Practical Welding Today - January/February 2012

Sharp edges are a safety hazard and can result in product liability. Removing them instantly makes your work environment safer.

tion. It can be set up with 40-, 60-, 80-, or 120-grit flap wheels, depending on your finish requirement. For most carbon steel jobs, 40- or 60-grit flaps are sufficient, while stainless and aluminum applications require either 80- or 120- grit flap wheels.

The machine’s flap wheels can be
adjusted as they wear, and one set of
wheels lasts for approximately 6,500 ft.
of stainless steel sheet. In addition, this
type of machine can be set up in the
shop either vertically or horizontally to
handle the deburring operation from
the top or from the side. A dust extrac-
tion port can be attached to the machine
to couple with an industrial dust collec-
tion system, increasing efficiency and
workplace safety.

Many job shops are using new technologies to improve efficiency, lower operating costs, and increase profits.

You might find that a beveling and deburring machine with a fixed beveling angle of 45 degrees and an infinitely adjustable beveling width from 0 to 3⁄ 8 in. fits your scheme. Precise adjustment of the facet width is controlled with a handwheel.

These machines are stationary, require little maintenance, and are operated by a single person. They run on 220- or 440-V power. If possible, try to place the deburring equipment directly into the fabrication process.

Relying on an automated deburring machine to do more of the cleanup may allow you to run your machines a little faster, increasing your output, lowering your costs, and, most importantly, improving your bottom line. n