For the last few months, more than ever before, people ask very sincerely, “how are you doing?” A global pandemic has impacted us either directly, or indirectly, in almost every corner of our lives. It’s a reasonable question. As a salesman with more than 25 years in the industry, customers call all the time who I haven’t spoken with since well before the virus invaded. The first question after so long an absence establishes that we are doing okay – physically. 

Once we’ve established that we’re surviving, and our families are “safe” – more or less - the questions turn quickly to business. More precisely, questions follow like, “have you been busy?” or “how is your business?” Abrasive blasting is certainly not immune to economic ups and downs, but this year has been very interesting, and even lucrative, for those who know the business of cleaning. Specialty cleaning processes, like abrasive blasting, provide business opportunities, and set you apart from the pack. Let’s look back at some of the more interesting and lucrative applications for abrasive blast cleaning during the pandemic.