EN ISO 11124-1:2026

• Abstract:

  This document describes a classification of metallic blast-cleaning abrasives for the preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products.; It specifies the characteristics which are required for the complete designation of such abrasives.; This document applies to abrasives supplied in the "new" or unused condition only. It does not apply to abrasives either during or after use.; NOTE Although this document has been developed specifically to meet requirements for the preparation of steelwork, the properties specified are generally appropriate when preparing other material surfaces, or components, using blast-cleaning techniques. These techniques are described in ISO 8504-2 [7].

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 25-Aug-2026
• ICS: 25.220.10 - Surface preparation
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 139 - Paints and varnishes
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 139 - Paints and varnishes
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 26-Aug-2026
• Completion Date: 26-Aug-2026
• Ref Project: SIST EN ISO 11124-1:2026 - Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products - Specifications for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives - Part 1: General introduction and classification (ISO 11124-1:2026)

• Replaces: EN ISO 11124-1:2018 - Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products - Specifications for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives - Part 1: General introduction and classification (ISO 11124-1:2018)
• Effective Date: 05-Feb-2025
• Referred By: EN 13507:2010 - Thermal spraying - Pre-treatment of surfaces of metallic parts and components for thermal spraying
• Effective Date: 02-Sep-2026
• Referred By: EN 13507:2018 - Thermal spraying - Pre-treatment of surfaces of metallic parts and components for thermal spraying
• Effective Date: 02-Sep-2026
• Consolidated By: ISO 11124-1:2026 - Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products — Specifications for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives — Part 1: General introduction and classification
• Effective Date: 12-Feb-2026

Overview

EN ISO 11124-1:2026, published by CEN, outlines the classification and specification requirements for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives used in the preparation of steel substrates prior to the application of paints and related products. This international standard provides the general introduction and classification criteria necessary for clear communication and product designation throughout the coating industry. It is specifically applicable to new or unused metallic abrasives and does not pertain to abrasives already in use or previously used in blasting operations. While aimed primarily at steel preparation, the standard's classification principles are broadly relevant to other materials and surfaces prepared using blast-cleaning techniques.

Key Topics

• Classification of Metallic Blast-Cleaning Abrasives: The standard defines a systematic approach to classify metallic abrasives based on material, manufacturing process, and initial particle shape.
• Product Designation: Requirements for complete and standardized product identification are specified, including type, shape, grade, and hardness, contributing to consistency in procurement and application.
• Particle Shape and Size: Detailed methods for characterizing initial shapes (shot, grit, cylindrical, irregular) and size gradations are included, ensuring appropriate surface profiles for intended coating performance.
• Package Identification and Traceability: Guidelines for clear labelling and batch traceability help maintain quality control, reduce risk, and facilitate tracking of materials on job sites.
• Applicability Beyond Steel: Although the focus is on steel substrates, the properties and requirements set out are generally suitable for blast-cleaning other components and material surfaces.

Applications

EN ISO 11124-1:2026 is essential in several industrial areas where surface preparation is critical for coating durability and performance, including:

• Protective Coating of Steel Structures: Ensuring surfaces are properly prepared using the correct abrasive type before applying protective paints or coatings, thus preventing premature coating failure.
• Shipbuilding and Marine Maintenance: Providing standardized criteria for selecting and documenting abrasives used in rust and old coating removal from ships and offshore structures.
• Industrial Equipment Refurbishment: Assisting in the selection of abrasive types for cleaning machinery and infrastructure prior to repainting or recoating.
• Automotive & Heavy Vehicle Manufacturing: Used to achieve consistent cleaning of steel parts before painting processes.
• General Surface Preparation: Applicable to non-steel substrates requiring blast-cleaning techniques.

The reliable classification and product identification help ensure that blasted surfaces have the optimal profile for coating adhesion, meet international expectations, and support regulatory compliance.

