Sanding Systems Consulting, Inc. Howard Grivna


	Sanding Sense Audit.


	OF WIDEBELT SANDERS ARE IMPROPERLY SET UP AND USED.

		AND IT'S COSTING YOU MONEY.


	Find out how much. And many more keys to a profitable sanding operation. Have a SANDING SENSE audit. You'll improve product quality, increase finish consistency, and reduce operating costs. Guaranteed.

Howard Grivna, President of Sanding Systems Consulting, is one of the industry's leading experts on widebelt sanding.

His credentials include:

•	More than 47 years in the widebelt sanding and abrasives industries.
•	Analyzing the sanding process of over 800 machines at over 350 companies and discovering numerous areas for improvement.
•	Author of Modern Woodworking magazine bi-monthly articles "Sanding Sense".
•	Ten U.S. Patents on sanding innovations.


	You'll learn these key concepts:

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Basic Principles:

•	Sanding head variations
•	Fixed or yielding orifice
•	Contact drum applications
•	Bottom machines
•	Guidelines on durometer drums
•	Abrasive grit choices

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Set-up Guidelines:

•	Depth of scratch
•	Maximum removal capabilities of different belts
•	Abrasive grit comparison
•	Belt thickness variations and wear
•	Selecting grit sequences
•	Determining current removal
•	Running test boards
•	Chalking and measuring


	When you contact Sanding Systems Consulting you'll get a production tip that will help improve your sanding results immediately. Call or email today and start saving money now.

Problem Description & Remedies:

•	Color variations
•	Fuzzy or blotchy finish
•	Dust extraction
•	Chatter
•	Splice marks
•	Streaks
•	Spots
•	Unsanded areas
•	Dubbing
•	Hesitation marks
•	Grain relieving
•	Minimum part lengths
•	Narrow parts
•	Width utlization
•	Thickness adjustment
•	Conveyor belts and belt dressing
•	Static control
•	Belt life inhibitors
•	Abrasive belt cleaning
•	Troubleshooting belt problems
•	Abrasive usage log



	To schedule an aduit please call, fax or email Howard Grivna at the SSC office. Please provide the following information: your name, a phone number and time you can be reached and the product or products of interest. Products and services can be purchased using the credit cards listed below or by check. We are always happy and ready to provide further details about an item should you have any questions.

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