Puma+
Compact with four configurations, suited to smaller component runs, solid tools, and factories that need consistent automated processing.
Cougar+
Robust and highly configurable with 32 options. Built for long production runs across demanding applications, from aerospace peening and cleaning to extrusion die maintenance.
Profelis
The only purpose-built inline wet blasting machine for continuous wire, cable, strip and bandsaw blades, from 1mm (0.04") to 54mm (2.13").
Oncilla
End-to-end automated cell for solid carbide round shank tools, integrating cleaning, K-factor edge honing and coating preparation in one cycle.
Sabre
Five-axis CNC precision cell for high-value components with complex geometries, where conventional automatic blasting cannot deliver the required control.
Leopard
Large-format aerospace MRO and OEM system for peening and cleaning of safety-critical components requiring AMS 2432 process control and full cycle logging.
Leopard Cub
Engineered for aerospace peening and cleaning, AMS 2432 compliant and for MRO teams whose components do not need the full Leopard envelope.
Lion Rotary
Rotary indexing wet blast, rinse and dry system for processing large components on four satellites in a continuous cycle.
Jaguar
High-capacity carbide insert finishing: six pallets per cycle, edge radii held to ±5µm, with an optional shuttle for loading during production.
Tiger
High-volume in-line machine for carbide insert edge preparation, cleaning, peening and coating preparation, with integrated washing and drying as standard.
Tiger+
Dual chamber combined insert edge preparation and coating preparation, with washing and drying, integrated into a single and continuous production line.
FAQs
What types of automatic wet blasting machine are there?
There are four main designs. Rotary and turntable machines (Puma+, Cougar+, Lion Rotary) index components past the blast guns and suit batch production. In-line and pallet machines (Tiger, Tiger+, Jaguar, Profelis) move parts, pallets or continuous wire through the blast zone. Robotic and CNC cells (Oncilla, Sabre) handle complex geometries. Dedicated aerospace systems (Leopard, Leopard Cub) are built for AMS 2432 peening and cleaning.
Which automatic wet blasting machine is right for my application?
- Carbide cutting tool inserts: Tiger, Tiger+ or Jaguar.
- Solid carbide round shank tools: Oncilla.
- Aerospace peening and cleaning to AMS 2432: Leopard and Leopard Cub.
- Continuous wire, cable, strip and bandsaw blades from 0.1mm to 54mm: Profelis.
- Large components needing blast, rinse and dry: Lion Rotary.
- High-value parts with complex geometries: Sabre.
- General production: most businesses start with the Puma+ or Cougar+.
Tell us about your components and we'll recommend the right machine.
How much operator input does an automatic wet blasting machine need?
Usually just loading, unloading and selecting a stored recipe. The machine controls blast pressure, slurry quality and cycle time. Recipes are stored and recalled by component type, so repeat runs produce the same result. Options such as auto-load pallet magazines, robotic loading and shuttle systems let operators load the next batch while the machine is running.
Can automatic wet blasting machines provide traceability and connect to factory systems?
Yes. Every process parameter can be logged for each cycle, with post-process reporting and MES integration available. This supports traceability requirements such as AMS 2432 in aerospace. Vapormatt 4.0 adds remote diagnostics, process monitoring and recipe backup to minimise unplanned downtime.
Are automatic wet blasting machines expensive to run?
Vapormatt automatic machines typically use less than half the energy of equivalent competitor machines across the pumps and blast guns. Smaller nozzle diameters also reduce compressed air and abrasive media consumption. Because wet blasting cleans, degreases and finishes in a single pass, it often replaces several separate process steps. Read our wet blasting machine costs and buying guide.
How long does an automatic wet blasting machine last?
Vapormatt automatic machines are engineered for a working life of 20 years or more. The cabinet structure, materials, and the location of motors and drive systems are all specified to withstand abrasive environments and simplify maintenance. Our aftermarket team supports every machine with service plans, spare parts and upgrades throughout its life.
What results have customers achieved with automatic wet blasting?
GE Aerospace cut total component processing time from 430 hours to 88 hours with a Leopard, while eliminating the material loss risk of dry blasting. Pratt & Whitney reduced compressor hub processing from 3 hours to 20 minutes with a Leopard Cub. Ionbond chose the Sabre for its demonstration centre because of its controllability and reproducibility in carbide insert finishing.
Can you prove the process on our parts before we buy?
Yes. Send us sample components and we'll process them at our R&D Centre. We'll then share the results along with a machine recommendation, an indicative budget and a running cost analysis to support your business case. Every automatic machine is checked against the specification agreed in writing, through factory acceptance testing before delivery and site acceptance testing after installation.