Benefits of Surface Preparation Services Provided by Swisswerk
If your infrastructure is at risk due to corrosion, coating failure, or inadequate bonding, Swisswerk’s surface preparation services ensure your protective systems start from a solid foundation. We utilize Monti PWA bristle blasting technology to remove rust, old coatings, and surface contaminants without abrasives. This method ensures a clean, profiled surface while avoiding damage to underlying metal, making it suitable for both onshore and offshore applications.
Our solutions help you:
- Extend the lifespan of critical assets by ensuring proper surface adhesion
- Reduce downtime by enabling faster, more effective maintenance cycles
- Ensure safe application in sensitive environments with eco-friendly tools
- Improve coating durability with precision surface profiling and contaminant removal
High-Precision Surface Profiling
Our process consistently achieves surface roughness values of Rz 65–85 µm, creating ideal anchor profiles for the adhesion of wraps, coatings, or composite repair materials.
Confined Space & Remote Access Ready
Our portable tools and trained teams are equipped to operate in difficult-to-access areas including subsea pipelines, tank interiors, and platform structures, supporting fast turnaround without the need for heavy infrastructure.
Dust-Controlled & Eco-Friendly Operation
Bristle blasting eliminates the need for abrasive media, significantly reducing environmental impact and eliminating secondary waste, while improving on-site safety and cleanliness.
Coating Adhesion Assurance
Our surface preparation ensures maximum bonding strength for subsequent applications such as:
- Corrosion prevention adhesive wraps
- Mechanical protection wraps
- Internal pipeline coatings
- Composite structural reinforcement
Applications Covered
- Offshore platforms (topside structures, risers, deck supports)
- Subsea pipelines and risers
- Storage tanks (external and internal surfaces)
- FPSO hulls and marine support vessels
- Processing units, pipe racks, and steel beams
- Buried pipelines and transmission infrastructure
High-Performance Methods That Drive Reliability
Precision Surface Preparation
Abrasive-free bristle blasting achieves Sa 2.5–Sa 3 equivalent cleanliness with surface profiles up to Rz 85 µm for optimal adhesion.
Composite Repair Systems
Carbon fiber and fiberglass-based systems restore mechanical integrity in pressure-bearing and structural components.
Advanced Coating Application
We apply temperature- and chemically-resistant coatings via brush, spray, or trowel to protect internal and external surfaces.
Pipeline Wrapping & Sealing
Corrosion prevention and mechanical reinforcement wraps are applied with controlled overlap and adhesion protocols for full coverage and long-term protection.
Onsite Deployment & Execution
Portable, field-ready equipment and highly trained teams ensure effective application in offshore, subsea, and confined space conditions.