Airblasting Systems suit high volume applications.

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Bulk Abrasive Airblasting Systems use piping designed to provide lowest possible pressure drop. They feature multi-outlet Thompson Valve(TM) II controls that allow each operator independent control of abrasive media flow. All systems have normally closed, fail-safe metering and control valves. Standard bulk systems include 120, 160, 500, 650, and 800 ft³ models. Optional trailers are available for 120 and 160 ft³ systems.



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Schmidt Bulk Abrasive Airblasting Systems Ideal For High Volume Blasting



Fresno, TX - (May 17, 2002) - Schmidt(TM) bulk abrasive airblasting systems are designed to maximize the cost savings of volume production. They are ideal for shipyards, tank farms, storage tank cleaning/depainting, antenna arrays, industrial blasting and other jobs where high volume, high productivity work is performed. These high performance systems use efficient piping designed to provide the lowest possible pressure drop and highest productivity in the industry. Blasting systems feature Schmidt multi-outlet Thompson Valve(TM) II controls that allow each operator independent control of his abrasive media flow; optional remote abrasive cutoff, and pneumatic or electric deadman controls. All systems include normally closed, fail-safe metering and control valves for the highest level of quality and safety. These systems use significantly less abrasive--minimizing downtime, saving on abrasive costs, and requiring less
cleanup and disposal. Standard bulk systems include 120, 160, 500, 650 and 800 cu. ft. models. Optional trailers are available for 120 and 160 cu. ft. systems. Custom systems can be designed to meet specific needs. For more information on this product, call Schmidt at 800-231-2085.

Schmidt, a division of USF Surface Preparation Group, manufactures high performance abrasive airblasting equipment designed to provide the lowest possible pressure drop and highest productivity in the industry. Portable or stationary blasting systems are available in a range of standard and bulk models to match almost any application. Custom systems can be
designed to meet specific needs. The company's metering and control valves use significantly less abrasive than other systems and feature a normally closed, fail-safe design for added
safety.

Schmidt also manufactures a complete line of moisture separators, air dryers and aftercoolers, pneumatic and electric deadman controls, blasting nozzles and other blasting
components. For OEM customers, Schmidt manufactures custom ASME code pressure vessels for all types of storage and transfer systems used in manufacturing, construction, transportation,
agriculture, oil and petrochemical and other industries.

USF Surface Preparation Group, a division of USFilter, is the global leader in providing surface preparation equipment, supplies and services. Strategically located manufacturing and distribution facilities allow USF Surface Preparation Group to provide unparalleled customer service and support worldwide. For more information on USF Surface Preparation Group and Schmidt, visit the web site at www.surfacepreparation.com or send an e-
mail to info@usfspg.com.

United States Filter Corporation, a Vivendi Environment company, is North America's largest water company providing comprehensive water and wastewater systems and services to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. Vivendi Environnement (Paris Bourse: VIE and NYSE:VE), comprised of Vivendi Water (worldwide water products and services), Onyx (solid waste and industrial services), Dalkia (energy management), Connex (transportation and logistics) and FCC (Spanish company engaged in environmental and construction related industries), is the largest environmental services company in the world with more than 295,000 employees, including FCC, in about 100 countries and annual revenues of more than $25.6 billion. Visit the company's web sites at www.usfilter.com or vivendienvironnement-finance.com.

USF Surface Preparation Group; 215 Union Boulevard Suite 315; Lakewood, CO 80228; www.surfacepreparation.com

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