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PFERD is recognised for the depth of range, trusted for extremely high quality products, and is a widely used brand amongst operators all over the world. Regardless of the application or industry, be it chemical, steelworks, foundries, pipeline, automotive,...

The Rupes LHR21 & LHR15 Mark III random orbital polishers have many advanced features which make them the ideal tools for polishing large surface areas. The 21mm orbit and 150mm backing pad of the LHR21 means that the operator of the polisher can achieve extremely...

Contaminating stainless steel with mild steel can be a costly mistake to make when shotblasting, and it is often difficult to correct and remove. In addition, getting the best surface finish can be very tricky unless you use the most appropriate cleaning chemicals and...

The VSM Actirox AF890 & AF799 Fibre Discs are the latest generation of abrasives for efficient stock removal and there are a number of applications that these discs are also useful for, such as deburring, bevelling, cleaning, the removal of imperfections and the...

Apprenticeships are a fantastic way for people of all ages to get started in a variety of exciting sectors and industries. Apprenticeship programs, which have grown in popularity in recent years, provide students with the opportunity to learn and obtain National...

If you don’t currently consider the type and quality of putty that you use when refinishing a car body, then think again! It can end up costing you a lot if you don’t get it right, and the painter will have to deal with the consequences, which could even entail having...

The DA-FINE and DA-COARSE Bigfoot Compounds from Rupes feature all new formulae with increased performance for all dual action tools, including the Bigfoot Random Orbital and Mill Gear-Driven tools, and are extremely effective at providing a high-quality surface...

When it comes to operating an angle grinder to cut metal, many variables play are important, including selecting the suitable abrasive and effectively operating it. While each operator's skill level and technique are unique, there are a few typical errors to avoid...

Our Sales Team is very excited about the latest addition to our Rupes range – the new Rupes KS300 Professional Vacuum Cleaner! According to our Sales Manager Anthony Doherty “this is a seriously impressive bit of kit” and he believes that as health & safety in the...

We get so many enquiries about cleaning, passivating and protecting stainless steel and are always delighted to help our customers develop a system, which suits their particular needs and environment. Cleaning can be performed by mechanical process with the use of...

Over the past almost thirty years, our abrasive belt production & sales teams have solved many problems for our customers, including helping them to choose the right sanding belt for their particular application. Whether you are smoothing or polishing, grinding or...

Globe Abrasives, based and manufacturing in Parma Italy, are world renowned since 1961 for their quality and expertise when it comes to cutting and grinding metals. They are also at the vanguard of the industry when it comes to innovation in safety and performance....

Belt sanders are great power tools for removing old finishes, like paint and varnish, from furniture. Coming in different shapes and sizes, the same mechanical principle is used for all belt sander models. A battery powered, electrical or air tool rotates two drums...

How many times over the Irish hot spell of 2018 have you or your children accidentally smeared sunscreen all over the bodywork of your car? Twice? Three times? Maybe more times than you can count? If this has happened to you, then you will understand the hardship of...