posted April 09, 2016 09:17 AM
there was a major flood in the factory where this product is made. They've been out of production nearly a year. They project May as when product might become available once more. I have tried several other brands this year and have not been pleased with the results of the others.
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posted April 09, 2016 08:55 PM
Does it have to be 15"?
I have some sand blast mask at the shop, but I'm not sure exactly what it is, but it's 24". I can check tomorrow.
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posted April 09, 2016 11:12 PM
you're a more powerful blaster than me mr sacks...hahaaa my range is about 40-50...I've not blasted much wood...lots of carving. Blumberg sends me all your e-mail..thanks
posted April 11, 2016 11:00 AM
I have a 15 inch punched roll of Hartco high tack you can have for the cost of the freight. I do not care for Hartco at all. It's quite old but I peeled some back and it came off the paper backer and was still very tacky. It's dated 1999.
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posted April 11, 2016 12:24 PM
it's interesting that Hartco mask is not well liked by some ...I've been using it since the early 80's without any problems. jeff, bill said sell you one of ours. it's here right now... 15" 10yds roll
posted April 11, 2016 02:59 PM
Yes, my supplier informed me of the Anchor facility flood. Thanks for all the help. I am going to give Hartco a try and do a test blast at 40-50? correct?
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posted April 11, 2016 11:52 PM
Have used Hartco s425s on wood and 18# hdu for many years...in fact a new roll just came in today...the only problem I've ever had has been a little stencil lift at times...if that occurs I stop and simple staple down the lifted up edge using a $1 stapler from Walmart...I do have to tear off the bottom jaw of the stapler to make it work for this purpose...simple and works well.
posted April 14, 2016 10:44 AM
Thanks everyone. Did a test blast, seems fine. Just got to make sure surface is super clean and blast it a little lighter. We'll see how the signs turn out.
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posted April 15, 2016 11:54 AM
I needed some #155 but they still aren't producing any so I ordered some Hartco . Havent used any of that in awhile but the job cant wait.
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posted April 18, 2016 03:29 PM
So the job turned out great. The company that does my blasting backed off the distance and only one little area lifted but not noticeable. Looks like I will be using Hartco for awhile. So Dave Sherby, I will be in touch on the roll when I get a chance. Thanks!
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