Blast Rooms
Burwell’s blast rooms are designed to deliver efficient, high-quality surface preparation across a wide range of applications. Each blast room is custom-built to suit the specific needs of the customer, ensuring the right size, configuration and performance for the job at hand. Engineered in-house for durability, safety and ease of use, our systems can also be paired with a range of recovery solutions, with each recovery system adaptable to suit any type of blast room. The result is a reliable, fully tailored blasting solution built for consistent, long-term performance.
What makes up a blast room?
- Blast room
- Recovery & recycling system
- Dust collector
- Mechanical services (Electrical & Air)
Lighting and Handrails
Burwell blast rooms are equipped with high-quality LED lighting to provide clear visibility in all conditions, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. Proper illumination eliminates the risk of poorly lit areas, helping operators work confidently and accurately at all times.
All blast rooms also include handrails designed and installed to meet AS1657:2018 standards, including platform handrails where required. Safety is a top priority at Burwell, and these features ensure secure movement and operation throughout the blast room.
Equipment Access Doors
There are three options available for Equipment Access Doors on a Burwell Blast Room:
Option 1 — Steel Split Swing Doors
Burwell’s heavy duty hinged swing doors provide the operator with easy, clear, unobstructed access to the Blast Booth.
Option 2 — Rubber Roll-Up Door
Designed and manufactured to suit each specific room size and with internal and external electronic push button control, the Rubber Roll-Up Door is the ultimate in operator ease.
Option 3 — Pneumatic Lift-Up Door
With similar benefits as the Roll-Up Door, the Pneumatic Lift-Up Door alleviates manual handling required for Swing Doors.
Container Blast Rooms
Burwell’s container blast rooms offer a flexible, self-contained solution for efficient surface preparation in locations where space, access or mobility is a factor. Built within modified shipping containers, these units provide a compact yet fully functional blasting environment without compromising on performance. Each container blast room is customised to suit the application, with options for different sizes, layouts and recovery systems to match operational requirements. Designed and manufactured in-house, they deliver the same durability, safety and reliability as our larger systems, with the added benefit of being transportable and easy to install on site.
In addition, Burwell’s container blast rooms are designed with practical features that maximise performance and flexibility on site:
Features & Benefits
Features
- Can utilise all container types — 20ft, 40ft, high cube and side opening
- Adaptable to suit material handling processes and customer equipment
- All components can be transported inside the container
- Mobile system
- 5mm steel plate floor
- Internal false wall
- Optional rubber blankets on internal walls
Benefits
- Flexible design to suit site constraints and project requirements
- Seamless integration with existing operations
- Simplified logistics and transport
- Can be relocated and used across multiple sites
- High durability and wear resistance
- Eliminates need for external plenum and separate dust collector, reducing overall footprint
- Reduced noise levels and increased wear protection
What you get with a Burwell Container Blast Room
Quality — Proudly Australian made, engineered and fabricated to the highest standards of durability and performance. Many of our blast rooms have been in operation for over 20 years.
Lead Time — Lean manufacturing ensures efficient delivery with typical turnaround times of 8 weeks, significantly faster than imported alternatives that can take 16+ weeks.
Mobility — Designed for plug-and-play operation, no installers required. Comprehensive installation manuals are provided for straightforward setup.
Capacity — Cost-effective recycling solutions capable of processing up to 2 tonnes per hour, supported by high-efficiency dust collection systems.
Adaptability — Accommodates any abrasive type and load requirements. Fully customisable through in-house engineering and fabrication to meet specific operational needs.
After-Sales Support — Local, responsive support team providing ongoing service and maintenance assistance.
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Modular Blast Rooms
Burwell’s modular blast rooms are purpose-built enclosures constructed from insulated panel sections, designed to create a controlled environment for abrasive blasting. Unlike fixed, fully fabricated blast rooms, modular systems are assembled on site, allowing for greater flexibility in size, layout, and future expansion.
Each room is customised to suit the application, with panelled walls and roofing forming a sealed blasting environment that can be configured around your workflow and material handling requirements. The internal walls are coated with a durable polyurea lining to protect against abrasive wear and extend the life of the structure.
For safe operation, the rooms include a personnel access door with an integrated viewing window and protective rubber cover, allowing visibility into the blasting area while shielding against debris. Modular blast rooms can also be paired with any of Burwell’s recovery systems, delivering an efficient and adaptable solution for a wide range of industrial applications.
Features & Benefits
Features
- Modular insulated panel construction
- Custom-built layouts
- Polyurea-coated internal walls
- Personnel door with viewing window and rubber protection
- Compatible with all Burwell recovery systems
- In-house engineering and fabrication
- On-site assembly
Benefits
- Flexible design that can be tailored to suit site requirements and allows for future expansion
- Configured to suit specific workflows, material handling and operational needs
- Increased durability and protection against abrasive wear, extending blast room lifespan
- Improved operator safety and visibility while preventing damage from debris
- Efficient abrasive recycling and dust management across any setup
- Ensures quality control and the ability to meet custom requirements
- Simplified installation compared to fully fabricated blast rooms
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Heavy Duty Industrial Blast Rooms
Burwell’s heavy duty industrial blast rooms are permanent, high-capacity enclosures designed for large-scale blasting operations and continuous industrial use. Built to handle oversized components and heavy workloads, these rooms provide a controlled, safe, and durable environment for abrasive blasting.
A key feature is the concrete tilt panel construction, which delivers exceptional structural strength, long-term durability, and effective noise attenuation. This design is cost-effective, robust, and straightforward to install, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications.
