ohiomike Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 I recently picked up a large sandblasting cabinet and dust collector. I have about $500 into it and am thinking about hooking it all up and doing some sb'ing on a business basis. Not so sure there is a big call for sandblasting so am doing some checking and thought of OR first to pose the question to.The interior size of this cabinet is about 24Dx40Lx24H so you can fit some substantial sized parts in it.Are there outlets locally that do sandblasting (I am in Circleville so 'locally' is relative...lol but I consider Columbus to be local....sort of))? Is there really enough of a need for sandblasting to justify?thanks, and Happy New Year to everyone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 Market yourself to fabrication shops and do some market research on pricing, undercut by a small percentage. Read up on common standardized and even industry blasting procedures (aerospace, military, depending on what is common in your service area) and be willing to broaden your scope. Find a good source for media and parts. Be professional, and be realistic with your lead times. Dont change quotes, unless they did not disclose something critical. Think long term. Peanut butter jelly time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shittygsxr Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 Spend a couple of hours blasting half of a motorcycle rim and you will give up on this idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 Sandblasting can be tedious depending on the size, amount of rust/paint and the intricacy of the piece. I don't think there is a huge market for it but I'd think you'd probably stand to make a little bit of money of this will be a part time or side job for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiomike Posted December 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 So, might take some time for a return on investment? !0 yrs back I had some 15" Chevy rims blasted. Think they charged me $10 each. Maybe I should just sell this baby..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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