Abrasives for Dummies

Mirka CEROS Electric Random Orbital Sanders ARE AWESOME!!!!

2011-03-01T07:35:00.000-08:00

Get one today, in stock and ready to rock.

Limited Supply - call (269) 341-2227 to secure yours.

We have all all the accessories and the vacuum kit too.

FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING TOO!!!!

http://store02.prostores.com/servlet/abglovesandabrasives/the-Mirka-CEROS-Sanders/Categories

Watch the video and learn about this AMAZING tool that has FESTOOL owners drooling.

Cotton Prices...GOING THROUGH THE ROOF!!!

2010-11-17T21:25:00.000-08:00

Well, we're starting to receive letters from some of our manufacturers regarding the volatile and rising price of raw cotton on the commodities markets worldwide. They're telling us that they may not be able to guarantee our pricing for much longer. HOW CRAZY IS THAT? The price of cotton is fluctuating so drastically that they may have to let us know when we order what the price is for the goods...it's almost like ordering Lobster at a seafood shop.

So the best advice we have for our customers is that if you do indeed require products made from cotton, you may want to think about doing some strategic buying in order to save some greenbacks.

We sell pallets and pallets and pallets of cotton and cotton/poly blend gloves. Everybody loves cotton gloves. But will they love the prices that will be rearing their ugly heads in the coming months? Now is the time to act...

Review your needs for cotton based or cotton blended gloves, Tyvek clothing, or anything else you may need...skinny jeans...whatever...

And stock up while you can. You may put a little more cash out there now but you'll probably feel pretty good about yourself down the road when you find out how expensive those same gloves are then.

For our part, we will do what we can to help our customers fulfill their needs.

http://www.yoursandingsource.com/ - Come and get some...

AB'S Gloves & Abrasives, Inc
1227 S. Centreville Road
Sturgis, MI 49091

(269) 341-2227

Call today!!!

Dynabrade 3", 5" and 6" Silver Supreme Random Orbital Sanders IN STOCK NOW

2009-04-01T21:48:00.000-07:00

Be the first one in your shop to own the all new Dynabrade Silver Supreme!!!!
These are the next big thing in random orbital sanders from Dynabrade
The Silver Supreme combines the toughness and durability of the Supreme models with the lightweight agility of the Spirit line.
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
These are expected to be in high demand as you will not find these available in many markets.
GET YOURS HERE. GRAB SEVERAL.

BUY 3 or More units and get

FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING

RETAIL: $230

OUR PRICE: $144.95

CALL US TODAY TO ORDER...269-341-2227

Specs below are for the 5" model, these are also available in 3", 6" and central vacuum models as well as SGV models.

5" (127 mm) Dia. Non-Vacuum Dynorbital Silver Supreme Random Orbital Sander

AB's Gloves and Abrasives, Inc operates a 20,000 sq. foot facility in Sturgis, Michigan full of top quality, brand-name tools and abrasives for all industries. We have been in business for over 20 years as a brick and mortar establishment . Please contact us at online@abglovesandabrasives.com if you have any questions. We value your business!

.26 hp, Ergo Grip, 12,000 RPM, 3/16" (5 mm) Dia. Orbit, Rear Exhaust
Manufacturer List Price: $230.00
DYNABRADE LIFETIME WARRANTY
SPECIFICATIONS
Backing Pad Diameter Inch (mm):

5" (127)
Tool Spindle Thread:

5/16"-24 Female
Orbit Dia. Inch (mm):

3/16" (5)
Free Speed RPM:

12,000
hp (W):

.26 (194)
Exhaust Type:

Rear
Max. Air Flow @ 90 PSIG: SCFM (LPM):

16 (450)
Hose I.D. Size Inch (mm):

1/4" (6)
Length Inch (mm):

6-1/2" (165)
Height Inch (mm):

3-1/2" (89)
Sound Level dB(A):

77
Vibration Tool Peak Axis (m/sec�):

1.64
Item Weight:

1.8 lbs
Packaged Weight:

2.25 lbs

Includes low profile, premium urethane weight-mated sanding pad. Optional vacuum conversion kits are available to easily convert non-vacuum tool to self-generated vacuum tool or central vacuum tool. Grey lever identifies 3/16" (5 mm) dia. orbit, used for general sanding.
True 12,000 RPM air motor. Floating rotor utilizes five blades, producing more usable power (.26 hp/194 W). High-strength, composite rotor has better lubricating qualities, allowing blades to last longer. Less air (16 SCFM/450 LPM) is used more efficiently to maintain maximum power.
Comfort Platform provides additional hand and wrist support, further enhancing operator comfort. Also offers increased protection against cold air exhaust. (NOTE: Comfort Platform is removable.)
Throttle lever recesses into housing grip when depressed, eliminating pressure-point on operator's palm. Lever is made from composite material to insulate against cold air. Lever is color-coded to designate tool orbit. Drop-in motors available for quick and easy maintenance; minimizes downtime. Muffler elements are easily changed for convenient maintenance. Low Sound Levels. Muffling system reduces exhaust sound levels.
For high production usage. Enhanced ergonomic features. Steel cylinder and end plates increase motor efficiency. Efficient vacuum capabilities. Stay-tight threaded muffler. Single-piece lock ring.Patented bearing protection. Easy-to-read laser markings.

