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Ceramic Flap Discs are designed for heat sensitive materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:30:32 -0500

Available in regular and extra-large thickness and with 4½, 5 and 7 in. dia, C3 ceramic flap discs provide contaminate-free results for use on stainless steel and can also be used on steel and titanium. They come in 36, 40, 60, and 80 grit sizes and with either 7/8 in. or 5/8-11 arbor holes. Hybrid, 4-degree compressed and compacted flap configuration allows for rough edge applications. Units include premium Z3, Z-THRU®, A3, aluminum cutting, and silicon carbide.

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Surface Conditioning Discs feature quick change connectors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:31:56 -0500

Featuring non-woven construction in coarse, medium, and very-fine aluminum oxide grits, Megabrite(TM) Surface Conditioning Quick Change Discs are designed for general purpose light grinding, blending, cleaning, and finishing applications using portable right angle grinder. They come with standard type R connectors. Available in sizes of 2 and 3 in., discs are suited for use on stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet metal.

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Blast Wheels help reduce cleaning cycle times.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:39:00 -0500

Available with unit bearing for belt-driven applications, EZEFIT® wheel contains all features and benefits of direct-drive wheel. It eliminates need for mounting base plate, reduces vibration and wheel assembly time, and offers fail-safe wheel component alignment. Mounting hardware allows for upgrades on most wheel blast machines - Wheelabrator® and non-Wheelabrator - that include Tumble Blast, Spinner Hanger, Monorail, Table, and Railcar Shot Blast systems.

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Ceramic Flap Discs are self sharpening.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:25:45 -0500

Available in 4½, 5, and 7 in. dia x 7/8 sizes, Rex-Cut® SIGMA ceramic flap discs feature ceramic abrasive grains bonded to treated material that is layered and stacked to provide aggressive and controlled stock removal with minimal pressure. Offered in 36 and 60 grit versions, with or without hubs, units are suited for use on stainless steel, mild steel, and exotic metals. These are also available with 5/8-11 adapters.

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Blast Wheel is designed for optimal ROI.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:25:42 -0500

Used for surface preparation, Genesis blast wheel incorporates features designed to reduce maintenance time and improve efficiency. Front-of-housing access to runnerheads enables full assembly in less than 1 hr, and dual-tapered vanes eliminate shot locking. Along with replaceable housing liners and cast linings made with P-41 metallurgy, wheel includes safety features such as lid with pin-locked safety hinges, integral U-shaped feed spout safety lock, and rapid release vanes.

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Grinding Wheels deliver application versatility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:27:49 -0500

With functionality matched to specific applications, Choice Cuts series is comprised of 4 cutting wheels with selection of abrasive grains and engineered resin bond formulas. Original Slicers are 0.040 in. thick aluminum oxide wheels, and 1/16 in. LongLife Original Slicer versions are also available. Other products include 0.045 in. thick Slicer-Plus and 0.045 in. Super-Slicer. All wheels are available in 4.5 x 7/8 in. and 6 x 7/8 in. dia.

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Blast Wheels offer simplified assembly and maintenance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 11 May 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Genesis series includes high-speed, 14-18 in. dia wheels with single- or double-sided runnerheads as well as low-speed, 19.5-26.5 in. dia wheels. Latter exhibits reduced abrasives consumption, better cleaning, and lower horsepower requirements. Features such as front-of-housing access to runnerheads enable full assembly in less than 1 hr, setting pattern length is one-step job, and dual-tapered vanes eliminate shot locking. Multiple safety features are also included.

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Bonded Abrasive Wheels suit cutting/grinding applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 01 May 2009 08:27:38 -0500

Working with steel, iron, and other ferrous metals, Vortec Pro(TM) wheels are reinforced with fiberglass webbing for stability and resin-bond-formulated for aggressive stock removal and accelerated cutting. Type 27 grinding and cutting products, offered in 4-7 in. dia, have aluminum oxide grain and are designed for use on right-angle grinders. Available from 2-7 in. dia, Type 1 cutting wheels have same grain, incorporate metal ring around hub, and may be used on wider range of grinders.

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Flap Discs maximize cooling when grinding SS.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:28:55 -0500

PLANTEX® COOL TOP® flap discs feature zirconium abrasive fabric, with top-size coating that optimizes grinding performance, and backing plate made of natural hemp with polypropylene binder. Discs automatically reduce in size during grinding, allowing full use of abrasive fabric. Suited for speeds of 5,000-8,000 rpm and able to run at maximum of 13,300 rpm, they are available in diameters of 4, 4½, 5, and 7 in. and in grits of 40 and 60.

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Abrasive Discs incorporate transparent grinding zone.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:09:48 -0500

Z-THRU(TM) flap discs feature laser cut flaps, precisely layered to create transparent grinding zone that let users view work piece while grinding. Made from zirconia alumina grain, high-grade cooling agent, and heat-treated poly/cotton backing material, discs may be used for blending, finishing, and rust removal and can be used on carbon and stainless steels. They come in 4½ and 5 in. dia, with 40-, 60-, and 80-grit sizes and 7/8 in. or 5/8-11 arbor holes.