Fully engineered in-house and compatible with Burwell’s recovery systems, these blast rooms offer reliable performance and efficiency for the most challenging blasting environments.
Features & Benefits
Features
- Concrete tilt panel construction
- Permanent, high-capacity design
- Custom-engineered layouts
- LED lighting
- Handrails to AS1657:2018 standards
- Compatible with Burwell recovery systems
- In-house engineering and fabrication
Benefits
- Exceptional structural strength, long-term durability, and noise attenuation
- Built for continuous industrial use and oversized components
- Tailored to site requirements, workflow, and material handling needs
- Clear visibility in all conditions, improving safety and operational efficiency
- Ensures safe movement and operation throughout the blast room, including platforms
- Efficient abrasive recycling and dust management for optimal performance
- Quality control and ability to meet custom requirements for demanding applications
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Recovery Systems
Burwell’s recovery systems are designed to keep blasting operations running smoothly and efficiently. Built for durability and versatility, they can be customised to suit any blast room configuration and handle a wide range of abrasives. With effective recycling and dust management, our systems help maximise productivity while minimising downtime and operational costs.
Manual Recovery — Cost Effective
Eco Flow
Burwell’s economical two-stage recycling system offers a cost-effective solution for high-capacity abrasive recovery. Designed for versatility, it is compatible with all abrasive types and provides reliable recycling performance without compromising efficiency. This system is ideal for use with Burwell 2449 and smaller blast machines, delivering effective material recovery while keeping operational costs low.
Key Benefits
- Suitable for all abrasive types
- High-capacity recycling that remains cost-effective
- Optimised for Burwell 2449 and smaller blast machines
Recovery System Highlights
- 1 m-wide feed hopper with screening mesh for smooth abrasive flow
- Abrasion-resistant rubber elbows to protect transfer points
- High-velocity cyclonic separator cleans abrasive and returns dust to blast room or collector
- Fully rubber-lined cyclone for long-lasting durability
- Adjustable frame for easy installation and transport
- Powered by 5.5 kW VSD fan motor with pre-wired control panel for plug-and-play setup
- Suitable for steel grit and garnet abrasives
- Transfer capacity up to 1.5 tonne per hour
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Partial Recovery
Maxflow Recovery
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Full Recovery + Sweeper Blades
The Burwell Automated Full Floor Sweeper Blade Recovery System is an advanced recovery solution combining mechanical collection with pneumatic gathering and elevating for efficient abrasive recycling. The recovery floor is constructed from pre-assembled 5 mm steel pan assemblies, each housed in a 250 mm channel and securely welded to the concrete floor for durability.
The system incorporates a pneumatic cross-floor conveyor and elevator assembly, eliminating the daily maintenance typically required in harsh blasting environments. Sweeper blade rack assemblies are operated via wire rope, 25 mm pitch chain, connectors, and guides, and are powered by a 2.2 kW electrical reduction gear drive motor with torque limiter and a 200 mm stroke automatic tensioner. Back scraper blades on the racks ensure minimal abrasive buildup at the ends of the floor.
Safety is built in: a control panel interlock system automatically shuts down the recovery floor and blasting operations if an obstruction or slippage occurs, while indicator lights notify operators of any stoppage. This ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation while maintaining consistent abrasive recovery.
Key Benefits
- Efficient combination of mechanical and pneumatic abrasive recovery
- Minimal daily maintenance required
- Durable 5 mm steel pan floor assemblies with back scraper blades
- Safe operation with interlock system and indicator alerts
- Optimised for high-capacity industrial blast rooms
Frequently asked questions
Burwell design and manufacture high quality abrasive blasting equipment right here in Australia. Our range includes blast pots, dust collectors, blast cabinets and complete blast room systems, built specifically for contractors and surface remediation specialists who need gear that performs day after day.
Every product is engineered for durability, reliability and ease of maintenance. We take a long term view of manufacturing. That means stronger components, quality welds and designs that make sense on site, not just on paper. When you invest in Burwell equipment, you are buying equipment built to handle harsh Australian conditions and demanding industrial environments.
Because we manufacture locally, we also understand the challenges you face on site. We design equipment that is practical, serviceable and backed by ready access to critical spares. It is equipment built to last, not built to be replaced.
Yes, Burwell supply both purchase and hire options across our blasting equipment range. We understand that not every job requires long term capital investment. Sometimes you need reliable equipment quickly, for a shutdown, short term project or specialised contract.
Our hire fleet includes quality blasting equipment that is maintained to the same standards as our manufactured products. That means you can get on site with confidence, knowing the equipment is ready to perform.
Hiring can also be a practical way to test equipment before committing to a purchase. It gives you flexibility while maintaining productivity. With branches Australia wide, we can support your hire needs locally, reducing delays and keeping your project moving.
Whether you are scaling up for a large remediation project or need backup equipment to avoid downtime, we can provide a solution that fits your timeline and budget.
Burwell support a wide range of industries across Australia, including defence, marine, mining, oil and gas, infrastructure and industrial manufacturing. Our customers include large blasting contractors, remediation specialists and engineering firms responsible for preserving critical assets.
Surface preparation plays a key role in protecting steel structures, concrete assets, pipelines, marine vessels and industrial facilities. Proper blasting ensures coatings adhere correctly and assets achieve maximum service life.
We understand the pressures these industries face, strict compliance requirements, tight deadlines and high performance expectations. Our equipment and abrasives are selected and designed to meet these demands.
With branches Australia wide, we provide local support backed by technical knowledge. Whether you are working on a defence contract, marine refit or large scale infrastructure remediation, we supply equipment and abrasives you can rely on.
