Scarification Is A Mechanical Process By Which The Deteriorated Or Contaminated Surface Of A Concrete Slab Or Surface Is Removed Or "Scarified". The Purpose Is To Reach A Sound Substrate Upon Which A New Flooring System Will Be Placed. Scarifying Is A More Aggressive Form Of Removal Which Allows The Removal Of Thick Mill Coatings, Overlays, Thin Set Or As Much As 1/2 Inch Removal Of Concrete In Several Passes. Wide Variety Of Scarifying Equipment That Ranges From 8 Inch, 12 Inch, & 13 Inch Wide And Powered By Electric Or Gasoline. All Models Can Be Used Dry With Dust Collector Or Wet To Control Any Airborne Dust.
Scabbling:
Scabblers Are Usually Used Prior To Shot Blasting Poor Industrial Flooring Substrates. Scabbling Is much Slower Than Shot Blasting But Ideal For Removing Patches Of Thick Flaky Coatings & Oil Contaminated Industrial Flooring.
Diamond Grinding :
Diamond Grinding - Triple Head Machines Are Used To Remove Undulations & Contamination On Industrial Flooring. Smaller Areas & Edgework Can Be Carried Out With Hand Held Grinders. Floor Grinders Have Ability To Remove Coatings, Glue And Much More, While Leaving The Surface Clean, Smooth & Ready For The Application Of Thin Mil Coating & Stains.
