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These products are immediately available and are a high-quality option for MIG consumables that are fully compatible with OEM.

May 28, 2020 - Metabo Corp. introduces three new cordless brushless reciprocating saws. 

Metabo’s new cordless reciprocating saws include the (12V) PowerMaxx SSE 12 BL Compact, the (18V) SSE 18 LTX BL and (18V) SSE 18 LTX BL Compact. These three new reciprocating saws complement Metabo’s current line of reciprocating saws (ASE 18 LTX and SSE 18 LTX Compact).   

“The three-new reciprocating use Metabo’s brushless motor technology to produce powerful cutting capacity as well as long tool life and long run times. One feature of the saws is an adjustable shoe and a saw blade that is rotatable by 180° for working in confined spaces. The adjustable shoe allows users to set the cutting depth limit quickly and easily; this is especially useful when cutting into a wall to avoid cutting pipes and wires that lay behind it. Metabo’s “compact” reciprocating saws are the first to have this feature.” said Terry Tuerk, Metabo’s Senior Product Manager. 

The (12V) PowerMaxx SSE 12 BL Compact and (18V) SSE 18 LTX BL Compact (18V) include a powerful Metabo brushless motor that delivers up to 3,000 strokes per minute with a stroke length of 5/8”. For versatility, either a reciprocating saw blade or a T-shank jigsaw blade can be inserted, a feature that is unique to the compact models. The PowerMaxx SSE 12 BL Compact (602322890) and SSE 18 LTX BL Compact (602366840) are available as bare models. 

The SSE 18 LTX BL has a powerful Metabo brushless motor that delivers up to 2,700 strokes per minute with a stroke length of 1-1/4 in. The SSE 18 LTX BL Kit (US602267550) comes with two 5.5 Ah batteries, a five pack of blades, a charger and carrying case; it is also available as a bare model (602267850). 

The new reciprocating saws have a tool-free Quick-change system which makes changing saw blades effortless, and the integrated LED work lights illuminate cutting areas for optimum visibility of the cut area. The ergonomic, angled soft-grip handle and lightweight design reduce fatigue.

Metabo has over 90 tools in their cordless line with many more on the way. They have the most complete range of cordless metalworking and industrial tools in the market. Metabo’s cordless tools deliver industrial productivity and POWER, eliminating the need for cords and hoses. 

Metabo battery systems are 100% compatible with older and newer cordless tools. Since 2009, all Metabo battery packs, tools, and chargers in the same Volt class are interchangeable with each other. Ultra-M technology makes this possible due to the perfect communication between tools, battery packs, and chargers. Ultra-M technology allows batteries to be charged gently and efficiently, and patented air-cooled technology means they can be used again in just a short time. 

Metabo batteries offer the latest cell technology, LiHD, high density lithium-ion, with 80% more available power and 100% longer run time than Metabo’s standard Li-Ion batteries. Both feature electronic monitoring of each individual cell for increased protection and maximum battery durability, while an LED charge capacity indicator shows the charge at the touch of a button. Metabo continues to set the bar for industry standards in battery technology through new innovations. 

All Metabo cordless tools are backed by a 3-year warranty and offer a full 3-year replacement guarantee on the battery and charger systems. 

Gouging consumables expand plasma power source capabilities

A cordless jobsite is now a reality for many contractors, including metalworkers

July 10, 2019 - Thermal Dynamics, an ESAB brand, has launched its new Cutmaster Black Series of enhanced performance plasma cutting consumables, which extend operating life by 60 percent compared to standard life electrodes. They are featured on the SL60QD™ 1Torch®, which comes with the Cutmaster® 60i handheld air plasma cutting system. Coupled with internal enhancements on the Cutmaster 60i, the new electrode design increases the unit’s rated cut and piercing capacity to 3/4 in., a 16.6 percent improvement. The Cutmaster® 60i can sever metal up to 1-1/2 in.

“At 37 lbs., the Cutmaster 60i already offered the best power-to-weight ratio on the market. With the Cutmaster Black Series consumables, this 60-amp unit is even more of a cutting beast,” says Kris Scherm, Global Manual Plasma Business & Product Director, ESAB. “With Cutmaster Black Series consumables, users will enjoy lower overall operating costs through extended electrode life and obtain more quality cuts per electrode.”

The SL60QD™ 1Torch® with Cutmaster Black Series consumables is also available as an option for the Cutmaster 58 handheld air plasma cutting system. This unit can pierce and cut 5/8 in. metal, has a maximum sever capacity of 1 in. and features the classic Cutmaster design.

Mechanized Torch Option

For users who want the flexibility to connect a Cutmaster 60i to a cutting table for semiautomated air plasma cutting, Thermal Dynamics now offers the MechPak mechanized package. MechPak comes with everything users need to get started, including an SL100 mechanized 1Torch with 25 ft. or 50 ft. cable, remote pendant, lead with ATC® Torch Connection and consumables.

“The MechPak features a power connector for a start/stop trigger integrated with the ATC Torch Connection,” says Scherm. “Typically applications would include pairing the Cutmaster 60i and MechPak with an ESAB Miggytrac™ or Railtrac™ tractor for semiautomatic cutting, beveling or plasma gouging.”

The Cutmaster 60i and 58 are covered by ESAB’s 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, which provides purchase protection any time with the first 100 days of purchase. The units include an industry leading 4-year warranty on the power supply and a 1-year warranty on the 1Torch.

June 11, 2019 - Saint-Gobain Abrasives has introduced new Norton Merit Pink R928, a better tier of Flap Wheels and Specialty Abrasives, including cartridge/spiral rolls and square/cross pads that feature a superior ceramic grain for greater efficiency when beveling, blending, cleaning/detailing, deburring and finishing stainless steel and other hard-to-grind materials. A variety of Norton Merit Pink mounted points feature Norton 86A aluminum oxide abrasives, providing an excellent combination of friability and form holding. Click Here for More Information.

