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SnakeBite XQ – Stops Dust & Noise Complaints
SNAKEBITE XQ SAVES THE DAYLIGHT FOR AIRPORT BLASTING CONTRACTOR – LITHKO RESTORATIONS
Lithko Restorations were successful in winning a large blasting project at the Columbus Airport. The project was to sandblast (remove) the parking lines from the floor of the garage that was being converted from a rental car facility into a parking garage as part of the Airport Upgrade.
The unique challenge was – due to the proximity of the project intermingling with airport travelers, Lithko was contract-mandated to maintain noise under 90 dB at an entrance of the passenger terminal, and have no visible airborne dust beyond 50ft from where they would be working.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Minimize overall dB levels
Achieve specified surface cleanliness and roughness standards
Ability to complete original project deadlines on-time
Generate considerable savings in production costs
Increase production capacity
Reduce abrasive consumption
RESULTS
The XQ nozzle made a profitable impact on the project as the blasting crew were now able to blast longer, in better conditions for the remainder of the project. The project was completed ahead of schedule with no dust or noise complaints.
At the end of the day – the SnakeBite literally saved the daylight for the Blasters at Lithko.
“Thought it was great, a lot quieter than the others (nozzles), and had a wider pattern on it. As far as noise goes, we were allowed to blast during the day time again” – Nathan Palmer, Project Lead
“With the silencer I didn’t have to use any force, it was great.” – Anthony Smith, Technician
- Choose your nozzle to trial (Flex, XQ or Strike)
- Use on your project for 21 days If you decide to keep it, we’ll invoice you. If not, simply return it. No fees at all.
Or call us @ 1-800-999-1881 for trial details.
Experience the BENEFITS
UP TO 75% NOISE REDUCTION
UP TO 45% LESS OPERATOR FATIGUE
UP TO 4X LONGER BLAST LIFE
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THE SNAKEBITE DIFFERENCE
An entirely new operator experience. It feels different, it sounds different – and let’s face it, it looks fantastic! There is no other nozzle like it. The ultimate production tool that delivers contractors and asset owners lower noise, lower operator fatigue and improved project outcomes, ticking the box on the key challenges faced by the blasting industry today.
A SNAKEBITE NOZZLE FOR EVERY APPLICATION
LOW PRESSURE SILENCER
BlastOne’s NEW Low Pressure Silencer (LPS) give contractors with limited pressure (70-90 psi) the same benefits as our revolutionary high pressure Snakebite nozzles!
SNAKEBITE FLEX
Best for blasting in tight spaces and around obstacles like pipe, brackets and general structural steel
SNAKEBITE XQ
Best when you need a higher productivity quiet nozzle but don’t have the air to use a SnakeBite Strike
SNAKEBITE STRIKE
Best hen you need the highest productivity hand-held blast nozzle on the market and have acres of steel to blast
The SnakeBite XQ (Extra Quiet) Blast Nozzle
Comparison with Standard Nozzles
Head-to-Head Against the “Quiet” Competitor
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the reduced thrust compromise productivity compared to standard nozzles?
Productivity of the Flex is comparable with standard nozzles (same size, pressure, media) and the XQ is up to 25% more productive than standard nozzles of the same size. The reduced nozzle kick-back thrust – up to 45% – can actually increase productivity by reducing operator fatigue and enabling a high rate of productivity to continue throughout the shift…. and the #10 Strike (due to the larger orifice size) can increase hand-held blasting productivity up to 54%.
Is 1.25`` hose with a 750cfm compressor sufficient when using the SnakeBite Strike?
It depends on hose length. It is not recommended to use the Strike with a 1.25″ hose longer than 25 feet.Do I need any special equipment to get the SnakeBite noise and thrust reduction?
No, just screw the SnakeBite with the Silencer fitted into a contractor thread nozzle holder, set the pressure to 100psi and start blasting. Blasting noise will automatically be reduced by up to 16 dB and and you will immediately feel around 45% less nozzle thrust – there is nothing else you have to do.What if my nozzle isn't achieving a reduction of 16 dB?
Factors contributing to the optimal reduction in sound pollution include.- Nozzle pressure needs to be between 80-115 psi
- Blasting with lean abrasive flow increases noise
Adjusting these factors will have an effect on dB reduction.
How long will the nozzle last?
Expected wear-life for the SnakeBite is over 800 hours. This is 4x the life of a standard tungsten carbide nozzle.
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