Weiler Abrasives Changes Industry Expectations With Tiger® Ceramic and INOX 2.0 Cutting, Grinding and Combo Wheels
A cutting-edge evolution in abrasives designed to help operators produce their best work
CRESCO, Pa. — Aug. 27, 2024 — Weiler Abrasives, a leading producer of abrasives and power brushes for surface conditioning, is excited to announce two upgrades in its high-performing lineup of Tiger 2.0 cutting, grinding and combination wheels. Designed to address the challenges of demanding metal fabrication industries like shipbuilding, pressure vessel and heavy equipment fabrication, the new Tiger Ceramic 2.0 and Tiger INOX 2.0 wheels help cut through inefficiencies, safety issues and labor shortages that prevent companies from doing their best work.
“For our new Tiger Ceramic and INOX 2.0 wheels, formulation makes the difference in overall performance. We went back to the lab and reimagined what was needed to make the best product. This was about more than adding fancy abrasive grains — this was about rethinking the entire formulation,” said Tony Hufford, category manager – Metal Fabrication at Weiler Abrasives. “The outcome is an optimized formula that combines the latest bond technology, unique abrasive grain selection and specially matched fiberglass reinforcement.”
Tiger Ceramic 2.0 cutting, grinding and combo wheels offer a superior combination of life and cut rate for maximum productivity. The unique design leverages innovative new ceramic grain technology that cuts extremely cool and removes material effortlessly while providing exceptional control for an improved operator experience. Wheel life has been improved by increasing grain retention and ensuring precise product wear. Extensive testing shows that the new ceramic wheels deliver an industry-leading 20-30% longer product life than the leading ceramic wheels on the market, with no reduction in cut rate. As a result, operations can get more work done with the new ceramic wheels from Weiler Abrasives.
The INOX 2.0 wheels are designed for high performance when cutting and grinding high-value stainless steel parts. Premium aluminum oxide grains provide a smooth cut rate and consistent performance. Both Tiger Ceramic and Tiger INOX wheels are contaminant free, so they are safe to use on high-value stainless steel parts.
The Tiger 2.0 upgrade also features a QR code on the wheel for quick access to important safety information and a patent pending Optimum Use Line to help get the most out of the wheel. Using the wheel to its full life reduces changeovers, which helps users be more productive while reducing waste and abrasive spend. An advanced 2.0 bond formulation on the grinding wheels reduces uneven edge wear and chipping, improving operator experience and extending wheel life.
In addition to the new Tiger Ceramic and INOX 2.0 wheels, the full portfolio also includes Tiger Zirc (zirconia alumina) and AO (aluminum oxide) cutting, grinding and combo wheels in the 2.0 design. All 2.0 wheels deliver smooth, predictable cutting and grinding — making the work safer.
Weiler Abrasives also delivers expertise and support through safety training and consumable productivity assessments, helping ensure that operations are using the correct products for their applications.
Learn more about how Tiger 2.0 can cut through barriers in your operations at weilerabrasives.com/tiger-2.0.
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About Weiler Abrasives Group
As an industry leader and global manufacturer of surface conditioning solutions, Weiler Abrasives Group is dedicated to forging collaborative relationships with our customers in diverse markets — Metal Fabrication; Industrial Production; and Maintenance, Repair & Operations — to tackle their toughest cleaning, grinding, cutting, deburring and finishing challenges.
Weiler Abrasives, One Weiler Dr., Cresco, Pa., 18326-0149 • (800) 835-9999 • weilerabrasives.com
