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Steel Shot & Grit Materials
High-Performance Steel Abrasives for Surface Preparation, Cleaning, and Finishing
Asbury Canada supplies high-quality steel shot and steel grit abrasives designed for demanding surface preparation, cleaning, and finishing operations. These abrasives deliver consistent hardness, controlled microstructure, and reliable performance across a wide range of industrial blasting applications.
Engineered for durability and efficiency, steel shot and grit provide effective surface cleaning, scale removal, and shot peening while supporting longer abrasive life and improved process consistency.
Industrial Steel Abrasives
Asbury offers premium Ervin AMASTEEL abrasive shot and grit, known for its controlled microstructure and consistent hardness levels. These abrasives typically perform 10–15% more effectively than many competitive products, providing improved blasting efficiency and longer service life.
Standard hardness ranges include 40–51 Rockwell C, with additional hardness grades available to support different blasting requirements. These include “M” grades ranging from 47–56 RC, “L” grades ranging from 54–61 RC, and “H” grades with hardness levels of 60 RC or greater, all manufactured to recognized industry standards. Strict quality controls on void content and density ensure each abrasive particle maintains structural integrity during blasting operations, helping reduce breakdown rates and extend usable abrasive life.
Properties
Key Abrasive Performance Characteristics
Steel shot and grit are engineered to provide reliable performance in demanding blasting environments.
- Consistent hardness and microstructure
- High density for improved durability
- Long abrasive life and reduced breakdown
- Effective cleaning and surface preparation
- Uniform blasting performance
- Availability in multiple hardness grades
These properties help ensure consistent surface finishes while improving productivity in blasting operations across a wide range of industrial processes.
Product types
Steel Shot & Grit Product Types
Cast Steel Shot
Cast steel shot is widely used in abrasive blasting operations where a smooth, peened surface finish is desired. The spherical particle shape provides controlled impact energy that effectively removes scale, rust, and contaminants while minimizing surface damage.
Cast steel shot is commonly used in shot peening, surface cleaning, and preparation of metal components prior to coating or finishing.
Cast Steel Grit
Steel grit is produced by crushing cast steel shot to create angular particles designed for aggressive cleaning and surface preparation.
The sharp edges of steel grit increase cutting efficiency, making it well suited for removing heavy scale, coatings, and surface contaminants in steel fabrication, foundry cleaning, and industrial blasting applications.
Stainless Steel Shot
Stainless steel shot is used in applications where ferrous contamination must be avoided, such as stainless steel finishing, non-ferrous metal cleaning, and precision surface treatments.
The corrosion-resistant properties of stainless steel abrasives make them ideal for cleaning aluminum, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous materials.
Conditioned Cut Wire
Conditioned cut wire abrasives are produced from precision-cut wire that is rounded through conditioning processes to produce highly uniform particles.
These abrasives offer exceptional durability, consistent size distribution, and long service life, making them suitable for demanding blasting and shot peening applications.
Recycled Steel Shot & Grit
Asbury also offers recycled steel shot and grit, providing a cost-effective option for certain blasting applications while maintaining reliable abrasive performance.
Recycling services are available for spent blasting materials, helping customers reduce waste and improve sustainability in abrasive operations.
Jetmag Synthetic Olivine
Jetmag synthetic olivine is a mineral abrasive used in blasting applications requiring low dust generation, controlled cutting performance, and environmentally responsible abrasive materials.
This material is commonly used in surface preparation for industrial maintenance, shipyards, and large steel structures.
Aluminum Oxide
Aluminum oxide abrasives provide high hardness and cutting efficiency, making them well suited for precision blasting, coating removal, and surface finishing applications where aggressive abrasive action is required.
These abrasives are commonly used in metal finishing, industrial cleaning, and specialty surface preparation processes.
WHY ASBURY
Your Global Supply Partner of Steel Shot & Grit Materials
Asbury Canada supplies a wide range of steel shot, steel grit, stainless steel abrasives, and specialty blasting media, supported by reliable sourcing, technical expertise, and flexible packaging options.
In addition to supplying new abrasives, Asbury also provides recycling services for spent blasting materials, helping customers improve operational efficiency and reduce material waste.
Through consistent product quality and dependable supply, Asbury supports industrial blasting operations across manufacturing, metal fabrication, foundries, shipbuilding, and infrastructure maintenance.
Decades of Materials Expertise
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Consistency, Quality & Control
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