VIKING BLAST SYSTEMS introduced the first DB22 drum-blast machine, a heavy-duty system that expands its portfolio of industrial shot-blasting equipment and engineered to improve productivity, reduce maintenance requirements, and deliver reliable surface cleaning performance. Designed as an alternative to conventional steel flight tumble-blast machines, Viking’s new drum-blast system addresses a common challenge associated with traditional tumble-blasting equipment: part pinching.

By eliminating the links, pins, and flights found in steel flight tumble-blast systems, Viking’s drum-blast technology reduces part pinching, minimizes wear-related maintenance, and improves overall equipment reliability. The result is a shot-blasting solution intended to help manufacturers reduce downtime, shorten cycle times, and improve operational profitability.

The DB22 drum-blast machine is designed for demanding applications where durability, consistent cleaning performance, and equipment uptime are critical. With a 22-cubic-foot drum capacity and a maximum load capacity of 5,500 pounds, the DB22 is built to accommodate substantial batches of metal components requiring abrasive blast cleaning and surface preparation.

The critical specifications include:

• Drum capacity: 22 cu.ft.
• Weight capacity: 5,500 lbs
• Work envelope: 56-in. diameter x 50-in. depth
• Drum thickness: 5/8-inch heavy-duty construction
• Blast wheel configuration: Single 50-HP or 60-HP blast wheel

These specifications make the DB22 an option for industrial manufacturers seeking a batch shot-blasting solution capable of handling demanding workloads.

For manufacturers, the design advantages can translate into several operational benefits:

• Reduced part pinching during the blasting process
• Fewer wear components compared with steel flight tumble-blast systems
• Lower maintenance requirements and associated downtime
• Improved reliability during repeated batch blasting operations
• Reduced cycle times and increased production efficiency

For operations focused on maximizing throughput while controlling equipment maintenance costs, Viking’s drum-blast technology offers a practical alternative to traditional tumble-blasting equipment.

Viking’s Drum-blast Systems are supported by the company’s SD-MAX blast wheel technology, engineered to deliver powerful abrasive blasting performance with long-lasting durability. The SD-MAX 1600 blast wheel features a quick-change design, heavy-duty construction, and efficient abrasive delivery. With available 15-in. and 16-in. wheel diameters and motor configurations ranging from 20 to 75 horsepower, the SD-MAX platform is designed to maximize abrasive throw, improve blasting efficiency, and simplify maintenance.

Combined with Viking’s heavy-duty drum construction, this blast wheel technology helps deliver the performance and reliability industrial manufacturers expect from Viking equipment.

The DB22 is part of Viking’s expanded line of industrial drum shot-blasting systems, offering multiple sizes to meet varying production requirements:

• DB600: 6-cu.ft. drum capacity; 900-lbs. weight capacity
• DB1400: 14-cu.ft. drum capacity; 3,000-lbs. weight capacity
• DB2200: 22-cu.ft. drum capacity; 5,500-lbs. weight capacity
• DB3400: 34-cu.ft. drum capacity; 7,500-lbs. weight capacity

Custom drum sizes, blast wheel configurations, and additional options are also available to accommodate specific industrial shot-blasting applications.

Learn more at www.vikingcorporation.com