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Surface Conditioning with Abrasives

June 7, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

The previous installments of this series covered cutting and grinding abrasives, which are used to shape your work piece. In many cases, you may wish to use a surface preparation/conditioning abrasive as the next step, to clean and polish your work piece for a finishing touch or to prepare it for painting.

Tags: Abrasives, Quality Products, Surface Conditioning, Surface Preparation

The Nitty Gritty on Grinding Wheels and Discs

May 31, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Grinding wheels and discs aggressively and quickly shape and remove metal and are ideal to use when the finish doesn’t matter. Common uses include smoothing weld beads, removing rust, grinding edges and rapidly removing stock. They are often used in fabrication, trailer/equipment repair and general maintenance.

Tags: Abrasives, Quality Products, Best Tools for the Job, Grinding wheels, Grinding Discs

When to Use a Flap Disc or Flap Wheel

May 24, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

When most people think of abrasives, they probably think first about a standard grinding wheel or disc. So when does it make sense to change course and instead use a flap disc or flap wheel?

Tags: Abrasives, Quality Products, Grinding wheels, Flap Wheel, Flap Disc

Cut-Off and Grinding Wheels Made Simple

May 17, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

As the name would suggest, cut-off wheels are made to cut things off. Be it a stubborn bolt, nail, separating a weld that is no longer needed, or simply needs to be separated and redone.

Tags: Abrasives, Quality Products, Best Tools for the Job, cut-off wheels, Grinding wheels

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Abrasives

May 14, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

So, you want to learn more about abrasives … Really, who doesn’t?

Tags: Abrasives, Quality Products, Best Tools for the Job, Education

Finding the Right Paint for the Job

April 29, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Painting can mean any number of things to any number of people.

Tags: Paint, Quality Products, Inverted Paint, Field Paint

5 Tips to Keep Your Drains Clean and Clear

April 25, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Most people don’t think about drains until they cause problems. Over time, drains can accumulate buildup that can slow drainage or stop it altogether. Clogged drains can cause serious backup, creating a big mess you need to clean up. Regularly cleaning and maintaining your drains keeps them functioning well.

Tags: Chemicals, Quality Products, Plumbing, Drain Maintenance, Drains

How to Remove Paint

April 16, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Painting is basically a job anyone can do, depending on what you are looking for. If you want to paint a room in your home, any big box or local hardware store can supply you with brushes, rollers, pans, drop cloths, tape … and, of course, paint. (Although we, of course, recommend the great performance of our Ultra Pro-Max line.) You don’t have to call in an expert, unless you want to.

Tags: How To, Paint, Quality Products, Restoration, Paint Removal

How to Develop Talent in Your Auto Shop

April 9, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Is employee recruiting and retention an issue in your auto shop? It might be a challenge to find and keep good technicians, but giving them continuing education, training and development opportunities is as beneficial for you as it is for them.

Tags: Safety, Training, Automotive, Employee Engagement

Crossing the Finish Line

April 2, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

“It doesn’t matter whether you come in first, in the middle of the pack, or last. You can say, ‘I have finished.’ There is a lot of satisfaction in that.” – Fred Lebow

Tags: Paint, Family, Adhesive, Lubricant, Pinewood Derby

How to Strip, Clean and Repaint Your Equipment

March 28, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

An unfortunate byproduct of hard work is the high probability of damaging equipment. But on the bright side, properly repairing that equipment can make it as good as new and save you from emptying the piggy bank to purchase replacements.

Tags: Maintenance, How To, Preparation, Repair, Paint, Restoration

Avoid These Common Spray Painting Mistakes

March 26, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Spray paint is an economical way to add a polished and professional look to your projects. It’s easy to use but just as easy to make mistakes if you skip any steps or rush through the process. With the right preparation and a little patience, you can avoid these common mistakes.

Tags: Safety, Paint, Quality Products

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