Based in South Africa, Total Blasting operates as a specialized provider of high-pressure water jetting and industrial surface preparation solutions. Since its establishment in 2006, the company has concentrated on supplying equipment and technical expertise to heavy industries across the African continent. While its operations span sectors such as mining, petrochemicals, and power generation, it maintains a significant and distinct presence within the maritime and offshore oil and gas industries. The company functions primarily as a supplier and rental provider of advanced cleaning technology, supporting maintenance crews and shipyards in managing the integrity of marine assets.
In the maritime sector, Total Blasting addresses the critical need for hull maintenance and corrosion control. The company utilizes Ultra High Pressure (UHP) water jetting technology as a primary method for removing marine growth, barnacles, and failing coatings from ship hulls. Unlike traditional abrasive grit blasting, which generates significant waste and dust, the water-based solutions employed by the company allow for cleaner operations that are often preferred in environmentally sensitive port environments. These systems are capable of operating at pressures up to 2,800 bar, providing the force necessary to strip decks and superstructures back to the original substrate without damaging the underlying steel.
For the offshore energy sector, the company provides specialized rig-safe equipment designed to meet the stringent safety standards of volatile marine environments. Its operations extend to the maintenance of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) units and drilling rigs, where spark-free solutions are mandatory. A key area of expertise involves drill pipe cleaning, where automated machinery and high-pressure pumps are used to clear solidified drilling mud from the internals of pipes, ensuring they remain operational. Furthermore, Total Blasting offers cold cutting services, a technique that uses abrasive water jets to cut through metal structures in explosive atmospheres without generating heat or flames, a vital capability for offshore demolition and repair projects.
Through its headquarters in Johannesburg, the company supports a wide network of clients, delivering both manual lancing equipment and automated solutions like magnetic crawlers that adhere to vertical ship surfaces. By focusing on the removal of coatings, rubber, and industrial residues, Total Blasting plays a central role in extending the lifespan of vessels and offshore infrastructure throughout the region.
