasting solutions by Empire are rugged, modular wheel blast systems that provide long-term economic advantages for the refurbishment of pipes from 1 inch through 18 inches in diameter. Watch Video Pipe blasting systems are the ideal solution for industries that benefit from repurposing used pipes, such as oil and gas, construction, …
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