The fabrication of precision tools, components and workpieces often requires the accuracy of a surface grinder to produce a smooth, clean finish. LSG Machine Tools supplies a wide range of quality refurbished surface grinders whether they are required to manufacture the inner working mechanisms of vehicles or to produce windmills for energy.
Basic Working Principle of a Surface Grinder
Relied upon for its exceptional material removal capacity, this machinery is specifically engineered to remove material from a workpiece through the strategic placement of abrasives on the surface and edges of the stationary, rotating grinding wheel. The abrasives and grinding wheel function as cutting tools with the unique capability of handling various dimensional tolerances preventing any possible distortion and damage to the metal workpiece. It is important to note that as the base of the wheel touches the workpiece, the condition of the wheel needs to be checked regularly.
Primary Objectives of Surface Grinders
A high-quality, precision surface grinder can be used for both large and small-scale metal fabrication, playing a pivotal role in improving the functionality of a workpiece.
- Flat surface: This equipment is commonly used for flat surface cutting and creating smooth finishes to completed workpieces.
- Surface improvement and precision grinding: When manufacturing metal components for aesthetics, tight tolerances and function, a surface grinder produces a smooth and precise finish.
- Removal of material: These machines enable fabricators to successfully remove excess material from a workpiece, achieving the correct size and dimensions.
- Grinding thin materials: Thin and delicate materials may be prone to warping and damage during machining processes, but a surface grinder can grind these workpieces with relative ease without any distortion.
This piece of equipment is easy to operate, increases productivity, enhances efficiency, and can be automated for repetitive fabrication making them the preferred machines to use for fine finishes and precisely measured work pieces.
Ideally situated in Gauteng, LSG Machine Tools is proud to boast a product line of over 600 engineering and sheet metal machines that can be viewed and tested at our premises before purchase. Whether the task at hand requires boring mills or hydraulic presses, contact us and we will gladly assist you.