Adelaide Editorial Design : AEB Capability Statement

AUSTRALIAN ENVIROBLAST PTY LTD (AEB) 

Capability Statement

2 AEB | CAPABILITY STATEMENT

About us 

Australian Enviroblast was founded in 2009 by Mark 

Chiappin with the aim of introducing environmentallyfriendly 

abrasive blasting services to Australia. 

Using the revolutionary and technologically-advanced 

Quill Falcon Precision Dustless Kwikblast System, 

the Australian Enviroblast team of trained and skilled 

operators is able to remove a wide range of coatings, 

corrosion and residues from all types of structures, 

locations and equipment, while leaving surfaces clean, 

contaminant free and thoroughly prepared for re-coating. 

We have vast experience of jobs both large and small. 

With a fleet of mobile equipment, Australian Enviroblast is 

able to carry out on-site abrasive blasting and industrial 

coating, and offers efficient, flexible and cost-effective 

solutions that deliver outstanding results on both largescale 

and more intricate, delicate jobs. Furthermore, the 

Quill Falcon Precision Dustless Kwikblast® System is 

extremely safe and requires no encapsulation, meaning 

that other trades can carry out work at the same time, 

saving both time and money. 

Australian Enviroblast is licensed by the Environmental 

Protection Agency and adheres to its high standards of 

environmental safety with regards to air quality, noise, 

water quality and waste management. The company 

has won contracts in both the public and private sectors, 

including markets such as oil, gas, shipping, construction 

and the highways. 



Key services 

01 Flexible onsite service 

Our flexible on-site abrasive blasting and 

industrial coating application means that we 

are able to meet the needs of customers 

across Adelaide and throughout Australia. 

Our large fleet of equipment allows us 

the versatility to mobilise to multiple sites 

anywhere at short notice in order to meet 

the demands of any project large or small, 

domestic, commercial, industrial or marine. 

02 Environmentally-friendly 

Wet abrasive blasting is a safe, environmentally-friendly 

and cost effective way of removing 

rust, grease, paint, stains, and other types of 

coatings, corrosion and residue from almost 

any type of surface. It is also an effective 

means of smoothing, roughing up, or reshaping 

different types of surfaces and structures, and 

can also be used to create decorative finishes 

on concrete. 

03 Range of services 

We possess the appropriate accreditation, 

quality systems and insurance to be able to 

provide dustless abrasive blasting and industrial 

coating services across a range of industries 

and sectors: 

• marine (naval, commercial, barges, 

fishing industry, private and pleasure 

vessels) 

• WWTP (waste water treatment plants 

and desalination plants) 

• transport and infrastructure (bridges and 

wharves, building restoration) 

• energy and resources (mining 

equipment, flares, storage tanks) 

• line removal, concrete repair and 

exposing aggregate (non-skid, timber, 

fibreglass, aluminium) 

• construction and restorations 



Marine abrasive blasting services 

Naval, commercial, barges, fishing Industry vessels and private vessels 

Australian Enviroblast is a specialist in abrasive blasting and protective coatings for all types of marine 

vessels, structures and equipment. Wet abrasive blasting has proven itself to be the most effective costefficient 

means of removing contaminants and marine build up from ships, boats and yachts of all types, 

as well as all kinds of marine-based structures, machinery and equipment. 

Using the Quill Falcon Kwikblast System, abrasive blasting is able successfully to remove all of the 

following from boats hulls and decking, and marine machinery and structures: 

oil 

grease 

corrosion 

soluble salts 

chloride 

sulphates 

chemicals 

old coatings 

old paint layers 

algae 

barnacles 

grime and dirt 

rust 

paint 

bitumen 

mill scale 

surface contaminants 



At Australian Enviroblast, our abrasive blasting services have successfully been employed on steel 

warships, submarines and destroyers, fibreglass mine sweepers, wooden fishing boats, aluminium 

research vessels, oil containers, LNG vessels and cargo ships. 

Abrasive blasting can be used for: 

fabric maintenance 

repainting programmes 

cleaning debris from ballast tanks 

cleaning debris from surfaces prior to welding 

removing coatings prior to NDT preparation 

cleaning debris from cable trays 

removing sea growth from steel structures 

cleaning debris from decking 

The effective removal of corrosion, especially rust, 

from the hull, propellor, motor and other surfaces 

of boats and ships is essential to preserving their 

longevity and effectiveness. Wet abrasive blasting 

enables affected surfaces to be stripped back to a 

corrosion-free base that can then be protectively 

coated. Proper preparation before protective 

coating takes place is vital because it has a 

greater effect on the performance and reliability 

of the coating more than any other factor. If the 

preparation of a surface for coating is poor, the 

ultimate performance of that coating will likewise 

be poor. 

