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PerformX. Built to cut. Priced to work.
High performance blasting garnet, backed by BlastOne.
PerformX is BlastOne’s performance-grade hard-rock almandine garnet, selected for high cutting efficiency, consistent surface profile, and practical project economics.
The numbers that matter on site.
→ High cutting efficiency
→ Consistent surface profiles
→ Low dust
→ Low silica
→ Low surface conductivity
PerformX is available across the mesh sizes and packaging contractors need, from BlastOne’s warehouse network across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and the USA.
- 30/60#
- 20/40#
- 80#
- 120#
The right abrasive for the job.
Not every project needs the premium spec. But every project needs confidence.
PerformX is built for the blasting jobs where the crew needs the abrasive to cut, profile, flow through the rig, and keep the project moving, without over-specifying for work that doesn’t demand it.
When to use PerformX:
- Projects with performance specifications
- Jobs requiring low surface conductivity
- Work where blast rate, profile consistency, and project economics all matter
When to ask us about our options:
- Open-spec jobs
- Yard work and budget-led applications
- Where the specification does not require performance-grade abrasive
The abrasive is one lever. We pull four.
The abrasive is only one part of the blast. The rest is the equipment that runs it, the operator who knows it, the rep who can set it up, and the supply plan that keeps the project moving.
Since 1975, BlastOne has built its value around the whole system. PerformX carries that thinking forward.
Four things we bring to every job:
- Abrasive selection – the right grade for the substrate, spec, and budget
- Equipment setup – half a day on site, no charge, tuned with your lead blaster
- Project economics – we run m² cost, not just bag cost
- Supply reliability – significant tonnage in APAC warehouses across Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and the USA
Don’t take our word for it. Run it
Put PerformX through your own equipment. On your substrate, against your spec, with your crew and your coating system. Judge it by what matters: cutting speed, profile, abrasive use, dust, handling, and cost per square metre.
Contact BlastOne to support the first run, gather feedback, and help compare the numbers properly.
More Information on VertiDrive
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer jobsite demonstrations?
Due to supply and demand and the freight cost of shipping the robot with its container, this is typically not possible. We invite all those interested to attend our next Demo Day where we exhibit all the latest and greatest blasting innovations and can let your team get hands on the equipment and see it in action. Here is the link to our Technology Day info and calendar.What size compressor do I need?
We recommend a 1600 cfm to fully utilize all three nozzles. Smaller compressors can work, however we cannot guarantee production numbers.
Do you offer training with rental/purchase?
Yes. For first time rentals or purchase we provide training. This is a two (2) day hands-on training which covers the requisite set-up needed to achieve the production outputs. We cover the VertiDrive, blasting equipment, compressors, and air dryers. During this time, the tech support doesn’t run the robot, but oversees your team handling the controls. They are taught how to blast, start, stop, and basic trouble-shooting.
There is a fee for this training. Estimate between $5,000 – $7,500.
Can the robot blast upside down?
Yes. The VertiDrive can blast vertically, horizontally, and even upside down.How does the robot adhere to the surface?
The robot has 2 strong magnets on the underside carriage. These are earth magnets – not powered by electricity. Therefore, should you lose power to the jobsite, the robot will not detach from the wall.Is this hung by a cable?
No, it uses a safety retractable line, to protect it from falling.You can use a winch system to hold the hoses when you are blasting over 40ft high.
What happens if the robot detaches from the wall while blasting?
The robot has a proximity switch monitoring its distance from the surface… so if it comes loose, the system will shut down, preventing the nozzles from indiscriminately blasting abrasive should it swing or fall.The robot also needs to have a tie-off point, like a clamp – utilizing a safety retractable line, positioned no greater than thirty (30) feet from the working area. As the robot cleans the surface and moves to the next work area, this tie-off point should be adjusted accordingly. This distance is a safety measure and prevents the robot from swinging like a wild pendulum should it detach from the wall.
Can it drive over patches and overlaps?
The machine will drive over 5/8″ welds or laps. Greater heights can affect both the proximity sensor and magnetic adhesion.How many operators does it take to run the robot?
One worker can monitor and operate the blasting robot, we would typically recommend having another person onsite to be with the blasting equipment to ensure that all 3 nozzles stay supplied with abrasive and free airflow while blasting.You will always need to do some manual blasting, so if your bulk bot has 4 outlets you can always keep another busy doing the cutting in.
What is the daily / weekly maintenance involved?
Maintenance on the Vertidrive is very minimal, just keep the magnets clean. There is nothing to lube as it has all-sealed bearings.
Contact BlastOne
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