Environmental responsibility is becoming increasingly important across the abrasive blasting industry. Beyond performance, customers and regulators now expect materials that minimize ecological impact. OneGarnet’s hard rock almandine garnet meets this demand, combining eco-friendly advantages with efficiency.

Controlling dust and particulate matter is a major environmental concern in abrasive and blasting operations. OneGarnet is especially effective in this respect: its high hardness, sharp angular shape, and good toughness mean particles resist breaking under impact and maintain integrity, producing less dust during blasting. This improves visibility on site and lowers air-borne particulates that could otherwise pollute soil, water, and vegetation, while also lessening respiratory irritation, asthma, and other lung illnesses for workers and nearby communities.

The same durability also allows OneGarnet to be reused multiple times. Remaining intact after blasting extends its service life, which reduces the need for new abrasive and decreases the amount of discarded particles. In practice, this means less material is consumed and less waste cleaned up or disposed of. Together, these reductions deliver environmental value with operational savings.

Chemical cleanliness further strengthen this profile. As inert minerals with very low chlorides (< 3 ppm), OneGarnet minimizes the risk of residual salts contaminating soil or water. It also slows down corrosion on treated surfaces, which in turn cuts rework frequency and eases the environmental burden. Its low free silica content (≤ 0.5%) restrains hazardous dust generation, reinforcing both environmental and workplace protection and helping prevent silicosis. Additionally, being free from heavy metals, other harmful elements and radioactivity avoids long-term toxicity and radiation risks, protecting ecosystems and human health.

Taken together, reduced dust emissions, durable reusability, and chemical cleanliness make OneGarnet a greener, more sustainable abrasive choice. It achieves a smaller footprint across its life cycle while maintaining high performance, setting a new benchmark for environmentally responsible abrasives.