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Everything you need to specify, order, and apply steel abrasives with confidence — built on 25+ years of metallurgical expertise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about steel shot and grit grades, ordering, export documentation, and quality assurance from our technical team.
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Real-world results from automotive, foundry, shipyard, and aerospace customers who switched to Macloid abrasives.
Access →Abrasive Selection Guide
Choose the right shot or grit size, hardness, and shape for shot peening, descaling, surface preparation, and cleaning.
Access →Surface Profile Guide
Understand anchor profile (Rz), Sa cleanliness grades, and how abrasive media affect coating adhesion and blast results.
Access →Abrasives Glossary
Plain-language definitions of industry terms — from anchor profile and Almen intensity to work-mixing and SAE designations.
Access →Product Catalog
Download full specification sheets for steel shot, steel grit, cut wire shot, and stainless abrasive product lines.
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Our technical team will help you select the right abrasive grade for your application and process. Request a quote or talk to an expert today.