A UK flooring contractor had a 20,000 m² warehouse floor. The old epoxy coating was peeling off. The client needed a fast fix. They used a Concrete Floor Shot Blaster from YG Machinery. This case shows the problems and how the machine solved them.
Concrete Floor Shot Blaster Parameters
| Model | YG-270(Single) | YG550/600(Double) | YG-850(Double) | |
| Shot Blasting Wheel Diameter | 200mm | |||
| Working width | 270 mm | 550/600 mm | 800 mm | |
| Walking speed | 0.5~20 m/min | 0.5~33 m/min | ||
| Concrete surface cleaning efficiency | ≥180 m2/h | ≥400 m2/h | ≥600 m2/h | |
| Steel plate surface cleaning efficiency | 15-25 m2/h | 75-100 m2/h | 100-160 m2/h | |
| Dust connection pipe diameter | 120 mm | 150 mm | ||
| Suggest the diameter of steel balls | 1.2-1.5 mm | 1.5-1.8 mm | ||
| Steel pill consumption | 10 g/m2 | |||
| Supporting dust collector | Seven-core automatic backflush vacuum cleaner | Eight-core automatic backflush vacuum cleaner | ||
| Shot wheel motor | Power consumption | 11 kW | 11*2 kW | 15*2 kW |
| Input Current | ≤ 15 A | ≤ 22*2 A | ≤ 28*2 A | |
| Walking motor | Power consumption | 0.5 kW | 1.5 kW | |
| Input Current | 1 A | 3 A | ||
| Size (mm) | 1000*300*1100 | 1950*720/775*1400 | 1950*1020*1550 | |
| Weight | 150 kg | 570 kg | 700kg | |
| Power connection requirements | Supporting the dust collector | |||
How a Floor Shot Blasting Machine Solved UK Problems
The UK contractor faced four main problems:
- Slow prep. The old grinder cleaned only 1,200 m² per day. The project would take 12 nights.
- Weak bond. The smooth floor made the new coating peel. The client had callbacks.
- Dust. Concrete dust had silica. It was above COSHH limits. Workers needed heavy masks.
- Tight time. The warehouse opened in the day. Work was only at night and weekends.
The Concrete Floor Shot Blaster fixed these issues. It uses steel balls to hit the floor. This is called shot blasting concrete. It removes old paint, oil, and dirt. It also makes the surface rough. The rough surface helps the new coating stick. Unlike sandblasting concrete floors, it uses no loose sand. The dust goes into a vacuum. The work area stays clean.
Road Shot Blasting Machine Steps for UK Project
The same method works for road work. A road shot blasting machine can clean concrete roads and floors. Here are the steps for the UK case:
- Site check. The team measured the floor and checked the coating.
- Machine setup. They connected the machine to 400V/50Hz power. No transformer was needed.
- Shot blasting. The machine ran at 0.5–33 m/min. It cleaned 400 m²/h.
- Dust collection. The vacuum collected dust. No visible dust in the air.
- Coating test. The team applied new epoxy. Pull-off tests passed.
UK Warehouse Case Results with a Floor Shot Blasting Machine
| Metric | Old Method (Grinder) | YG Shot Blaster | Result |
| Daily cleaning area | 1,200 m² | 3,000 m² | +150% |
| Project duration | 12 nights | 7 nights | -42% |
| Coating bond | Some areas failed | All tests passed | Pass |
| Dust control | Above COSHH limits | No visible dust | Compliant |
| Workers needed | 5 | 2 | -60% |
| Surface profile | Uneven | Uniform | Better |
The concrete shot blasting machine left a uniform profile. The new coating held. The job finished on time and under budget.
Why Buy a Concrete Floor Shot Blaster
Buying the right machine is about total cost. A weak prep step causes rework. That costs more than the machine. Here is why contractors buy:
- Speed: Up to 600 m²/h on concrete.
- Bond: Rough profile for strong grip.
- Dust control: Closed system with vacuum.
- Simple power: 400V/50Hz for UK sites.
The price is a tool cost, not a waste. It pays back on the first large job. If you need a concrete shot blaster for sale, ask for a quote. Check the working width and cleaning rate. A larger unit covers more area. A smaller unit fits narrow rooms.
Get a Quote for Your Concrete Shot Blasting Machine
To get a quote, contact YG Machinery. We supply Concrete Cement Floor Shot Blaster, Mini Road Roller, Slipform Curb Machine, and other road and floor equipment. Send your project size, surface type, and country. Our team will reply fast. Let us know your needs today.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Phone/Skype】+86 13937183602
