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How to Optimize Grinding Time and Cut Rates on the Toughest Materials
Ideal for heavy stock removal, edge chamfering, weld blending, grinding, and surface preparation and finishing, Tiger Ceramic, Zirc and Aluminum, and Wolverine Zirc and Aluminum Oxide resin fiber discs from Weiler Abrasives provide aggressive cut rates and smooth finishes on tool steel, aluminum and any material in between.
Abrasives, Brushes and Power Tools for Metal Finishing
Files, burs, brushes, grinding and cutting wheels and power tools from PFERD can increase shop productivity, reduce labor and resource costs, improve operator health and safety, and help improve overall process optimization.
Fast Cutting Abrasive Discs for Heavy Stock Removal
New depressed-center grinding discs, cut-off discs and flap discs from Osborn are available in aluminum oxide, zirconia and ceramic abrasive types that provide fast cutting, heavy stock removal, long service life, application material versatility and smooth finish.
Blending Disc Eases Finishing Applications in Hard-to-Reach Areas
For exceptional performance on steel, stainless steel and aluminum alloys, the Blendex U Turbo blending disc from Walter Surface Technologies uses a heat-resistant non-woven matrix that helps provide a more consistent finish without smearing. The self-sharpening grains also allow for high material removal on many different surfaces.
Simple, Effective Crosshole Deburring of Complex Metal Parts
By integrating flexible hones into the machining process, complex parts with cross-drilled holes and other difficult-to-access features can be deburred in-house at less cost. Here’s an effective way to do it.
How to Eliminate Stress Risers Caused by the Chamfering
Specialty Chamfer Flex-Hones from Brush Research Manufacturing blend and radius sharp edges and remove microburrs on chamfered holes, eliminating stress risers caused by the chamfering operation.
Hoffmann Group Receives Bosch Award
They receive the Bosch Global Supplier Award that recognizes their outstanding performance in the indirect material category.
Jason Industries Appoints New Board Member
President and chief executive officer Brian K. Kobylinski has been elected to their board of directors.
Forney Industries Retains Creeden for Sales Support
This deal will almost double Forney’s national sales force of 60 people.
Osborn Appoints New Director of Sales
Paul Dent is now responsible for managing sales for their Load Runners division.
Management Changes at Walter Surface Technologies
Philip Tanious, Josée Coutu, and Daimon Mussell are promoted to vice presidents of operations, finance and sales, respectively.
On the SPOT: How to Improve Safety When Using Power Tools and Accessories
Here are some basic rules to follow for safely operating right-angle grinders, flap discs, die grinders and cutoff wheels, or other handheld tools and accessories. That’s not all: you’ll save some time and money too.
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