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October 16, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Cutting tools — whether drill bits, reamers or hole cutters — play a central role in ensuring accuracy and consistency in fabrication and maintenance operations. Yet, there can still be failures. Not from poor tool quality, but from improper use or lack of maintenance or oversight during operation. Following a structured approach before, during and after use can dramatically extend tool life and prevent accidents.
October 9, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
As you might expect because of their name, diamond abrasives are among the elite options when it comes to cutting and grinding.
October 2, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
When it comes to cutting tools, safety isn’t just about following the manual, it’s about noticing the warning signs before they cost you time, money and even your health. Overlooking small issues can quickly snowball into big problems, from expensive medical bills to missed deadlines.
September 25, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
If you’re used to calling in orders, you’re not alone. It feels simple and familiar.
But what if you could get the same personal service while saving time, reducing errors and gaining more control over your purchases? That’s exactly what KimballMidwest.com’s tools are built to do. The best part: your sales rep is still part of the process and will continue to provide the exceptional customer service you value.
September 11, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Choosing the right abrasive can mean the difference between a smooth, efficient job and wasted time, money and effort. With so many abrasive types available, each tailored to specific materials and applications, it’s important to understand their unique properties, intended uses and how they best perform. We’ve created this guide to break down the seven main abrasive categories at Kimball Midwest, compare their grains, highlight their best uses and provide examples of where they shine.
September 4, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
When it comes to surface work, choosing the right abrasive for the job at hand isn’t always easy. From heavy stock removal to polishing, there are multiple steps you must take to get to a finished project.
August 28, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
In the fast-paced world of Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO), efficiency is key. MRO buyers often find themselves juggling multiple tasks, from managing inventory to troubleshooting equipment issues. Amidst this chaos, finding the right balance between leveraging the expertise of sales representatives and the convenience of online shopping can be a game-changer.
August 21, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
You know you're getting quality fasteners when you're purchasing from Kimball Midwest. But what happens when you're dealing with unknown fasteners, maybe part of older equipment or an off-brand repair that snaps off, has rounded over or seizes in place? These damaged fasteners can bring repair work to a grinding halt, causing extended downtime and frustration.
August 14, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Spills happen – even in the most cautious of workplaces. They are more than just a mess and an inconvenience. They are a safety hazard and can even be an environmental risk. No matter if it’s just a drip, a spill from a container or a leak, it’s important to act fast to contain and clean up the spill so everyone is kept safe and operations continue to run smoothly.
August 7, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
When deciding what fasteners and related products are needed in your shop, there are many things to consider.
July 31, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
In our previous blog post, Maximize Equipment Performance: Fluid Flow 101, we explored the foundational elements that keep your fluid systems running smoothly. But maintaining optimal flow doesn’t stop at initial setup — proactive maintenance and the right tools are essential for long-term system efficiency and reliability.
July 24, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Running a maintenance or repair shop is no easy job. Between keeping the shop up and running, managing parts inventory and making sure the right tools are always on hand, it’s easy for minor problems to pile up. With so much going on, these minor problems can mean major headaches for you down the road.
