Total Specialist Maintenance are really pleased to announce that we have become an approved contractor to work directly for Network Rail and their works delivery team which enables us to carry out works in line with our product codes in line with our RISQS accreditation. Once again, a great team effort – and another one […]
Grit Blasting: The Right Method For Your Surface Preparation Requirements?
Grit blasting is a method of abrasive blast cleaning used to prepare substrates for a wide variety of purposes. These range from general cleaning of brickwork and stone work, preparation of substrates such as concrete and steel for subsequent coatings, linings and painting works and the removal of poisonous materials such as lead-based paints. Total […]
Why Concrete Structures Deteriorate?
Concrete is a relatively durable and robust building material, but it can be severely weakened by poor manufacture or a very aggressive environment. Concrete degradation can be a cause for concern on its own, or in reinforced concrete structures it may lead to decreased protection to the steel. This in turn encourages corrosion of the […]