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This line is compliant with theUnited States FDA directive thatrestricts the use of bovine materialsand also complies with any regula­tion that restricts the use of animalcomponents ofany kind. These com­pounds are best when used with ourFiber Center Flat Buff, which hasno gaps on the outside edge, makingit excellent for small-parts finishingand deburring. For more informa­tion, visit www.jasonfinishing.com.

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COMPOUNDSOsbornlJacksonLea (jasonFinishing Group) has unveiled itsnew line of bar and liquid com­pounds that are free of any animalfat, oil, or any ingredient derivedfrom animal sources, makingthem ideal for use in the food pro­cessing and medical supply industry.

shaft machines contains specialshapes for difficult-to-access placesand a wide selection of abrasives. Formore information, call (800) 323-6886or visit www.suhnerabrasivesusa.com.

FLEX SHAFT GRINDERSuhner Abrasive's new Rotostar,with 1,700 watts of power and a widerange ofstraight and angled tool hold­ers, delivers the power and speeds(3,000, 6,000 and 12,000 min-I) toachieve any finish, from grainingstainless steel up to mirror finishes.The Rotostar range of flexible drive

yourself for free! Our BlueAway is afantastic cleaner for dies and molds,and it can be used to remove heat­caused "blu-ing" from stainless steelwelds. It also serves as an excellentpurging compound. For more infor­mation on both products, visitwww.competitionchemicals.com. Foryour free sample of Simichrome, call(641) 648-5121 and ask for Dept. 724.

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FREE SAMPLES:INDUSTRIAL METAL POLISHSimichrome, from CompetitionChemicals, is one of the finest indus­trial-grade metal polishes available.Simichrome is an excellent finishingpolish and purging compound. Wordscan't do Simichrome justice, so try it

pendent "swing-action," thus main­taining a uniform and quality finishthroughout the life of the wheel. Theunique pack design eliminates vibra­tion, while chatter marks reducescrap and machine maintenance.The Challenger is available in coatedabrasive, non-woven, cloth, and sisalmaterials. For more information,call (800) 292-9903 or visitwww.schaffnermfg.com.

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ABRASIVES, BUFFS &COMPOUNDSThe Schaffner Industrial Finishingfamily reintroduces the BelangerChallenger Flap Wheel. TheChallenger offers unlimited applica­tions to solve today's productionneeds. The patented clip allows inde-

has introduced a new line ofhigh-pro­duction, dual-arm robotic (Fanuc)polishing and deburring systems foraluminum die cast components.

High-volume, lower-cost products(die castings) requiring manual fin­ishing operations have continuallybeen prime candidates for importingfrom lower-wage markets. Whyaccept the burden of outsourcingyour parts in an attempt to takeadvantage of lower-wage labor mar­kets? With its export-friendly foot­print, simple teach pendant program­ming, and low-maintenance design,the Acme Dual Arm is ideally suitedto be your own in-house low-costlabor source. If you're currently out­sourcing or considering outsourcingyour finishing operations, let theindustry experts at Acme show youexamples and options for affordable,high-volume automation solutions.For more information, call (248) 393­4208, e-mail saadj@acmemfg.com. orvisit www.acmemfg.com.

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ROBOTIC POLISHING SYSTEMSAcme Manufacturing Co., a worldleader in design and integration ofautomated polishing, buffing, debur­ring, and grinding systems since 1910,

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