Kimball Midwest Blog | Specialty Abrasives

The Right Abrasive for Each Stage of Surface Work

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.

Tags: Abrasives, Specialty Abrasives, Abrasive Wheels, Abrasive Discs

We Have an Abrasive for That!

November 24, 2021 | by Kimball Midwest

In many shops, abrasives are used for a lot of different tasks. Whether you need to smooth, grind, sharpen or something else, choosing the right abrasive tool is critical for effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

Tags: Abrasives, Specialty Abrasives, Abrasive Wheels, Abrasive Discs

Pick the Right Family of Abrasives for Your Job

November 18, 2021 | by Kimball Midwest

You know all about abrasive grains and which one is best for your needs.

Tags: Abrasives, Specialty Abrasives, Abrasive Wheels, Abrasive Discs

Need an Abrasive But Don't Know Which One? This Checklist Can Help!

December 17, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

We know finding what you need in a veritable ocean of choices when it comes to abrasives can be a daunting task, and many people will simply stick to what they know. While that might work for them, what they may not know is in the end it is costing them money because it may not be the best – or even the right – tool for the job.

Tags: Shop Supplies, Abrasives, Specialty Abrasives, Made in the USA

Pick the right grain for the job

November 18, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

You need an abrasive, and you don’t know where to start.

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

Efficiency Matters to Your Bottom Line

September 12, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

When it comes to your bottom line, efficiency matters. For that, you need an organized space to make it easy to find what you need and tools made to last longer and perform better. An efficient use of space, reduced inventory footprint and high-quality tools reduce your downtime and your maintenance, repair and operations costs.

Tags: Cutting Tools, Vendor Managed Inventory, Specialty Abrasives, KM USA, Fastener, Efficiency

Specialty Abrasives for Every Need

June 18, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

So far in our series focused on abrasives, we’ve covered an expansive variety of wheels and discs. But as we conclude, it’s time to review abrasives that exist for more specialized applications.

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

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