The Quill Falcon Kwikblast System creates 

surfaces on which coatings can be successfully 

applied, which contributes significantly to the 

longevity and quality of these coatings. Abrasive 

blasting profiles the surface area in such a way 

that the coating is able effectively to anchor itself 

to the small peaks and valleys of the blasted 

surface and thus adheres better. 


Building restoration and renovation 

Heritage, industrial, commercial, retail and domestic buildings 

Abrasive blasting can be used 

for a variety of purposes in 

the restoration and renovation 

of all types of buildings and 

structures, including domestic 

and commercial premises as 

well as all types of industrial 

and manufacturing spaces. 

Using the Quill Falcon 

Kwikblast Dustless Blasting 

System, our abrasive blasting 

services are especially effective 

at removing paint from all types 

of surfaces, including brick, 

concrete, timber, ceramic tiles, 

sandstone, bluestone and 

limestone, and the walls and 

floors of all kinds of domestic, 

commercial, retail and industrial 

buildings. 

Stripping away old, existing 

layers of paint is vital before 

repainting, as it cleans away all 

residual paint layers leaving an 

extremely smooth, even finish 

that is the ideal preparation 

for repainting. Likewise, 

abrasive blasting strips away 

oil and mould stains, residue 

and corrosion from all types 

of stone and brickwork and 

restores all types of surfaces to 

pristine condition. 



01 Fire and Flood 

03 Walkways, Tiles 

02 Timber Surfaces 

04 Heritage 

Repair 

and Car Parks 

and Structures 

Restorations 

Properties that have been 

damaged by fire and flood can 

benefit from wet abrasive blasting 

as part of their remediation. 

Less labour-intensive and 

without involving any chemicals, 

damaged interiors and exteriors 

can be restored to a state where 

restoration and renovation 

can take place. Wet abrasive 

blasting can remove soot, mould, 

odours and stains, and profiles 

surfaces so that they are ready 

for repainting, plastering or 

rendering. 

Our flexible on-site wet abrasive 

blasting is an effective means 

of cleaning mould, grease, oil 

and other slippery deposits 

from paths, walkways, car parks 

and driveways in commercial 

environments. In addition, 

concrete aggregate can be 

exposed by abrasive blasting to 

create non-slip surfaces and is 

perfect for use in public spaces 

such as shopping centres, 

schools, industrial parks, and 

commercial premises. Non-slip 

surfaces can be created by wet 

abrasive blasting in a variety of 

materials and surfaces, including 

concrete, tiles and pavers. 

Although it is powerful and fastworking, 

wet abrasive blasting 

is also extremely gentle and so 

can be used on soft surfaces and 

delicate materials. This includes 

wood and timber, enabling 

stains, mould, paint and graffiti 

to be removed from all kinds of 

wooden structures and surfaces. 

Heritage buildings located 

within high-density areas are 

particularly prone to suffering 

from traffic and environmental 

pollution and degradation. 

Sandstone and bluestone, 

historically the stones used in the 

majority of Adelaide buildings, 

can become severely discoloured 

and this leads not only to a 

deterioration in appearance but 

also to the overall integrity of the 

stone as result of decay. 

However, wet abrasive blasting 

using the Quill Falcon Kwikblast 

Dustless Blasting System means 

that years of soot, grime and 

fumes build up can be removed 

quickly but without causing any 

damage to the surface. More 

gentle than sandblasting and 

other types of high pressure 

cleaning, abrasive blasting is 

ideal for use on softer stones like 

sandstone, bluestone limestone 

and masonry. 


Industrial wet abrasive blasting services 

Industrial, manufacturing and mining equipment, machinery and structures 

Abrasive blasting using the Quill Falcon Kwikblast Dustless Blasting System is the ideal process for 

prolonging the life and performance of a wide range of industrial and mining equipment, machinery 

and structures. It reduces the effects of corrosion and other forms of abrasion, caused by operating 

in extreme heat conditions, excessive wear and tear, and exposure to chemicals and other corrosive 

materials. Abrasive blasting enables affected surfaces to be effectively and efficiently stripped back to a 

corrosion free base that can then be protectively coated. 

We combine our wet abrasive blasting services with industrial coating application, which means that 

industrial machinery and equipment is protected in harsh conditions and can continue to function 

effectively and efficiently, reducing downtime as well as the need for costly repairs and replacement. 



At Australian Enviroblast (AEB), we offer onsite abrasive blasting and industrial coating services that 

include full encapsulation and waste disposal so that the work of other trades onsite is able to continue, 

while our accreditation by the EPA also means that we are able to operate in environmentally-sensitive 

areas. 

We are able to tackle jobs of all sizes, from delicate or intricate machinery, to large storage tanks, to 

earthmoving and mining equipment, and our experience and expertise means that we can guarantee 

completing all work to your satisfaction and specifications. 