Related Standards

EN ISO 11124-1:2026 forms part of a comprehensive suite of international standards for surface preparation and abrasive materials, including:

• ISO 11124 (Series): Further parts specify requirements for specific metallic abrasives such as chilled-iron grit, high-carbon cast-steel shot and grit, low-carbon cast-steel shot, cut steel wire, stainless steel, and high-chromium white cast iron.
• ISO 11125 (Series): Provides test methods for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives, including particle size, hardness, density, and other quality control criteria.
• ISO 11126 and ISO 11127 (Series): Set forth specifications and testing for non-metallic blast-cleaning abrasives.
• ISO 8501-1: Visual assessment of surface cleanliness after blast-cleaning.
• ISO 8503-2: Assessment of surface roughness using comparators after abrasive blast-cleaning.
• ISO 8504-2: Methods and techniques for abrasive blast-cleaning preparation.

These interconnected standards support a holistic approach to surface preparation, ensuring quality outcomes and compatibility across international projects in steel coating and beyond.

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Keywords: EN ISO 11124-1:2026, metallic abrasives, blast-cleaning, steel substrate preparation, surface preparation standard, particle size, abrasive classification, paint application, coating performance, CEN standard.

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST prEN ISO 11124-1:2025
01-november-2025
Priprava jeklenih podlag pred nanašanjem barv in sorodnih premazov -
Specifikacije za kovinske granulate za peskanje - 1. del: Splošni uvod in
razvrstitev (ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025)
Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products -
Specifications for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives - Part 1: General introduction and
classification (ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025)
Vorbereitung von Stahloberflächen vor dem Auftragen von Beschichtungsstoffen -
Anforderungen an metallische Strahlmittel - Teil 1: Allgemeine Einleitung und Einteilung
(ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025)
Préparation des subjectiles d'acier avant application de peintures et de produits
assimilés - Spécifications pour abrasifs métalliques destinés à la préparation par
projection - Partie 1: Introduction générale et classification (ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 11124-1
ICS:
25.220.10 Priprava površine Surface preparation
87.020 Postopki za nanašanje Paint coating processes
barvnih premazov
oSIST prEN ISO 11124-1:2025 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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ISO/DIS 11124-1
ISO/TC 35/SC 12
Preparation of steel substrates
Secretariat: BSI
before application of paints and
Voting begins on:
related products — Specifications
2025-10-07
for metallic blast-cleaning
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abrasives —
2025-12-30
Part 1:
General introduction and
classification
Préparation des subjectiles d'acier avant application de
peintures et de produits assimilés — Spécifications pour abrasifs
métalliques destinés à la préparation par projection —
Partie 1: Introduction générale et classification
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International
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ISO/DIS 11124-1
ISO/TC 35/SC 12
Preparation of steel substrates
Secretariat: BSI
before application of paints and
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related products — Specifications
for metallic blast-cleaning
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abrasives —
Part 1:
General introduction and
classification
Préparation des subjectiles d'acier avant application de
peintures et de produits assimilés — Spécifications pour abrasifs
métalliques destinés à la préparation par projection —
Partie 1: Introduction générale et classification
ICS: 25.220.10
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ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025(en)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Classification . 2
4.1 Abrasive type .2
4.2 Initial particle shape .2
4.3 Particle size range .3
5 Designation of abrasives . 3
6 Package identification and lot traceability . 3
Annex A (informative) International Standards for metallic and non-metallic blast-cleaning
abrasives . 4
Bibliography . 6

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Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 35, Paints and varnishes, Subcommittee SC 12,
Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 11124-1:2018), which has been technically
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— Definition (3.6) added.
— Table 1, Table 2 and Annex A have been technically revised.
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ISO/DIS 11124-1:2025(en)
Introduction
This document is one of a number of parts of ISO 11124 specifying requirements for metallic abrasives for
blast-cleaning.
Test methods for metallic blast-cleaning abrasives are given in the various parts of ISO 11125 (see Annex A).
The requirements for non-metallic abrasives commonly used for blast-cleaning are specified in the various
parts of ISO 11126. Test methods to be used to define these requirements are contained in the various parts
of ISO 11127 (see Annex A).
Abrasive blast-cleaning techniques are widely used to clean and prepare surfaces. During work on
development of a series of International Standards dealing with the preparati
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