Hydro Scabbling
Hydro Scabbling
Hydro-scabbling is an advanced industrial technique that uses high-pressure water jets (6,000 to 40,000 psi) to precisely remove the top layer of concrete or asphalt surfaces. This method achieves various objectives like surface roughening and preparation for repair work, while adhering to Australian safety standards and concrete surface profile (CSP) specifications.
It offers significant safety advantages over traditional methods, including dust mitigation, reduced vibration, and lower noise pollution, aligning with Australian Work Health and Safety regulations. Hydro-scabbling can achieve a range of surface profiles from CSP1 to CSP10, ensuring compatibility with various coating systems.
This eco-friendly process preserves structural integrity, enhances bonding, and is suitable for multiple industries. Modern robotic systems offer increased precision, time efficiency, and versatility. Hydro-scabbling is particularly effective for industrial flooring, surface preparation, decorative concrete, and road marking removal.
By employing this technique, industries can achieve superior concrete surface preparation results while ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and providing a cost-effective, environmentally friendly solution.
Hydro Scabbling
7.5+
Revenue in 2023 (Million)
50+
Collaegues & Counting
1200+
Successfully Projects
200+
Years of combined experience
FAQs
Hydro Scabbling provides an even, textured surface ideal for new coatings or overlays. It reduces dust, reduces microcracking, and ensures better adhesion, making it a superior choice for projects across NSW, TAS, SA, VIC, QLD, and the rest of Australia.
Yes, Hydro Scabbling is highly effective on vertical and overhead surfaces. Our advanced technology allows for precise surface removal without compromising structural integrity, making it suitable for complex projects throughout Australia.
Unlike mechanical scabbling, Hydro Scabbling uses high-pressure water to remove surface layers without creating dust during operation, excessive vibration, or damage to the underlying concrete. It’s a safer and cleaner option for Australian construction and infrastructure projects.
Hydro Scabbling is widely used in civil infrastructure, roadworks, tunnels, water treatment facilities, and industrial plants. Aqua Prep supports projects across NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, TAS and other regions Australia-wide.
Absolutely. Hydro Scabbling is ideal for removing coatings and contaminants or creating a roughened profile for bonding. It’s frequently used across Australian industries where clean, prepared surfaces are critical.
Aqua Prep delivers professional Hydro Scabbling services across Australia, with operational coverage in NSW, Victoria, QLD, Tasmania, and South Australia. We cater to small—and large-scale commercial and industrial projects.