As with any OEM, we’re often asked what sets Gibson apart from the competition, here’s our reply…..
Experience and Legacy: With a history spanning over 80 years, Empire Abrasive Equipment, the parent company of Gibson Equipment, has a long-standing reputation in the surface finishing industry for manufacturing dependable and efficient abrasive air blast equipment. In 2012, Empire expanded to include wheel blast equipment, broadening their offerings.- Comprehensive Solutions: we offer a comprehensive suite of abrasive blasting equipment including both air and wheel blast technologies. This allows us to provide the optimal solution for a customer’s specific application. Our product range includes table blasters, hanger blast systems, tumble blasters, dual chamber spinner hangers, wire mesh belt blasters, monorail blast systems, roller conveyor blast systems, and pipe blast systems.
- Customer-Centric Approach:
- Team of Professionals: We assign a team of professionals, including a Regional Manager, Project Manager, Engineer, and local surface finishing distributor to each project.
- On-Site Meetings: We conduct on-site meetings to understand customer needs and manage the process from pre-sale through delivery.
- Two-Way Communication: We maintain open communication throughout the production cycle, providing up-front production schedules.
- Local Support: We provide local support for maintenance, consumables, spare parts, and troubleshooting through our network of regional distributors.
- Data Gathering and Evaluation: We carefully evaluate performance requirements to ensure the most efficient machine is specified for each project.
Customization and Engineering:
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- In-House Engineering: Gibson offers in-house engineering to accommodate both pre-production and in-production design modifications, including CAD models for customer review.
- Adaptability: Our systems can be customized to accommodate specific blasting needs. We work with end-users to determine the system that will meet their specific needs based on surface cleaning, profile, and production requirements.
- Demonstration Lab: We have an on-site demonstration lab where customers can test sample parts on various machines to evaluate results and confirm the right machine selection.
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- Commitment to Quality:
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- Made in the USA: Gibson is dedicated to the insourcing of components, including in-house fabrication of most machine parts, electrical components, and control panels.
- Machinery Evolution: We use modern controls and electronics in new machinery and offer the ability to upgrade those installed in the field.
- Consistent Results: Our machines are designed to deliver consistent results automatically, making them suitable for multi-shift production facilities.
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- Automated Solutions: Gibson specializes in fully automated blast systems designed for 24-hour production and easy integration into production flows, such as paint lines. This reduces labor costs associated with batch-type blasters.
Replacement Parts and Support: We provide original wheel blast parts for all our product lines, ensuring minimal machine downtime. We also offer quality aftermarket parts for other brands, such as Goff, Coyote, Pangborn, Wheelabrator, Viking, and Bronco. Our OEM parts ensure proper fit, high-quality materials, and design enhancements.- Technological Innovation: Gibson incorporates modern technologies such as robotics, IOT, and HMI digital controls into our wheel blast systems.
- Addressing Industry Needs: We are developing automated abrasive wheel blast systems for larger parts, challenging the industry standard of using air blast rooms for large parts. Our TB120 series is an example of this, offering an alternative to air blast rooms by using a large rotating table to accommodate parts up to 10 feet wide x 12 feet tall and 10,000 lbs.
These factors, combined with our focus on customer satisfaction, position Gibson Equipment as the leader in high-quality abrasive wheel blasting solutions. Contact Us today to discuss your next wheel blast project.