by Rebecca Walker — March 31, 2010—Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, now offers a 7-inch Angle Grinder Surface Prep Kit ideal for use in concrete surface grinding of large areas and floors.
The new system includes a Metabo W23-230 large angle grinder and a dust control shroud that protects users from harmful debris commonly generated in surface grinding applications. When used with an optional vacuum, such as Metabo’s ASR2050, the Surface Prep Kit helps to protect users from silica dust exposure in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
The 7-inch shroud, made from virgin polyurethane, easily opens to allow operators to work flush against a wall, eliminating secondary cleaning of corners and hard to reach spaces, notes the company. The ergonomic design of the shroud includes a stabilization handle above the grinder to ensure a secure grip while operating the grinder with the shroud in place. Molded vacuum ports in the shroud allow vacuum connections for 2-1/4″ internally and 2-1/2″ externally. A punched relief hole prevents vacuum lock.
Metabo’s new 7-inch Surface Prep Kit is ideal for large areas of heavy duty grinding applications in the concrete industry where surface preparation, removal of coatings, leveling and the elimination of over-pour are needed.
For more information, see the Metabo Web site.
