Choosing Steel Fabrication from an Edmonton Manufacturing Firm Shot blasting is usually the first process and involves blasting the steel with shot. This ensures the surface of the steel will be easier to work with. Shot-blasted steel is easier to weld and will accept different types of paint too. Find out more about steel fabrication process and manufacturing in Edmonton by visiting the Northern Weldarc website or by calling 780-467-1522. in Public bookmarkswith edmonton-manufacturing-firmby 8 users