Technology Centers

UK SURFACE TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

If you would like to carry out a pilot production run using different surface preparation equipment and abrasives, or if you'd like demonstrations of wheelblast, airblast, wetblast, vibratory finishing, washing or ultrasonic equipment, visit the Wheelabrator Group Surface Technology Centre

Situated close to the M6, this unique facility includes working examples of the Wheelabrator Group's latest peening, finishing, cleaning and washing equipment. A permanent team of technicians is available and you can now test various techniques on your components.

Put our equipment to the test!
Find the right technology and abrasive for you.

To arrange a visit, or for further information, please contact your local Wheelabrator Group representative or call +44 (0) 121 326 6481 today.

LAGRANGE GEORGIA (USA) TECHNICAL CENTER

Representing one of the first technical centers of its kind in North America, the Wheelabrator Technical Center, located in LaGrange Georgia, is a cornerstone of Wheelabrator Equipment and Wheelabrator Parts research and design. The facility replicates a variety of wheelblasting environments using twenty-two, dedicated pieces of equipment in order that customers better understand their blasting options and the results of the various blasting methods. Additionally, a CNC programmable demonstration machine increases the number of blasting conditions that can be replicated within the facility. Some of the blasting methods that can be simulated within the 150,000 sq. foot LaGrange Technical Center include:

To arrange a visit, or for more information, contact a Wheelabrator representative at: 800-544-4144 or 706-884-6884.

Or click here to download a brochure that discusses the capabilities of the LaGrange, Georgia demonstration facility.

FRANCE'S MASS FINISHING TECHNOLOGY CENTER

If you have new or old components to clean or renew, come see what we can do with our surface preparation technology. You'll be impressed with the finished output.

Visit our vibratory finishing center in Mennecy, located just south of Paris, where you can try our equipment and learn how they function. Here, we can demonstrate our technical knowledge and help you achieve the results you're seeking.

Our focus is your satisfaction. Our team of experts looks forward to offering the most relevant solution to your surface preparation needs.

To arrange a visit, please call us at +33 (0) 164570541 or contact us by email at contact@wheelabratorgroup.fr

CENTER FOR SURFACE PREPARATION TECHNOLOGY IN GERMANY

If you are interested in testing what our different surface preparation equipment and abrasives can do for you, or if you are looking for information on airblast, wheelblast or shot peening techniques, please visit Wheelabrator Group’s Center for Surface Preparation Technology.

Located in northwest Muensterland, near the motorway A 31, this facility offers a comprehensive display of the following blast technology applications:
• Cleaning
• Corrosion removal
• Descaling
• Coating removal
• Deburring
• Etching
• Polishing
• Peen forming
• Shot peening
• Concrete finishing

Our highly-skilled technicians will demonstrate the surface finishing technology that’s right for you. You’ll see with your own eyes the solution to your surface preparation requirement. Come visit us - bring your components for treatment and test our capabilities!

To arrange a demonstration or for further information, please contact your local Wheelabrator Group agent or phone us directly at: +49 (0) 2556 88-0.

ZURICH TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

Following the merger with DISA, the (former DISA) technology centre in Zurich will become a Wheelabrator Technology Centre. All the surface preparation product knowledge, technology, equipment designs and parts will still be available - they will just have a different badge. To find out more about the surface preparation solutions from Zurich, please visit the DISA website at www.disagroup.com.

The engineers from Zurich are now working with their new Wheelabrator colleagues to share knowledge and technology, in order to provide you with the best surface preparation solution for your application. Our shared aim is to reduce your cost per part produced. Watch this space for new innovations and product offerings.