Prep is what the UV system bonds to
Phoenix's low atmospheric corrosion means blasting here isn't about stripping heavy rust — it's about creating the clean, angular anchor profile a high-performance topcoat needs to resist adhesion loss under thermal cycling and intense UV. The topcoat gets the attention, but its service life is set by the prep underneath it.
| Coating system | Minimum prep grade | Anchor profile |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance / light atmospheric | SSPC-SP 6 | 1.5–2.5 mil |
| UV-stable polyurethane / polysiloxane | SSPC-SP 10 | 2–3 mil |
| Tank interior / immersion | SSPC-SP 5 | 2.5–4 mil |
On or near semiconductor fabs and data centers, airborne blast dust is a contamination concern, so dustless (vapor/wet) blasting or full containment is often specified over open abrasive blasting.
Who we serve around Phoenix
Steel for fab and data-center construction, mounting and support structures, manufacturing and equipment, and water-infrastructure assets across the valley.
What this means for your project
Getting the profile and cleanliness right is what makes a UV system last in the desert. Describe the topcoat system your project calls for and where the steel sits — a Valley blasting contractor will spec the prep to match.