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3M Industrial Abrasives
3M Center, 223-6N-02
St Paul, MN 55144
Phone: 651-733-2989
Fax: 651-733-5273
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Sales Contact
Cynthia Runyan
Email: clrunyan1@mmm.com
Recent Content on The Fabricator for 3M Industrial Abrasives
- From The Fabricator
A new dimension in beveling abrasives
3M has introduced a new abrasive for metal fabricating, and one plate beveler, Kentucky-based Precision Bevel, is very excited about the results.
- From The Fabricator
The rise of the collaborative robots on display at Automate 2023 in Detroit
- By Dan Davis
- Jul 24, 2023
- Automation and Robotics
- Article
For manufacturers and job shops with a high-mix, low-volume production portfolio, there's likely a collaborative robot that fits a need. Editor-in-Chief Dan Davis saw it on full display at Automate 2023 in Detroit.
- From The Fabricator
A3 Robotic Grinding & Finishing Conference comes to Minneapolis July 25-26
- Jun 20, 2023
- Automation and Robotics
- News Release
Companies seeking information on automated material removal and finishing can learn about the latest tools, best practices, and success stories at the A3 Robotic Grinding & Finishing Conference in Minneapolis, July 25-26. Organized by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) and presented...
- From The Fabricator
Finishing the job ... whatever it takes
- By Kate Bachman
- Dec 23, 2021
- Finishing
- Article
To a metal finishing company like V&L Polishing, Addison, Ill., “finish the job” has more than one meaning. Often, finishing a metal piece centers around the media used; sometimes, it means using the right machinery; and at other times, it’s a matter of applying ingenuity, experience, technique, and a desire to help people. And it definitely means getting the job done—no matter what.
- From The Fabricator
3M Xtract Cubitron II 710W mesh abrasive disc achieves up to 97% dust removal
- Nov 19, 2021
- Finishing
- Product Release
3M has introduced its Xtract Cubitron II 710W Net Abrasive Disc, which removes up to 97% of dust particles as it sands metal, composite, and wood surfaces.
- From The Fabricator
Can fabricators really automate grinding?
For some applications, automated grinding cells can deal with more variability than ever before.
- From The Welder
3M Silver grinding wheels designed to last longer
- Dec 28, 2018
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Product Release
3M™ Silver depressed-center grinding wheels are a new class of right-angle abrasives. The wheels use the company’s precision-shaped grains, which are formed into sharp peaks to slice through metal. According to the company, the grains allow the abrasive to cut cooler and faster and last longer....
- From The Fabricator
3M VHB tape GPH withstands high temperatures
- Jun 14, 2018
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M™ offers the GPH series of VHB™ tape, designed to withstand the high temperatures found in powder coating and liquid paint processes. It handles operating temperatures up to 450 degrees F, with long-term durability in conditions up to 300 degrees. The tape adheres to high- and...
- From The Fabricator
Unitized wheel offers long life
- Dec 25, 2017
- Finishing
- Product Release
3M offers the new Scotch-Brite® Deburr and Finish PRO 2S FIN unitized wheel. The fast-cutting wheels last up to two times longer than comparable products and deliver desired and repeatable finishes, states the manufacturer. Suitable for the oil and gas, aerospace, automotive, and general metal...
- From The Fabricator
High-temperature polyester tapes prevent surface contamination
- Oct 20, 2016
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M has introduced 3M™ Polyester Tapes 875 and 876. Designed to remove cleanly even in high-temperature applications and prevent surface contamination, the tapes help eliminate the need for extra steps in manufacturing processes. The high-temperature rubber (nonsilicone) tape holds temporarily but...
- From The Fabricator
Metal bonder formulated to bond bare metals
- Oct 11, 2016
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M™ has introduced Scotch-Weld™ metal bonder acrylic adhesive DP8407NS Gray. This high-strength, fast-curing structural adhesive offers high peel and durability and maintains its strength at temperatures as low as -40 degrees F, states the company. The product is suitable for bonding metals...
- From The Fabricator
Surface-conditioning discs handle aluminum, soft metal surfaces
- Jan 4, 2016
- Finishing
- Product Release
Combining blending and finishing capabilities, Scotch-Brite™ nonwoven surface-conditioning discs from 3M feature an open-web construction that resists loading. They are suitable for blending on aluminum, oily carbon, and other soft metal surfaces. According to the manufacturer, the discs blend...
- From The Fabricator
Structural acrylic adhesives simplify production of large assemblies
- Aug 13, 2015
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M™ offers Scotch-Weld™ acrylic adhesive DP8425NS and low-odor acrylic adhesive DP8825NS. The products reach handling strength in 45 min. and structural strength (1,000 PSI) in 50 min. According to the manufacturer, the adhesives help simplify the production of large assemblies because...
- From The Fabricator
Structural acrylic adhesives offer extended process window, fast cure time
- Jul 29, 2015
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M™ Scotch-Weld™ acrylic adhesive DP8425NS and 3M Scotch-Weld low-odor acrylic adhesive DP8825NS offer fast cure times and extend process work time up to 25 min. The kinetics of the reaction accelerate the cure, reaching handling strength in 45 min. and structural strength (1,000 PSI) in 50...
- From The Fabricator
Grain on cutting, grinding wheels slices through metal
- Feb 4, 2014
- Finishing
- Product Release
3M Abrasive Systems has introduced Cubitron™ II Cut & Grind wheels for applications such as grinding, cutting, notching, gouging, fillet weld removal, and beveling of mild steel and stainless steel. According to the company, the precision-shaped grain enables the abrasive to slice through...
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