Welding & Construction Company

Men at Work SR is a professional welding and construction company based in Suriname, specialized in industrial welding, steel construction, fabrication, and maintenance services.
With extensive experience in metal construction and industrial installations, we provide reliable solutions for companies in the industrial, marine, construction, and infrastructure sectors.
Our team of certified welders and technicians is committed to delivering high-quality workmanship, safety, and efficient project execution.
Whether it concerns fabrication, repair, or installation, Men at Work SR is ready to support your project with professional expertise.

Our Services
Industrial Welding
We provide professional welding services for industrial and structural applications using modern equipment and certified welding procedures.
  

Our welding processes include:

• TIG WeldingMIG / MAG Welding
• Electrode Welding (SMAW)

We work with various materials such as:

• Stainless steel (RVS)
• Carbon steel
• Aluminum

Steel & Metal Fabrication
Men at Work SR specializes in the fabrication and assembly of metal structures for industrial and construction projects.

Our fabrication services include:

• Steel structures
• Stainless steel fabrication
• Aluminum construction
• Sheet metal work
• Custom metal fabrication

Piping & Industrial Installation
We provide installation and assembly services for industrial systems and equipment.

 
Our services include:
Piping installation

Structural assembly
Industrial equipment installation

Mechanical installations
Through cooperation with our partners in control technology and electrical engineering, we are able to deliver complete turnkey solutions.

What Is Sandblasting?
Sandblasting (also called grit blasting) is an effective method used to remove rust, old paint, dirt, and other contaminants from metal surfaces. It is widely used in the restoration of structures such as silos, vehicles, machinery, and steel constructions before applying a new coating or paint system.

Restoring metal surfaces can be challenging. If old paint and corrosion are not properly removed before repainting, rust can develop underneath the new coating. This often leads to premature damage, resulting in wasted time and additional repair costs.

Traditional methods such as sanding or grinding can remove paint and rust, but they are very time-consuming and often cannot reach difficult areas.

Sandblasting offers a much more efficient solution. Using a powerful jet of compressed air mixed with abrasive material, the surface can be cleaned and prepared thoroughly. With this method, up to 95% of the surface can be effectively treated, including areas that are difficult to reach with conventional tools.

The result is a clean, properly prepared surface that is ready for coating or painting.

Preparing Parts for Sandblasting
Before parts are sandblasted, it is important to prepare them properly.

Whenever possible, components should be disassembled or stripped down. This makes it easier to direct the blasting jet into all areas of the surface.

It is also important to remove as much oil, grease, and sealing materials as possible before blasting. Surfaces that are sticky or contaminated can make the blasting process less effective.

Threads generally do not need special protection when fine abrasive materials are used. However, it is recommended to protect delicate threads or install temporary bolts in threaded holes to prevent abrasive particles from entering blind holes.

After Sandblasting
After sandblasting, metal surfaces should be protected as soon as possible to prevent rust formation.

Freshly blasted metal can start oxidizing quickly, especially in humid environments.
For this reason, it is recommended to apply a primer coating shortly after blasting.

Applying primer immediately helps protect the metal surface and significantly reduces the risk of corrosion before the final paint system is applied.