Increase uptime with Atlas Copco turbine grinders that are ergonomically designed to be powerful yet comfortable and safe for operators. By offering an impressive power-to-weight ratio, our grinders deliver increased productivity with significantly less strain on operators over time. This allows operators to get more work done, safely, in less time.
It’s important to understand the basics of turbine grinders and how our turbine grinders compare to vane grinders and electric grinders. Each type of grinder has multiple pros and cons pertaining to power, ergonomics, and applications.
Turbine, vane, and electric grinders: Which is right for the job?
There are three main types of motors used in today’s grinders: vane, turbine, and electric. When looking for the right grinder for the job, there are some specific things you should consider. Grinders with the least power relative to their weight are electric grinders. These grinders can be some of the heaviest and put the most strain on operators. Vane grinders land somewhere in the middle. They weigh less than electric grinders and deliver the same or better power. This means they are easier to handle and get the job done faster. For these reasons, vane grinders are optimal for precision grinding and surface grinding where the surface finish and quality are a major emphasis.
Pneumatic turbine grinders are by far the most powerful grinders relative to their weight, making them the most ergonomically designed. They produce the most power out of the different types and offer the fastest production time. This makes these grinders perfect in cases where there is a lot of material that needs to be removed, such as rough grinding. The sheer amount of power offered by turbine grinders means operators can remove more material in a shorter amount of time.
Features and benefits
Our GTG22, GTG25, and GTG40 grinders are ready for applications that require a high rate of material removal. Unlike electric grinders, pneumatic (air) motors are not affected by overloads, which is why vane and turbine grinders are more widely used in industrial applications.
These grinders are also equipped with auto-balancers. The auto-balancer compensates for irregularities in a grinding wheel, which also balances out the tool. This has two major benefits: less vibration and longer wheel life. The auto-balancers compensate for any offset in the grinding wheel which reduces excess vibration and increases the life of the grinding disc, saving the company money on abrasives. Less vibration is also beneficial to operator health and safety. Being exposed to intense tool vibration daily can lead to damaged nerve cells, vascular injury, and several musculoskeletal disorders. The auto-balancers reduce the effects of vibrations, which ultimately protect the operators from these debilitating disorders.
Features
• High power-to-weight ratio
• Highly efficient turbine motor
• Precise speed governor
• Integrated auto-balancer
• Adjustable wheel guard
• Overspeed shut-off protection
Benefits
• Oil-free operation
• Highest material removal rate in its class
• Reduced risk of vibration-related injuries
• Safe and trouble-free operation
• Minimum sound levels
To sum it up
Atlas Copco pneumatic turbine grinders offer an impressive power-to-weight ratio, which saves time and money because operators will get more work done, in less time. This increases operational productivity and efficiency. Additionally, since the tool is also light weight in relation to its power, has the highest level of ergonomics available, and is equipped with an auto-balancer that reduces vibrations, operators will be less exposed to risks that could affect their health, which ultimately reduces the overall medical costs for employees and companies.
For more information on Atlas Copco grinders and how they compare, contact us today to schedule a demo!