July 2011

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EQUIPMENT

WET POLISHER
FLEX North America Inc., Greer, S.C., introduces the  LE 12-3 wet polisher designed for stone work. With a 9.3-amp motor with a no-load variable speed of 1,200-3,700 rpm; the unit also feature a new design with the water feed and control below the housing for more free space in the tool grip. The 6 1/2’ water-feed hose includes a brass quick-fit connector for a standard 1/2” supply.
Contact: FLEX North America Inc., 877-331-6103.

CORE BIT
Pearl Abrasive Co., Los Angeles, introduces the P4 core bit engineered with ADM™ (Advance Diamond Matrix) diamond pattern and layering technology. Designed with extended segments for added durability and core protection, the 3 1/4”-long tool is ideal for cutting holes in granite and other natural stone, dry or wet. Maximum speed is 10,000 rpm;  it’s available in diameters of 1 1/4”, 1 3/8”, 1 1/2” and 2”.
Contact: Pearl Abrasive Co., 800-969-5561.

BAR CLAMP
Granite City Tool Co., Waite Park, Minn., offers the Jorgensen E-Z Hold II Spreader/Bar Clamp series for single-handed use. With a 2 3/8” reach and furnished with soft, durable plastic pads, the dual clamp/spreader features an in-line advancing handle providing greater travel per squeeze. Available sizes are 16”, 22”, 28” and 36”.
Contact: Granite City Tool Co.,  800-328-7094.

GRINDING PADS
Applied Diamond Tools, Chesterfield, Mo., introduces 4”-diameter metal-bond flexible diamond grinding discs/pads for heavy to medium grinding of granite and other types of stones. The metal bond provides additional aggressiveness and life, and greater flexibility than diamond cup wheels for working on curved areas. The pads can be used wet or dry (wet recommended); available in grits of 30, 50, 100 and 200, the pads have color-coded Velcro® backs.
Contact: Applied Diamond Tools, 800-980-7808.