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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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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We are excited to exhibit at Fabtech 2024, in Orlando, FL from October 15-17.   Visit us at Booth W2891 to discover how our cutting-edge Air blast and Wheel Blast technologies can transform your manufacturing processes. Meet with our most experienced Regional Sales Managers, who are not just sales professionals but also Surface Finishing industry experts …
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  In our space of producing world-class Abrasive Wheel Blast equipment everything begins with our customer…. Abrasive Wheel Blast Automation Explained While we may have our own thoughts and extensive capabilities on what automation is, it really depends on what our customer’s definition is.  From application, to part, to production targets, the open communication on …
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