Solent-based Lymington Yacht Haven and boat-fitters, Jeremy Rogers Ltd, have joined forces to create a new environmentally friendly blasting process.
Lymington Yacht Haven has constructed a purpose-built blasting bay that ensures the waste run-off from the process is captured and properly disposed of. Similarly any airborne material produced by the process is safely contained.
Jeremy Rogers Ltd, based at the Lymington marina, has invested in a new eco blast system which removes antifoul more economically than traditional shotblasting methods. The new dustless blasting system uses modern technology that is safer than using compressed air and allows for waste material to be collected.
Marina director, Robert Wagstaff, said: “Marinas and boatyards all have the same problem of blasting taking place in the middle of a busy area.”
“By building a purpose-built bay, boats can be blasted away from neighbouring boats while we ensure we capture even more copper residue run-off and dispose of it safely,” he added.
