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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.
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 2, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Kimball Midwest is more than just a supplier of quality maintenance, repair and operations products. We provide solutions to help your business run more efficiently. Since 1923, we’ve been committed to serving customers with unmatched quality, personalized service and a dedication to doing things the right way.
May 1, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Fasteners are one of the smallest pieces in your shop, but they play a huge role. Choosing the right fastener is critical in getting the job done right, but when you're working under pressure, it can be easy to overlook the small details that make a big difference.
April 24, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
Kimball Midwest offers a comprehensive range of electrical components, including extension cords.
February 20, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
When it comes to maintaining equipment, facilities or machinery, a reliable and trusted product is key to knowing the job will be done right. Kimball Midwest prides itself in offering high quality products to make maintenance tasks easier by solving problems and requiring less time spent on repairs.
February 13, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest
When it comes to electrical systems, the last thing you want is an unexpected failure, especially when it can lead to costly downtime, safety risks or the need for unplanned maintenance. In fact, estimates suggest that over 60% of unplanned maintenance is electrical-related, with nearly 80% of electrical failures happening at the point of termination. That's why it's crucial to understand the role of proper materials, tools and techniques to ensure a reliable and long-lasting electrical connection.
December 19, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest
Just as quickly as it came, 2024 will soon be over. Following our centennial celebration last year, we began this year reinvigorated and eager to continue serving customers and making an impact in the maintenance, repair and operations industry. This way, we can continue providing you with the superior products, customer service, product availability and more, both now and for the next 100+ years.
December 12, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest
Every season requires different items around the shop, and perhaps no season has more specific products than winter.
September 26, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest
Do you want a tool that is not only powerful but versatile, too? Look no further than an angle grinder.
September 19, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest
When searching for the right reciprocating saw blades for your shop, the key question is what materials or applications you routinely use them for.
June 27, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest
Today, as National Safety Month wraps up, we’re featuring a vital component of workplace safety and one that can often be overlooked when making a list of safety practices: lockout/tagout.
