What ARS Recycling Systems does

ARS Recycling Systems LLC is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of industrial surface-preparation equipment, headquartered in Lowellville, Ohio, founded in the mid-1990s in response to a New Jersey bridge repainting project where contractors needed a way to recycle abrasive blasting medium instead of disposing of single-use mineral grit. The company designs and builds patented portable steel grit recycling systems, dust collection equipment, and transloading dust collection systems, marketed under two main lines: the Super Series (S2, S4, S6, S6T, S8, and S8I-Intermodal) and the compact C-Series (C2m, C4), alongside dust collectors spanning 9,000 to 80,000 CFM. Its core technological differentiator is a patented steel grit cleaning and recycling process that enables contractors to reuse abrasive media, reducing waste disposal costs and per-job overhead relative to single-use mineral grit; documented case studies show total project abrasive cost falling from roughly $132,000 to under $14,000 on comparable work.

The company generates revenue through three primary streams: one-time equipment sales (full-size and compact blasting systems, dust collectors, transloading systems, and the patented RDT/RDU rapid deployment trailer), short-term equipment rentals for contractors with limited capital or short project windows, and an aftermarket parts and field service business staffed by factory-trained technicians. Equipment is sold direct via a quote-based model, with one disclosed used-unit price point of $324,950 for a 2021 C2m system. ARS targets five verticals: bridge contractors (primary), marine, petro-chemical tank surface preparation, transloading of bulk solids, and general industrial surface preparation, with members of AMPP and the Transload Distribution Association of North America among its stated industry relationships. The company self-describes as the global leader in steel abrasive blasting systems based on more than thirty years of installed base and product refinement.

Name

ARS Recycling Systems

Legal name

ARS Recycling Systems LLC

Website

https://arsrecycling.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ARS Recycling Systems LLC is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of patented portable steel grit recycling systems, dust collectors, and transloading equipment, serving bridge, marine, petro-chemical, transloading, and industrial surface-preparation contractors through direct equipment sales, rentals, and aftermarket service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lowellville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: One-time sales of steel abrasive blasting systems, dust collection systems, and transloading equipment. Full-size (Super Series) and compact (C-Series) options available in various configurations from 2-pot to 8-pot systems.
2. Equipment Rentals: Short-term rental equipment for contractors not ready to purchase or needing equipment for specific projects. Comprehensive rental catalog including blasting systems, dust collectors, and accessories.
3. Parts & Service: OEM and aftermarket spare parts, preventative maintenance packages, and field service support. On-site technical support with factory-trained certified technicians.
4. Professional Services: Startup service and training, preventative maintenance packages, and on-site technical support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ARS Recycling Systems manufactures industrial steel abrasive blasting and recycling equipment, dust collection systems, transloading dust collection systems, and supporting equipment such as the patented RDT/RDU rapid deployment lift truck and trailer. Its core differentiator is a patented, portable steel grit recycling process that lets contractors reuse steel abrasive in place of single-use mineral grit, reducing waste disposal costs and total project cost for surface preparation, bridge, marine, petro-chemical, and transloading applications.

