Superior Results: Finishing
Refined finishing products and systems assist your metalworking shop in producing smooth, consistent surfaces, managing powder delivery with precision and versatility, and utilizing cleaners that remove contaminants while offering lasting corrosion resistance.
Abrasive Belt Machines for Removal and Final Finishing
The Dynastraight® Series of portable air-powered abrasive tools from Dynabrade, Inc. (Clarence, NY) feature an ergonomically designed, lightweight composite housing which reduces tool vibration and is thermal-insulated to prevent cold air transmission to the operator. Specific applications of Dynastraight tools include paint and rust removal, refining before final finishing, medium and fine grain finishing and final finishing.
Available in horsepower’s ranging from .4-to-1, the tools are ideal for use with coated abrasive belts, abrasive impregnated non-woven nylon products, coated abrasive flap wheels, buffs and non-woven nylon belts mounted on Dynacushion® inflatable pneumatic wheels. Use the inflatable pneumatic wheel for finishing work surfaces of virtually any shape, contour, or material; excellent for finishing stainless steel and other metals. Wheel conforms to the contour of the work surface.
Work on a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, copper, brass, plastic, fiberglass, composites, wood and more. The straight-line tools feature high quality air motors ranging from 950 rpm up to 18,000 rpm. The tools also feature an adjustable speed air motor and a standard muffler, which reduces noise levels in the workplace. Made in the U.S.A.
Low-pressure Spray Gun Redesign Focuses on Ergonomics and Reliability
Dürr Systems LLC (Southfield, MI), part of the Dürr Group, has launched the EcoGun ACE pro, a redesigned generation of low-pressure spray guns that optimize industrial painting.
This model enhances performance across automotive and maritime sectors by prioritizing ergonomics and operational reliability.
Key improvements include:
- Reduces fatigue: The 23% lighter chassis improves handling and eases physical strain on operators.
- Accelerates transitions: A quick-change color channel switches colors in seconds, eliminates flushing, and slashes solvent waste.
- Refines control: Larger adjustment elements and a new rotary knob prevent accidental setting changes. The optimized air valve ensures precise pressure from the first trigger pull.
Powder Management Center Built for Speed, Engineered for Precision
Gema USA Inc.’s (Indianapolis, IN) OptiCenter® All-in-One (OC11) powder management center delivers unmatched control, efficiency, and the industry’s fastest color change capability. By combining OptiSpray All-in-One™ application pump technology with advanced dense-phase powder delivery, the OC11 optimizes both application performance and powder handling in a single, compact solution.
At the core of the system is the DualSpeeder™ configuration with two OptiSpeeder™ powder hoppers. This design allows operators to prepare and apply two independent colors either sequentially for ultra-fast color changes or in parallel for simultaneous coating. The result is exceptional production flexibility, reduced downtime, and higher throughput.
The OptiCenter All-in-One features Gema’s latest dense-phase innovations, including Smart Inline Technology for linear, reproducible powder output, a straight-path design for superior cleaning efficiency, and Precise Charge Control for accurate low-current applications. Integrated PowerBoost® electrostatics, Digital Valve Control, and customizable coating programs ensure consistent, high-quality finishes across a wide range of applications.
Operation is intuitive via the integrated 7-inch OptiControl™ touchscreen, simplifying both coating and color change processes. With no cabinet required, the OC11’s compact, ergonomic design minimizes installation time and easily adapts to any system layout.
Fresh and recovery powder systems utilize proven OptiFeed™ pumps, delivering gentle, consistent powder flow with minimal maintenance, ensuring reliable performance and long-term efficiency.
With the OptiCenter All-in-One, Gema redefines what’s possible in powder coating — bringing speed, precision, and flexibility together in one intelligent system designed to keep production moving faster, cleaner and smarter.
Non-woven Flap Discs Tame Rough Edges
Klingspor Abrasives, Inc.’s (Hickory, N.C.) best-selling 800 Series non-woven flap discs are the smooth operators of metal blending and finishing. Tame rough edges and leave metal looking clean and ready to
shine. Want a little more bite with that polish? The 850 Series brings a hybrid mix of non-woven and traditional abrasives for fast removal and a refined finish so you can get the best of both worlds.
Klingspor Abrasives is a global manufacturer and distributor of coated and bonded abrasives with its U.S. headquarters in Hickory.
Heavy-duty Cleaning with Proven Corrosion Protection
KYZEN’s (Nashville, TN) METALNOX M6324CP is a heavy-duty, alkaline aqueous cleaner engineered to deliver effective soil removal while providing long-term steel corrosion protection in demanding metal fabrication environments. Designed for use in machining, stamping, and deep draw operations, M6324CP removes paraffinic oils, machining fluids, and difficult soils such as carbon smut commonly found in high-soil manufacturing processes.
Effective cleaning is a critical first step in metal finishing and passivation because residual oils and soils can compromise surface quality and corrosion resistance. By thoroughly preparing metal surfaces, METALNOX M6324CP supports consistent finishing results and helps ensure that passivated surfaces perform as intended.
Featuring an oil-splitting formulation, METALNOX M6324CP promotes efficient separation of oils from the cleaning bath, supporting longer bath life, improved process stability, and reduced maintenance requirements. In addition to its robust cleaning performance, the cleaner provides steel corrosion protection for up to 90 days of indoor storage, helping prevent flash rust and corrosion without the need for a separate rust inhibitor. This integrated corrosion protection helps extend the functional and cosmetic life of metal parts by safeguarding surfaces during post-cleaning handling, storage, and downstream processing.
METALNOX M6324CP is designed for flexibility in multi-stage cleaning systems and can be added to both wash and rinse stages, allowing manufacturers to tailor corrosion protection and passivation support to specific process requirements.
Mill Scale Wheel Delivers Fast, Efficient Removal of Tough Mill Scale
Weiler Abrasives (Cresco, PA), a leading producer of abrasives and power brushes for surface conditioning, offers the new Tiger Mill Scale wheel, an abrasive product designed to quickly and efficiently remove mill scale from hot-rolled carbon steel. This new addition to the Tiger portfolio provides a targeted solution for industries such as shipbuilding, pressure vessel manufacturing and metal fabrication where heavy mill scale removal is critical for weld preparation.
“The market has been demanding a better solution for removing heavy mill scale because previous options would just push the scale around without delivering results or have a very short product life,” said Tony Hufford, sector manager, metal fabrication, Weiler Abrasives. “Our new Tiger Mill Scale wheel addresses this need with a unique design and formulation that delivers exceptional performance in even the toughest applications with heavy mill scale — resulting in a clean, uniform surface to ensure proper weld penetration.”
Tiger Mill Scale wheels feature a circular studded design that aggressively cuts through thick scale and prevents loading or glazing. The type 29 curved shape increases the contact area of the wheel, maximizing material removal rates, improving operator comfort and deterring gouging. In addition, the Tiger 2.0 bond formulation provides long wheel life while the zirconia alumina grains deliver a high cut rate for the entire life of the wheel. The Tiger Mill Scale wheel is available with a 5/8-11 quick connect hub in 4-1/2”, 5” and 6” diameters.
