Kernel FAQs

• Q: Can I use glass media in my blasting equipment?

  A: Glass media can be used with virtually all standard blasting pots and equipment, however, it is always safest to check with the equipment manufacturer. It will work in Sashco’s Kernel with the standard round nozzle.

• Q: Can I use glass media in the Kernel?

  A: YES. Glass media can be run through the Kernel. Glass media may wear hoses more quickly than corn cob media, depending on use. Also be aware that glass media is more sensitive to moisture. If the glass media gets wet at all, it may not run through the Kernel correctly. So keep the media as dry as possible and be prepared to clean out the moisture trap more often.

• Q: How many people does it take to run a Kernel?

  A: It only takes one person to run the machine at a time, but, since it is physically demanding to handle a long hose under pressure, it is a good idea to have a couple of people on hand to take turns operating the machine and keeping the pot full of media.

• Q: What’s the difference between corncob and glass media? When should I use one instead of the other?

  A: Corn cob media is crushed up corn cobs. Corn cob media is effective for use on new homes that haven’t been previously coated, as well as older homes where most of the coating has eroded off. When you use the larger 20/40 grit and screen the material, it can often times be run through the Kernel again, helping save money on the amount of media needed. As long as it’s not left to sit in large amounts, it is very gentle on surrounding vegetation. If any is left to sit on plants and soil, simply be sure to thoroughly water those areas, as the cob media can soak up the moisture meant for the vegetation.

  Glass media is reclycled glass that has been crushed. Glass is effective for use in most situations but is particularly good at removing older, more stubborn coatings that are still mostly intact. Glass leaves less “felting” on the wood, which translates into labor savings. If you are particularly sensitive to mold and mildew or have upper respiratory problems (such as asthma), glass media may be the better choice, when you consider the following benefits: it is non-toxic and inert, eliminating the potential for mold and/or mildew growth, and it does not emit any crystalline silica dust like sandblasting does.