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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.
Walter Surface Technologies taps new CEO, VP of corporate development
- Oct 29, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- News Release
Walter Surface Technologies, Montreal, has named Marc-André Aubé to CEO and David Wright to vice president corporate development. Earlier this year, ONCAP announced that it had acquired the company, which provides abrasives, power tools, tooling, industrial parts washing systems, cleaners,...
ONCAP acquires Walter Surface Technologies
- Sep 24, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- News Release
ONCAP, the mid-market private equity platform of Onex, has acquired a majority stake in Montreal-based Walter Surface Technologies, in partnership with the existing management team. The Walter Group will retain a minority interest in the Company. “ONCAP’s Canadian roots and outstanding...
Walter Surface Technologies’ ICECUT magnetic drilling units redesigned to deliver more power
- Aug 23, 2018
- Fabricating
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has redesigned its ICECUT™ line of magnetic drilling units and annular cutters. The ICECUT 100 and 200 models weigh 22 and 27 lbs., respectively, and ACCUDRILL™ technology helps protect against overload, overheating, and cutter breakage. The ergonomic control panel...
Walter Surface Technologies’ SURFOX 30x cleans GMAW, GTAW welds
- Aug 10, 2018
- Welding
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced the SURFOX™ 305, a patented, electrochemical GMAW and GTAW weld cleaning system. It removes heat tint from the HAZ of GTAW, GMAW, and spot welds on stainless steel and aluminum. The unit cleans the surface without disrupting passivation on stainless...
Top tips for abrasives safety
- By Lindsay Luminoso
- Aug 8, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- Article
Proper mounting of abrasives, use of guards, spark control, safety gear, and ergonomics should all be considered when polishing and grinding.
Walter Surface Technologies’ Ironman grinders built for tough jobs
- Jun 28, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced Ironman™ and Ironman™ PS heavy-duty grinders. Designed for strenuous, prolonged use, they feature an ergonomic rattail design, 1,750 W of power, 6-in. wheel capacity, a QUICK-R™ instant release function, and the Walter Stabilizer™ to reduce...
Walter Surface Technologies acquires Blackstone supply agreement from Sundisc Abrasives
- Jun 11, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- News Release
Montreal-based Walter Surface Technologies has announced the acquisition of the Fastenal Blackstone supply agreement and all related inventory from Sundisc Abrasives USA LLC. With this agreement, Walter becomes one of Fastenal’s private label suppliers. “This transaction allows us to accelerate...
Walter Surface Technologies announces Grind to the Cup Sweepstakes winner
- Jun 6, 2018
- Metal Finishing
- News Release
Walter Surface Technologies has announced the grand prize winner of the Grind to the Cup Sweepstakes. Eric Lauriault, co-owner of Concept Pro-Métal in Gatineau, Que., received a VIP Experience at game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals in Las Vegas between the Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals....
General-purpose flap disc designed for use on steel
- Apr 11, 2017
- Welding
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has launched FLEXSTEEL™, a general-purpose flap disc designed for use on steel in light industrial, metal fabrication, and construction applications. The disc features a zirconia alumina abrasive grain blend that self-sharpens with less pressure, allowing it to...
Walter announces appointment of new president and COO
- Feb 9, 2017
- Fabricating
- News Release
Walter Surface Technologies, Pointe-Claire, Que., announced the appointment of Marc-André Aubé as its president and chief operating officer. Before joining the company, Aubé was president and COO of GardaWorld Protective Services. A trained engineer with an MBA and a CFA, Aubé’s professional...
Electrochemical System Removes Heat Tint from Welds
- Oct 30, 2015
- Welding
- Product Release
The SURFOX™ 304 from Walter Surface Technologies is a system for removing heat tint from stainless steel welds (GMAW, GTAW, and spot welding) without altering the surface of the parent material. The system removes surface contaminants and promotes the formation of a uniform and durable chromium...
Electrochemical Weld Cleaning Products Restore Stainless Steel Surfaces
- Aug 11, 2015
- Welding
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has added three electrochemical weld cleaning products to the SURFOX™ line. They are designed to clean, restore, and protect stainless steel surfaces. Designed as a pre-primer, Pre-Weld removes contaminants from metallic surfaces before welding. With a reduced VOC...
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Decreasing Drilling Time
- Mar 10, 2011
- Management
- Article
Increasing the tool penetration rate can have a dramatic impact on drilling time.
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