Mirka Abralon Bowling Ball Surface Finishing Pads "U PICK EM" 20 Pads - $52.00

2008-11-18T21:23:00.000-08:00

AB's Gloves and Abrasives is now offering bowlers a special way to purchase Mirka's Abralon pads. (DIRT CHEAP!)

20 Pads - You choose the grit levels you want!

180-360-500-1000-2000-3000-4000

$52.00, plus $3.50 shipping in the USA!!!

THAT's under $2.60 per pad...for the same pads that cost you $5-8 each at the pro shop and you don't have to buy them by the box of 20 pads per grit.

You choose what you will use...

Visit http://www.yoursandingsource.com/ or
call us at 269-341-2227

Bowling For Abralon - Pro Shop Surfacing,Conditioning, Sanding & More

2008-11-09T21:02:00.000-08:00

Hello again, it's Jim from AB's Gloves and Abrasives, Inc in Sturgis Michigan.

Today's topic of conversation is Mirka's Abralon product and it's use for resurfacing, sanding, and conditioning bowling balls.

I'm sure the good folks at Mirka weren't thinking solely of the bowling ball industry when their scientists created the wonder that is ABRALON. However, bowlers everywhere are happily rejoicing that they did.

Abralon pads have, in a very short time period, become the industry's prize for resurfacing and conditioning of bowling balls. Conditioning your ball to a specific Abralon grade can seriously assist players with their game. Some bowlers need a little more texture, others, because of their habits may need a smoother, higher lustre finish. Abralon has you covered.

Abralon makes a 6-inch pad that comes in a variety of grits that can do anything from remove the deepest toughest scratches to taking your ball to a higher lustre finish than the factory Ebonite finish that was on it when you bought it new.

Here's a general quide to using the Abralon sanding pads to your bowling advantage.

P180 for deep, rough scratches
P360 for somewhat deep scratches
P500 for mild to medium scratches
P1000 to return to Ebonite factory sanded finish
P2000 for a light luster with texture underneath
P4000 for a rich, high luster with smooth texture

For the "Joe The Plumber" bowler's out there, proshops, bowling centers and online bowling retailers sell these 6" pads for upwards of $5-8 each.
These pads last quite a while, up to 5 times longer than standard abrasives. Plus they can be used wet or dry. They can be used by hand with a glove or sanding pad or they can be used on any ball spinner for efficient, easy surfacing.

We are one of the largest volume Mirka distributors in the United States and we are able to pass on our great pricing to consumers.

If you are Pro Shop, Bowling Center, Bowling Alley or online Bowling retailer, you too can benefit from our pricing by ordering in volume. Simply contact online@abglovesandabrasives.com or call Jim at 269-341-2227 for a fast, professional quote. We stock these items and ship them fast.

Check out these videos...they are all about using a ball spinner with Abralon.

Visit http://www.abglovesandabrasives.com/ if you'd like to order some Abralon discs right now.

Call Jim if you need assistance or a large quote at 269-341-2227.
AB's Gloves and Abrasives
1227 S. Centreville Road
Sturgis, MI 49091
online@abglovesandabrasives.com - email
http://www.abglovesandabrasives.com/ - webstore

Friends tell Friends to use Abranet

2008-10-20T21:20:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to take the opportunity to introduce you to a revolutionary product that we carry.

It's called Abranet and it's made by Mirka. For some time now, we've been selling this product. It's a mesh abrasive that comes with a grip velcro backing.

Our friend Rich Rossio in Illinois orders a ton of this stuff and teaches lathework and turning to college students. He can take a piece of raw stock and turn a baseball bat with 1 piece of 80 Grit Abranet file board in the span of two minutes. His words to us were that the Abranet product is revolutionizing the woodworking industry and that he can't say enough good about the product.

Well, that's great news Rich. Our Mirka rep will love to hear that.

This product comes in a variety of popular sizes and varieties from discs to body file sheets to 25 yard shop rolls. Grits range from 80 all the way up to 600 grit.

If you have questions about this product or would like more information please email us at online@abglovesandabrasives.com or visit us at our website link at http://www.abglovesandabrasives.com/

To purchase some Abranet right now, visit our online store

Remember...AB's Gloves and Abrasives is not only one of the largest Mirka Distributors in the USA but we're also "YOUR SANDING SOURCE"