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Upgrading grinding ergonomics
- By Steve Schnoll
- Feb 1, 2024
- Metal Finishing
- Article
Body strains, noise issues, and airborne debris can make grinding work a challenge. Ergonomic tech can help.
Aluminum: From prep to finish
- By Jim Sucharski and Neil Otis
- Aug 16, 2023
- Metal Finishing
- Article
Consider the best options at each stage of your fabrication process for this non-ferrous material.
PFERD diamond files work on tasks where conventional files fail
- Mar 25, 2021
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
PFERD introduces its diamond files. When other files fail, diamond files can be a good option, especially in situations where conventional files fail due to the hardness of the material. These precision files are “Made in Germany” and provide an economical solution for many applications....
The art of finishing
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Sep 14, 2020
- Metal Finishing
- Article
Working with stainless steel requires precision and skill. But shops need to consider all the factors that go into properly finishing this material.
VICTOGRAIN abrasive grain triangles from PFERD penetrate workpiece using little energy
- Dec 12, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
VICTOGRAIN®, offered by PFERD, is an abrasive grain with precision-formed abrasive grain triangles that are identical in shape and size. Their cutting edges are applied to the workpiece at the optimum angle so that each grain needs very little energy to penetrate the workpiece, the company states....
PFERD’s 6-in. POLIFAN Z SG Power Steelox disc suitable for weld seams, deburring
- Dec 6, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
PFERD has added a 6-in. disc in 40 and 60 grit, in 7/8-in. and 5/8-11-in. hub versions, to its line of POLIFAN® Z SG Power Steelox flap discs. The zirconia alumina Z abrasive delivers optimum stock removal on high-powered angle grinders, even at high contact pressures, the company states. The...
Abrasives and brushes from PFERD are now available with the X-LOCK quick change system
- Nov 29, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
PFERD has announced that the BOSCH X-LOCK quick-change system for angle grinders is now available for a wide variety of PFERD cut-off wheels, flap discs, grinding wheels and brushes. Instead of a round center hole, the X-LOCK system features an X-shaped contour which allows the product to be fixed...
Prep strategies to weld stainless steel
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Nov 26, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Article
Need to weld stainless steel? Our experts explain how keeping it clean and using a pre- and post-weld strategy can maintain its characteristic and quality finish.
PFERD introduces VICTOGRAIN abrasive grain
- Oct 22, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
VICTOGRAIN®, offered by PFERD, is an abrasive grain with precision-formed abrasive grain triangles that are identical in shape and size. Their cutting edges are applied to the workpiece at the optimum angle so that each grain needs very little energy to penetrate the workpiece, the company states....
Diamond-coated wire brushes from PFERD remove mill scale
- Aug 23, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
Featuring industrial diamond electroplated onto stainless steel knot wire strands, PFERD’s diamond-coated wire brushes can be used on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. They are suitable for removing localized, heavy mill scale before welding in hard-to-reach...
PFERD's POLINOX fiber-backing disc designed for large surface finishing applications
- Jul 17, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
PFERD introduces the POLINOX® fiber-backing disc, designed for long service life and working on large surfaces with variable speed angle grinders. This disc has non-woven abrasive flaps with fiberglass backing for face-down finishing work. Its abrasive properties are tailored to a variety of metal...
PFERD’s OMNI cut carbide bur offers high removal rates
- Jun 11, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
PFERD Inc. has introduced the OMNI cut, a carbide bur for high productivity on steel, cast steel, stainless steel (INOX), and cast iron, as well as nonferrous metals. According to the manufacturer, the bur offers increased removal rates over standard double-cut burs, including up to 30 per cent...
Pferd POLIVLIES ceramic oxide CO-COOL flap disc provide cooler grinding on poor heat-conducting materials
- Mar 4, 2019
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
Pferd Canada has introduced the POLIVLIES® ceramic oxide CO-COOL flap disc with special top-sizing for reduced loading and cooler grinding on poor heat-conducting materials. The interleaved flap construction alternates between aggressive coated abrasive and nonwoven material, allowing for grinding...
PFERD taps new president – Americas
- Dec 10, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- News Release
PFERD Inc., a Milwaukee-based manufacturer of abrasives, brushes, and power tools, has promoted Mariano Presas to president—Americas effective Aug. 31, 2019. He succeeds Gene Huegin, who will retire at that time. In this newly expanded role, Presas will be responsible for operations of PFERD...
Pferd thin cut-off wheels leave cleaner cuts with minimal burr formation
- Sep 5, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
Pferd Canada introduces its thin cut-off wheels in several different product types with different performance characteristics to match the wide variety of materials, power-tool types, and cutting application needs. The cut-off wheels are designed for thin gauge sheet metal, thin walled tubing, and...
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- ConsumablesFinishing: Brushes – Deburring and Polishing
- ConsumablesFinishing: Grinding Wheels
- ConsumablesFinishing: Sanding Belts, Discs, and Sheets