Product overview

ARS Recycling Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of industrial surface preparation equipment centered around its patented steel grit recycling technology. The product lineup comprises two main equipment categories: Abrasive Blasting & Recycling Systems (Super Series and C-Series) and Dust Collection Systems (standard and transloading), plus supporting equipment. The Super Series includes six models (S2, S4, S6, S8, S6T-Tandem, S8I-Intermodal) ranging from 2-pot to 8-pot configurations with 2,400-6,200 CFM capacity. The C-Series offers compact alternatives (C1, C2m, C4) designed for limited real estate applications. Dust Collection Systems span seven models (DC9 through DC80) with 9,000-80,000 CFM capacity for various project sizes. The DC5-TL serves transloading applications for moving bulk solids. Supporting products include RDT/RDU rapid deployment trailers and a full rental program. Parts, service, and preventative maintenance packages are offered to support the entire equipment fleet.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• S8 Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Eight-pot abrasive blasting and recycling system with 80 barrels of grit storage, designed for large-scale projects and production. Delivers 5,200/6,200 CFM and 28-inch high vacuum for industrial surface preparation contractors.
• S6 Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Six-pot system viewed as the gold standard of abrasive blasting and recycling systems, suited for large bridge, marine, or water tank applications. Offers 5,200/6,200 CFM and 60 barrels of abrasive storage.
• S4 Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Most popular four-pot abrasive blasting and recycling system that has blasted more square feet than any other recycling unit in history. Offers 3,800 CFM and 40 barrels of abrasive storage.
• S2 Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Smallest footprint two-pot, four-outlet abrasive blasting and recycling system delivering superior performance and durability for smaller jobs. Offers 2,400 CFM and 20 barrels of abrasive storage.
• S6T-Tandem Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Six-pot tandem system combining certified lift, mobile, and stackable blast vacuum recycling systems in one unit for unlimited placement configurations. Offers 5,200–6,200 CFM and 55 barrels of abrasive storage.
• S8I-Intermodal Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Intermodal abrasive blasting and recycling system built to meet stringent requirements of marine environments and IEC standards, with a complete air drying system. Offers 5,200/6,200 CFM and 80 barrels of abrasive storage.
• C4 Compact Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Largest compact system with four outlets and four pots, robustly designed for large projects. Offers 2,400 CFM and 14 barrels of clean grit storage.
• C2m Compact Abrasive Blasting & Recycling System Compact abrasive blasting and recycling system designed to easily move around locations with limited real estate such as tank farms. Offers 2,400 CFM and 11 barrels of clean grit storage.
• DC80 Dust Collection System Largest dust collection system in the fleet offering 80,000 CFM of power, with side loaded vertically placed cartridges, single auger for waste evacuation, 51-foot trailer, and Class C Spark Resistant Fan. Available in Diesel or Electric variants.
• DC60 Dust Collection System Dust collection system offering 60,000 CFM of power with side loaded vertically placed cartridges, a 34-foot trailer, and seven 20-inch rear inlets.
• DC45 Dust Collection System Dust collection system offering 45,000 CFM of power with side loaded vertically placed cartridges, a 28-foot trailer, and six 20-inch rear inlets.
• DC30 Dust Collection System Dust collection system offering 30,000 CFM of power with side loaded vertically placed cartridges, a 20-foot trailer, and two 20-inch rear inlets.
• DC20 Dust Collection System Dust collection system offering 20,000 CFM of power with side loaded vertically placed cartridges.
• DC9 Dust Collection System Smallest dust collection system offering 9,000 CFM of power, suitable for smaller projects. Features a 12-foot skid and side loaded vertically placed cartridges.
• DC5-TL Transloading Dust Collection System Transloading dust collection system with 5,000 CFM that efficiently and continuously transports bulk solids from rail to truck. Features an airlock system for closed loop operation, two inlets, and an engine-mounted compressor with air drying system.
• Steel Grit Recycling Technology Patented portable steel grit recycling system enabling contractors to reuse steel grit instead of purchasing single-use mineral grit, reducing waste disposal costs and increasing productivity. The technology eliminates the need to repurchase single-use grit for every job.
• RDT/RDU Rapid Deployment Truck & Trailer Patented rapid deployment truck and trailers equipped with an aluminum grated work deck platform to safely support workers for bridge cleaning and painting. Features a hydraulic-powered auger to remove abrasive debris, 18-foot lift height, and 45-foot length.
• Parts & Service Support Comprehensive parts and service support including OEM and aftermarket parts, preventative maintenance packages, and on-site technical support from startup onward. Offers filter replacements including MERV 10, MERV 16 (high-efficiency), and MERV 12 (for C2M) filters, plus field service from factory-trained technicians.
• Rental Equipment Program Comprehensive rental equipment program offering full-size and compact abrasive blasting and recycling systems, dust collection systems, transloading systems, and rapid deployment trailers for short-term projects or contractors with limited cash flow.

Quantifiable outcome

• Total project cost reduction from $132,337 (mineral only) to $13,654 (steel grit only) for a 20,000 sq.ft. tank project
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)coreOthersAs the global leader in steel grit abrasive blasting, ARS is honored to be a part of The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), demonstrating commitment to industry standards and best practices in materials protection and performance.
• Transload Distribution Association of North America (TDANA)coreOthersARS is a proud member of the Transload Distribution Association of North America (TDANA), supporting the transloading industry and demonstrating involvement in the transloading equipment ecosystem.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Clemco Industries: Manufacturer of portable and stationary abrasive blasting equipment, dust collection systems, and nozzles/accessories. Directly competes with ARS in the same industrial surface-preparation category with overlapping customer base (bridge, marine, petro-chem contractors).
• Empire Abrasive Equipment Company: Manufacturer of air-blast and wet-blast cabinets and portable blast machines used by industrial surface-prep contractors. Direct peer to ARS in abrasive blasting equipment, with competing portable pressure and suction blast systems.
• Axxiom Manufacturing (Schmidt): Manufacturer of mobile abrasive blasting and vacuum recovery systems, including the well-known Schmidt product line of blast pots and controls. Direct competitor to ARS in mobile/portable abrasive blasting with overlapping industrial contractor customers.
• Marco Group International: Manufacturer and distributor of surface-preparation equipment and consumables, including portable abrasive blast systems and industrial air/gas handling. Direct peer in industrial sandblasting equipment with strong contractor distribution.
• Wheelabrator Group: Global manufacturer of surface-preparation equipment including shot-blast and air-blast systems for industrial cleaning and finishing. Overlaps with ARS in industrial surface-preparation equipment, though broader across metallic shot blasting.
• Guyson Corporation: Manufacturer of industrial blast cleaning and finishing systems, including automated and manual blast equipment for surface preparation. Smaller specialty peer to ARS with similar focus on blasting equipment for industrial customers.

Broad incumbents

• Nederman: Global industrial air filtration, dust collection and fume extraction company serving metalworking, manufacturing, and process industries. Overlaps with ARS on the dust-collection side of the product portfolio across a much broader filtration product range.
• Donaldson Company: Large industrial filtration manufacturer including dust collection, fume extraction, and cartridge filters for abrasive blasting environments. Broad incumbent with overlapping dust-collection capability relevant to ARS dust collector systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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