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Content about Walter Surface Technologies USA - Page 2
- From The Fabricator
A road map for grinding and finishing stainless steel
- By Cédrik Rochon and Marc Brunet Gagne
- Oct 7, 2020
- Finishing
- Article
Grinding and finishing stainless steel require care and finesse. Optimal efficiency requires the right tools and a well-thought-out strategy.
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies acquires ArcOne
- Feb 28, 2020
- Safety
- News Release
Walter Surface Technologies, a surface treatment technology provider in Windsor, Conn., has acquired ArcOne, a provider of industrial safety products based in Taunton, Mass. Through this acquisition, Walter adds a personal protective equipment product line to its offering, complementing both its...
- From The Fabricator
Walter appoints new regional president
- Feb 12, 2019
- Machining
- News Release
Cutting tool manufacturer Walter, Waukesha, Wis., has appointed Richard Garrick as president of Sales Region World West, which comprises Walter US, Walter Brazil, Walter Mexico, and Walter Canada. He was formerly the president of tool manufacturer Precorp, which joined Sandvik Machining Solutions...
- From The Fabricator
Walter DC150 Perform 5 × Dc drill can be used with all materials
- Jan 7, 2019
- Power Tools
- Product Release
Walter has introduced the DC150 Perform 5 × Dc drill, a solid-carbide drill that can be used universally with all materials and with a variety of workpieces. The drill is suitable for use without internal coolant on small and medium batch sizes. The 140-degree point angle allows for high...
- From The Fabricator
Passivation basics: Will this stainless steel rust?
- By Jonathan Douville
- Nov 11, 2018
- Testing and Measuring
- Article
Passivation is an essential process in the manufacturing of stainless steel. Learn all about passivating stainless steel from the experts at FMA.
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies names CEO, VP of corporate development
- Oct 22, 2018
- Power Tools
- News Release
Walter Surface Technologies, Montreal, a provider of abrasives, power tools, tooling, industrial parts washing systems, cleaners, degreasers, and lubricants, has appointed Marc-André Aubé to CEO and David Wright to vice president corporate development. Following the recent acquisition of Walter...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies’ Enduro-Flex ALU flap discs designed for aluminum blending, finishing
- Sep 27, 2018
- Finishing
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced the Enduro-Flex ALU™ flap disc for aluminum blending and finishing. This abrasive was developed for working with heat-sensitive metals such as aluminum and other nonferrous alloys. The disc’s zirconia alumina grain blend is free of iron, sulfur, and...
- From The Fabricator
ONCAP acquires Walter Surface Technologies
- Sep 21, 2018
- Finishing
- News Release
ONCAP, the midmarket private equity platform of Onex, has purchased a majority stake in Montreal-based Walter Surface Technologies, in partnership with the existing management team. The Walter Group will retain a minority interest in the company. Walter is a provider of abrasives, tooling, power...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies offers Instant Polish and Ultimate Shine flap discs
- Aug 29, 2018
- Finishing
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has released two flap discs for polishing and finishing projects. Instant Polish™ is suitable for fast, single-step finishes. According to the company, it can achieve a No. 8 mirror finish in one step. It can lower metal roughness averages (Ra) by 20 micro-inches and...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies’ SURFOX 30x cleans GMAW, GTAW welds
- Aug 7, 2018
- Finishing
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced the SURFOX™ 305, a patented, electrochemical GMAW and GTAW weld cleaning system. It removes heat tint from the HAZ of GTAW, GMAW, and spot welds on stainless steel and aluminum. The unit cleans the surface without disrupting passivation on stainless...
- From The Fabricator
Walter’s WSM01 grade cutting inserts machine hard materials
- Jul 31, 2018
- Finishing
- Product Release
Walter has introduced WSM01, a grade designed for demanding machining applications. Coupled with the company’s new MS3 negative geometry, it produces burr-free results with high surface finish quality in hard materials such as high-temperature, titanium, cobalt-based, and INCONEL® alloys, the...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies’ ICECUT magnetic drilling units redesigned to deliver more power
- Jul 20, 2018
- Power Tools
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has redesigned its ICECUT™ line of magnetic drilling units and annular cutters. The ICECUT 100 and 200 models weigh 22 and 27 lbs., respectively, and ACCUDRILL™ technology helps protect against overload, overheating, and cutter breakage. The ergonomic control panel...
- From The Welder
Walter Surface Technologies’ ErgoFlex abrasive disc blends welds on flat, curved surfaces
- Jun 27, 2018
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has unveiled the ErgoFlex™ abrasive disc. Combining a type-29 disc design and the company’s proprietary Cyclone™ technology, the disc is designed for extremely smooth weld blending on both flat and curved surfaces. With a 36-grit or higher abrasive grain blend, the...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies acquires Blackstone supply agreement from Sundisc Abrasives
- Jun 7, 2018
- Finishing
- News Release
Montreal-based Walter Surface Technologies has announced the acquisition of the Fastenal® Blackstone® supply agreement and all related inventory from Sundisc Abrasives USA LLC. With this agreement, Walter becomes one of Fastenal’s private label suppliers. Blackstone is one of Fastenal’s...
- From The Fabricator
Walter Surface Technologies’ Ironman grinders built for tough jobs
- Jun 7, 2018
- Power Tools
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has introduced Ironman™ and Ironman™ PS heavy-duty grinders. Designed for strenuous, prolonged use, they feature an ergonomic rattail design, 1,750 W of power, 6-in. wheel capacity, a QUICK-R™ instant release function, and the Walter Stabilizer™ to reduce...
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