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Abrasive Products operate on SS, aluminum, and exotic alloys.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 08:37:57 -0500

Megabrite(TM) Non-Woven Abrasives include unitized Type 1, convolute, and Type 27 wheels, mounted points and their finishing flap discs. They are manufactured by compressing non-woven synthetic fiber material with resin and abrasive grains. Open structured products are offered in soft to hard densities (2-9) and coarse to very fine grit. Flap discs blend and finish weld in one operation, and mounted points come in variety of A, B, and W industry standard shapes and sizes.

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Machines process diamond/CBN wheels for grinding systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:29:59 -0500

Designed for processing flats, angles, and radii on diamond/CBN single wheels and multiple wheel packs, Models FC-250EX and FC-700EX Automatic Diamond and CBN Wheel Truing and Dressing Machines feature PLC-controlled, automatic dressing cycles with servo-driven dressing wheel infeed, power swing, and oscillation. With wheel diameters up to 28 in., other features include ExVision, a computer-driven vision system with software program; an automatic power zoom; and a 2-axis DRO for measurement.

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Diamond Grinding Discs minimize sparking.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:39:28 -0500

Available in grits from 30-80 on discs with 4, 4½, 5, and 7 in. diameters, Eco Brazing diamond grinding discs are suitable for grinding steel, stainless steel, and other materials. Light weight allows for high-rotation grinding on portable angle grinders and high-yield steel backing plate is elastic, minimizing chance of overginding. Minimal sparking makes discs usable in hazardous environments such as nuclear plants and oil and gas industries.

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Threaded Wheel Grinder handles gears with up to 160 mm dia.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:35:12 -0500

Providing hard finish grinding of cylindrical gears, Genesis® 160TWG Threaded Wheel Grinder features high-speed, cam-driven double grip loader to maximize floor-to-floor times. It also integrates stock dividing sensor into grinding head that automates stock dividing using machine's NC motions. For high volumes, diamond-plated master dressing system integrates into clamping fixture and CNC Dressing Unit with single-flank dressing tool is available to maximize flexibility.

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Ceramic Flap Disc cuts stainless steel, inconel, and titanium.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:46:14 -0500

SABER TOOTH ceramic flap disc features self-sharpening ceramic grain and incorporates grinding aid that prevents dulling and glazing, allowing for cool cutting, which protects parts from heat discoloration. Able to grind and finish in single step, angled-style, phenolic-backed disc is available in 4½-7 in. sizes. Non-marking trimmable backing allows operator to cut diameter, maximizing disc life and enabling access to hard-to-reach areas.

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Cutting/Grinding Wheels feature thickness of 0.75 in.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 07:45:56 -0500

Manufactured with 3 complete layers of fiberglass and high-quality grade aluminum oxide grain, Super Quickie-Cut cut/grind combo wheels are designed for stainless steel and steel applications. They are available in type 29 shape, 46 grit size and in 4½ and 5 in. dia with 7/8 or 5/8-11 arbor holes. Combo wheel cuts by angling right-angle grinder at 90° position, and grinds when positioned at 30° angle.

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Machine offers creepfeed, surface, and profile grinding.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:36:21 -0500

Providing creepfeed, surface, and profile grinding in multi-axis configuration and GE-Fanuc® intelligent terminal CNC control from 2,025 x 1,500 mm footprint, Dominator 624 CNC Machine is suited for machine shops where space is at premium. By using cuboid machine bed design and mounting wheelhead on carrier assembly to provide 'Z' axis, work table then moves vertically to provide 'Y' axis. It offers grinding length of 600 mm x grinding width of 200 mm from 400 mm work table.

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Abrasive Discs enable freehand grinding and cutting of steel.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:34:13 -0500

Providing more than 10 dBA noise reduction, SILENTIO resinoid-bonded, fiberglass-reinforced grinding wheel is suited for working on steel and SS to maximum speed of 80 m/sec, has damping feature for high run-out, and is available in 4 diameters in 115-230 mm range. Intended for machining SS at up to 80 m/sec, SUPER-THIN cut-off wheel is manufactured by using specially coated abrasive grain and fiberglass reinforcement.

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Surface Maximizer Wheels eliminate multiple operations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 07:59:19 -0500

Combining aggressive surface conditioning with fine finishing, Kim-Brite Surface Maximizing Wheels eliminate need for separate operations. Units conform to shape of surface, and quickly remove contaminants, rust corrosion, paint, and oxides, as well as sharp edges from surface without any damage to wheel. Units are suited for use on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and non-ferrous metals.

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Depressed Center Wheels grind, finish, and blend.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:08 -0500

Made from white aluminum oxide grain, FGF wheels feature waffle-style pattern on face, absorb work piece vibrations, and provide contaminate-free results on SS, metal, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals. FGF-Special wheels, made from aluminum oxide grain, have raised knob pattern on wheel face and are designed to grind and blend on curved and straight work pieces without gouging. They suit SS, metal, aluminum, cast iron, and non-ferrous metal applications.

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