Our dustless abrasive blasting services can be used to clean and preserve a large range of machinery, 

equipment and structures, including: 

plant and equipment 

buildings and bridges 

storage tanks 

process tanks 

flare towers and tanks 

industrial and mining machinery 

earthmoving equipment 

excavators, dozers and wheel loaders 

dump trucks and trailers 

pipelines 

any type of steel, brick or concrete surface 

farming machinery and equipment 


Protective coating services 

Marine, industrial, manufacturing and mining equipment 

Corrosion-resistant surface treatments are 

essential to extending the life of metal machinery 

and equipment in environments where corrosion is 

a constant threat, be it from extreme temperatures, 

moisture, chemicals or salt spray. Effectively 

treating metal surfaces in this way gives them far 

greater protection against the weather and other 

dangers. 

At Australian Enviroblast (AEB), we specialise in 

the application of industrial coatings that protect 

treated surfaces, components and equipment 

from the effects of corrosion and other forms of 

degradation, and we are able to use and apply a 

wide variety of coatings to meet your needs and 

the demands of the work environment. 



Industrial coatings improve both the appearance and longevity of equipment 

and machinery in harsh environments, and in conjunction with our wet abrasive 

blasting services, provide comprehensive protection against corrosion, 

abrasion and the impact of chemicals and weather for all types of structures 

and materials, particularly steel structures, components and machines. 

Wet abrasive blasting with the Quill Falcon Kwikblast Dustless Blasting System 

means that surfaces are prepared and profiled so that newly-applied protective 

coatings can be at their most effective, adhering better for longer. Any coating 

will ultimately fail if the surface is not properly treated and prepared, and so wet 

abrasive blasting makes sure that coatings stay in place and offer protection for 

valuable plant and machinery. 


Accreditations 

Environmental 

Protection Agency 

(EPA) certified 

Business SA/Chamber 

of Commerce and 

Industry in South 

Australia 

Akzo Nobel/ 

International coatings 

approved applicator 

PPG approved 

applicator 

Painting Contractor 

Certification Program 

(PCCP) accredited 

Denso approved 

applicator 

Valspar approved 

applicator 

Jotun approved 

applicator 



Abrasive blasting case study 

Noble Pearl, Adelaide 

The Noble Pearl, a 25.61m fishing boat, is one of fifteen vessels owned and operated by Raptis. It was 

up for its two-year survey, which involved wet abrasive blasting and re-coating both above and below the 

water line. 

The first step was to give the entire boat a pressure wash and to clean it up below the water line. We 

then undertook spot abrasive blasting in places, which involves feathering over a particular spot to clean 

out the rust. This was followed by sweep blasting, where we wave over the entire surface. 

Following abrasive blasting, we then applied new coatings to the boat. The first layer was high-build 

epoxy everywhere both above and below the water line. We then applied a polyurethane top coat above 

the water line, while below the water line received a tie coat. This was then followed by two coats of antifoul 

paint. In this process, we use two-pack industrial marine coatings. We then completed the job by 

painting in the draft and plimsoll marks. 

Overall, the job took us about 12 days to complete, with 3 - 4 workers on site at any one time. All of the 

workforce at AEB are blaster-painters who have their EWP and confined spaces tickets. 



Wet abrasive blasting is so effective on this 

type of job, and is preferred over conventional 

dry sandblasting or grit blasting, because very 

little dust is produced, and so other trades in 

the immediate vicinity are not prevented from 

working. With wet abrasive blasting, all the media 

falls within a 3 - 5m radius; with conventional 

dry blasting or media blasting, the media can 

sometimes fall as far as 20m away. 

In addition, wet abrasive blasting uses half the 

media of conventional dry sandblasting. It also 

removes salts and chlorides from a ships’s 

surface and hull more effectively, which means 

that anti-fouling paints and marine industrial 

coatings adhere to the surface better and so last 

longer. 

The process for cleaning a boat like the Noble 

Pearl is also different when you utilise wet 

abrasive blasting as opposed to dry grit blasting. 

Dry blasting would involve washing the boat with 

water, dry blasting, and then washing again. 

With wet abrasive blasting, the ship is blasted 

first, followed by a pressure wash, then marine 

industrial coatings are applied. 

This means that the surface is cleaner with 

salts and chloride having been removed more 

effectively, saving time and money in the process. 

This also means that coatings and anti-foul paint 

adhere better and so do a more effective job for 

longer. 

Water in the job was used at the rate of 0.5 litres 

per minute, so in a day’s blasting we would expect 

to use between 200 - 250 litres. 


Australian Enviroblast Pty Ltd 

info@australianenviroblast.com.au 

www.aeb.com.au 

tel: 0458 455668

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