Kerry Abrasives Innovative 2-Zone Cutlery Grinding and Polishing Wheels

Improved Cutlery Manufacturing with Kerry Abrasives Innovative 2-Zone Wheels

Kerry Abrasives, a global leader in precision finishing with over 25 years of expertise, has continually developed its 2-Zone Grinding and Polishing Wheels. Specifically engineered for the professional knife and hand tool industry, this unique technology promises to slash production times by combining two traditionally separate manufacturing stages into a single, seamless operation.

The cutlery industry has long struggled with the bottleneck of moving blades between grinding and polishing stations. Kerry Abrasives’ solution utilises a unique dual-bond construction that handles both tasks simultaneously.

The Power of Dual-Zone Technology

The secret to the wheel’s efficiency lies in its sophisticated engineering. Each wheel is divided into two distinct functional areas:

• The Inner Zone (Epoxy Bond): Provides the grinding power required for shaping professional-grade blades and tools.
• The Outer Zone (Rubber Bond): Delivers a high-performance polish and a first-class finish as the blade exits the pass.

By integrating these zones, manufacturers can achieve a perfect finish with excellent corrosion resistance in one pass, significantly increasing operational throughput without sacrificing the tight tolerances required for professional cutlery.

Key Features and Specifications

Designed to be used on the user’s existing machinery, these wheels are built for high-speed environments and specialised machinery.

• Machine Compatibility: Optimized for Berger and Siepmann machines
• Size Range: Diameters up to 500 mm
• Mounting Options: Plain or with threaded inserts
• Speed Performance: Operates at the high speeds of epoxy-coated plastic discs

Direct Partnership and Efficiency

Beyond the hardware, Kerry Abrasives emphasises a direct-from-manufacturer partnership. This approach allows for tailored abrasive solutions that match specific material requirements, leading to a longer service life for the wheels and lower overall overhead for the factory.

“Our 2-zone technology isn’t just about a better finish; it’s about rethinking the efficiency of the entire production line,” says the team at Kerry Abrasives. “We are delivering precision and cost-efficiency in a single package.”

With over two decades of innovation behind them, Kerry Abrasives continues to set the standard for the precision grinding of hand tools, ensuring that your name stamped on your knives represents a product of the highest quality!