Marine & Offshore Assets
Saltwater, swell and constant exposure leave little tolerance for coating failure. Our Controlled Preparation Systems give the operator control, cleaning and profiling steel to a documented, repeatable standard on hulls, decks, platforms and subsea structures.
The marine challenge
Marine and offshore steel structures are continuously exposed to saltwater, spray, and high humidity. When surface preparation is rushed or inconsistent, coatings fail prematurely, leading to corrosion, rework, and costly downtime.
“In the most aggressive environments, an uncontrolled process is an unacceptable risk to asset integrity.”
Saltwater & humidity
Continuous exposure to corrosive spray and high humidity levels.
UV & temperature
Extreme fluctuations and radiation accelerating coating breakdown.
Mechanical wear
Constant impact and abrasion from operational use and sea conditions.
Tight schedules
Limited drydock windows and the pressure for rapid turnaround.
Preventive protection
Traditional maintenance often focuses on repairing visible damage after coatings fail. MontiPower supports a preventive strategy, ensuring steel surfaces are properly prepared before coating application, even under challenging conditions. Below the waterline, the Bristle Blaster® Subsea continues the same principle.
The Bristle Blaster® range for marine and offshore
Topside, at height or below the waterline. The Subsea unit reaches hull and structure work underwater; electric and cordless models cover deck and topside prep.
Most popularUltimate Electric
The core rotary bristle tool. Removes corrosion and generates an anchor profile in one pass.
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Ultimate Electric Double
Double the power. ~3 m²/hr productivity, built for larger flat surfaces.
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CordlessUltimate Cordless
18V cordless with safety switch, anti-vibration handle and a reinforced fronthead.
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ATEXPneumatic Ultimate
ATEX-evaluated for zone 1 gas & zone 21 dust (II 2G/2D): the fully pneumatic, spark-free tool for hazardous environments.
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Axial
Specialist for angles & fillet welds. Reaches corrosion in hard-to-access areas.
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HydraulicSubsea
Hydraulic underwater device for pipeline reinforcement and subsea welding activity.
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Hulls, decks & ballast
Create a controlled, homogeneous surface profile to support long-term coating adhesion under constant exposure.
Weld seams & edges
Prepare difficult-to-access areas reliably, without damaging the substrate or relying on loose abrasives.
Drydock maintenance
Enable efficient surface preparation during short windows, with reduced containment and cleanup requirements.
Sensitive zones
Operate with minimal dust and waste, supporting compliance in ports, shipyards, and offshore locations.
Marine benefits
Grit-free quality
Surface quality comparable to abrasive blasting, without the mess of loose grit.
Reliable adhesion
Consistent surface profile ensures long-term coating performance.
Eco-compliance
Reduced environmental impact and waste, ideal for ports and shipyards.
Crew safety
Improved HSE conditions for maintenance crews and operators.
Fast turnaround
Accelerate drydock and maintenance schedules with efficient tooling.
Proven durability
Decades of performance in the most corrosive offshore environments.
No grit. No loose media.
Closed-cycle dust capture.
Con la confianza de proyectos en todo el mundo
At just 1.2 kg (2.6 lb), the Bristle Blaster® Pneumatic is ideal for offshore platforms, floating production vessels and wind-turbine structures. ABS Type Approved for shipbuilding, including ballast water tanks.
Offshore corrosion protection, underwater
The Bristle Blaster® Subsea preparing steel below the waterline.
Resources for this industry
From ship-construction steel to ROV research below the waterline.
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Certified for explosive atmospheres at sea.
The Bristle Blaster® Pneumatic Ultimate has undergone an independent ignition-hazard analysis and ATEX 2014/34/EU conformity evaluation, so surface preparation can continue in live hazardous areas without hot-work permits for electric tools.
Categoría 2, zona 1 gas & zona 21 polvo
Gas explosivo de zona 1, evaluado para el grupo de gases IIA (gasolina, hexano, propano), EPL Gb.
Polvo explosivo de zona 21, evaluado para el subgrupo de polvo IIIC, EPL Db.
Totalmente neumático: accionamiento por aire comprimido, sin componentes eléctricos, sin fuente de ignición eléctrica.
Evaluado de forma independiente por Gexcon conforme a la serie armonizada EN ISO 80079.
Bristle Blaster® Pneumatic Ultimate
El ensayo de descarga en penacho no registró ninguna descarga medible, superado para los grupos de gas IIA, IIB y IIC.
Ocho caídas en condiciones ambientales y de congelación, sin daños que reduzcan la seguridad de ignición de la herramienta.
Operada dentro de atmósferas explosivas de propano-aire (grupo IIA) sin ignición observada.
Markings shown reflect the scope of the independent ATEX conformity evaluation. Confirm the certified marking on the tool nameplate and Declaration of Conformity for your specific configuration before specifying.
Trusted by shipowners, operators and contractors
With decades of experience and patented technology, MontiPower supports shipowners, operators, and contractors working to the highest corrosion protection standards. Our solutions fit cleanly into existing marine coating systems and inspection regimes, supporting durability, compliance, and long-term asset integrity.