For hard-to-reach applications, a poly cotton backing on the Norton Merit Pink R928 Flap Wheels and Specialty Abrasives adds more durability compared to traditional cotton back products. Due to a coating on the grain/ bond that reduces friction for a greater grain holding ability, the R928 line cuts cooler and faster on hard-to-grind materials.

“A clear trend in industry today is the growing use of smaller abrasives. Our new Norton Merit Pink Flap Wheels and Specialties answer this need, as well as provide excellent finishes and increased productivity,” said Mr. Patrick Carroll, Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives Senior Product Manager. "When used with our new Handheld Pneumatic Die Grinder, customers have a lightweight, ergonomic grinding solution with more control." The new line is ideally suited for manufacturers across a broad range of industries such as metal fabrication, welding, energy, oil & gas, foundry and castings, MRO and aerospace.

Norton and Merit brands are joining forces to deliver a simpler, comprehensive one-stop shop product portfolio for all specialty abrasives for offhand and portable power tools, within a single "Norton Merit" brand. The Norton Merit Pink line is the first introduction under the new unique branding.

Mini Flap Wheels

Mini Flap Wheels are an ideal choice for a wide variety of blending, deburring and finishing applications. The new Flap Wheels feature an improved resin bond system that extends wheel life and provides less down-time for changeovers. Threaded versions are designed for polishing and finishing intricate surfaces, and are offered in 1 in., 2 in. and 3 in. diameters, mounted on a 1/4 in.-20 thread that enables quick wheel on and off, with no tools required. Shank-mounted Flap Wheels are extremely durable and long-lasting for demanding, heavy stock removal applications, and are offered in 1 in., 2 in. and 3 in. diameters, mounted on a 1/4 in. steel shank.

Cartridge Rolls and Tapered Spiral Rolls

For hard-to-reach inside surfaces and inside corners, Cartridge Rolls and Tapered Spiral Rolls are excellent for flash removal, polishing, or removing machine markets and edge breaking. Cartridge Rolls are offered in 1/4 in., 3/8 in. and 1/2 in. diameters and have a 1 1/2 in. length and 1/8 in. height. Spiral Rolls are available in 3/8 in. and 1/2 in. diameters and have a 1 1/2 in. length and 1/8 in. height.

Square Pads and Cross Pads

Square pads are smoother and easier to control, while grinding almost as fast as hard wheels. Their corners wear down consistently exposes fresh abrasive, and the pad becomes round for less aggressive stock removal. New Norton Merit Pink Square Pads are exceptionally well suited for the quick blending of channels, fillets, corner and spotting flat surfaces. Sizes include 2 in. by 2 in. by 1/2 in., 3 in. by 3 in. by 1/4 in. and 3 in. by 3 in. by 1/2 in.

Cross Pads are shaped to enable seeing through to the contact area for conforming to variable internal diameters. Norton Merit Pink Cross Pads are used for close-tolerance polishing of small radii and channels, deburring, and finishing bell-mouth configurations. Sizes offered include 1 1/2 in. by 1 1/2 in. by 1 1/2 in., 2 in. by 2 in. by 3/4 in. and 3 in. by 3 in. by 1 in.

Mounted Points

Offered in many sizes in several different shapes, Norton Merit Pink 86A Vitrified Bond Mounted Points are used in a broad range of operations on a variety of machines. Mounted points are small grinding wheels permanently fastened to its own spindle. Diameters range from 1/4 in. to 1 in., and are offered in a multitude of configurations and heights.

Patented CleanCut technology from American Torch Tip reduces consumable consumption

MQL uses small amounts of lubricant applied directly to the workpiece

January 9, 2018 - Weiler Abrasives, Cresco, Pennsylvania, has expanded its offering of small diameter cutting and snagging wheels for high-speed die grinders to include Tiger® AO, Tiger Zirc and Tiger Ceramic. These 2- to 4-inch diameter wheels are designed for long life and fast cutting and join the Wolverine™ value wheels already offered in this category. The 38 item-expansion provides end users in the metal fabrication and ship building industry with increasing levels of cutting performance to meet their needs. Weiler Abrasives will offer the Tiger wheels with 1/4- and 3/8-inch arbor hole sizes.

Weiler’s Tiger AO cutting wheels feature an aluminum oxide grain and provide even, sharp, clean cuts along with a hard bond to extend wheel life when cutting steel. Like the Wolverine wheels, Tiger AO wheels are available in thicknesses of .035, 1/16, 1/8 and 1/4 inch.

Weiler Abrasives is offering its high-performance Tiger Zirc cutting wheels in .035-inch thickness. These wheels feature sharp, aggressive zirconia alumina grains that retain a high cut rate throughout the life of the wheel, making them an ideal choice for cutting steels, including structural and cast iron.

For maximum cutting performance, even on stainless steel and hard-to-grind metals, the Tiger Ceramic cutting wheels provide superior life. The self-sharpening grains reduce discoloration by cutting at lower temperatures with less friction and require less effort to use, minimizing operator fatigue. The wheels are available in 1/16-inch thickness.

Weiler Abrasives’ small diameter wheel offering also includes Type 1 Tiger AO and Wolverine AO snagging wheels for die grinders, as well as Type 27 Tiger AO wheels.  This expansion builds on Weiler Abrasives’ offering for die grinders, which includes Tiger Bobcat™ Mini Flap Discs, flap wheels, blending discs and wire end brushes.

Weiler Abrasives
Cresco, Pennsylvania
800/835-9999