New Abrasive Discs for Automotive and Composite Applications
The new non-stearated PureSand A255 discs last two to three times longer than conventional non-stearated discs. The automotive and composite material manufacturers that have evaluated PureSand discs have generated productivity rates similar to that of stearated discs, while producing the defect and contamination-free surfaces of non-stearated discs.
Stearated products have a higher risk of lowering the surface energy of the paint, negatively affecting the appearance or the adhesion of subsequent layers. PureSand A255 discs do not significantly affect the surface energy of the paint, reducing appearance and adhesion concerns.
PureSand A255 discs are available in 5" diameters with Speed-Grip(R) hook and loop backing with and without vacuum holes. Norton PureSand discs have been evaluated for surface roughness (Rz) by an accredited independent laboratory. Both hand and machine conditions were evaluated in the labs and passed all surface roughness tests for E-Coat and Primer surfaces.
Norton is a brand of Saint-Gobain Abrasives, one of the top 100 industrial companies in the world. Saint-Gobain is a leading producer of abrasives, building materials, flat glass, insulation, reinforcements, packaging, pipe, ceramics and plastics. Headquartered in Paris, Saint-Gobain had worldwide sales of $26.6 billion in 2000. The company has approximately 170,000 employees in more than 45 countries. In the U.S. and Canada, Saint-Gobain employs approximately 31,000 people, and has more than 200 manufacturing locations. Its total U.S. and Canada sales in 2000 were approximately $6.5 billion. Saint-Gobain's web site is www.saint-gobain.com.
The Norton web site is www.nortonabrasives.com.
CONTACT: Norton Abrasives
Barry Cole
508-795-5709
Barry.D.Cole@saint-gobain.com
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