Setting up a blast room is a significant investment. When done correctly, it can provide years of high-quality surface preparation, improved safety, and faster throughput. But how much should you expect to spend in 2025? And what factors influence the cost? At Aerowheel Surface Finishing, we’ve helped numerous industries with blast room installations, so we understand both the numbers and the nuances.
What Influences Blast Room Cost
Several key factors determine how much you’ll spend when setting up a blast room:
- Size and dimensions of the room – Larger components or high throughput require bigger enclosures, more air volume, heavier duty construction.
- Complexity of system – Whether you use basic manual blasting or full automation with conveyors, robotic arms, or heavy recovery systems.
- Abrasive recovery and reuse systems – A simple manual floor-sweep recovery is cheaper; a full automatic screw conveyor + bucket elevator + separation system adds cost but pays off long-term.
- Dust collection & ventilation – A robust dust collector, good air filtration, airflow design increase safety and compliance but also add to setup cost.
- Structural and enclosure requirements – Wear-resistant lining, doors, lighting, flooring, sound insulation, and handling systems add to cost.
- Customization and industry-specific needs – For heavy industries (shipbuilding, steel fabrication) or sectors that need higher standards (automotive, aerospace), cost goes up due to stricter specs.
- Location, installation, and commissioning – Site preparation, power supply, airflow ducting, local labour, transport costs all affect total budget.
Typical Cost Ranges in India for 2025
Based on recent market data in India:
- Entry-level blast room (small size, manual recovery, basic dust collector): ~ ₹5 Lakh to ₹10 Lakh.
- Mid-range industrial blast room (moderate size, floor recovery + screw conveyor, better dust collection): ~ ₹10 Lakh to ₹25 Lakh.
- Large or fully automated blast room (big size, heavy recovery system, advanced dust collection, automation): ~ ₹25 Lakh to ₹80 Lakh or more. Some suppliers list up to ₹80 Lakh.
- For very large infrastructure/steel fabrication systems, cost can exceed ₹1 Crore depending on scale and automation.
What to Budget for in Your Setup
When you plan your budget, include these items:
- Enclosure & structure – Walls, roof, door, access, protective lining.
- Blasting equipment – Blast machines/pots, nozzles, hoses, control panels.
- Recovery system – Floor grates, screw conveyor, bucket elevator, separator, hopper.
- Dust collection and ventilation – Fans, ducting, filters, exhaust system.
- Handling & logistics gear – Trolleys, hoists, cranes, job handling inside blast room.
- Power and air supply – Compressor, air receiver, piping, electrical installation.
- Safety and lighting – PPE provisions, fire safety, lighting, flooring, soundproofing.
- Installation and commissioning – Labour, site prep, testing, warranty.
- Contingency & compliance – Allow +10-15% for unexpected costs, local regulations, custom specs.
ROI & Long-Term Considerations
While the initial setup cost is significant, consider long-term returns:
- Reduced blast time → higher throughput
- Better surface finish → less rework, better coating life
- Media reuse via recovery → lower abrasive cost
- Improved safety and compliance → fewer stoppages, lower risk
- Lower downtime and better maintenance → longer equipment life
At Aerowheel Surface Finishing, we emphasise: choose a setup that matches your long-term needs, not just immediate cost savings. Sometimes spending more upfront means far lower cost per part over the years.
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Final Thoughts
If you’re planning a blast room setup in 2025, expect to invest anywhere from ₹5 Lakh to ₹80 Lakh+ depending on size, features, and industry requirements. The key is evaluating your workload, component sizes, industry standards, and future growth.
At Aerowheel Surface Finishing, we support clients in Jodhpur, Rajasthan and across India with customised blast room designs, turnkey installation, and maintenance support — so you know what you’re investing in.
