Abstract: A system and method for producing an abrasive article includes a production tool configured to provide shaped abrasive particles to a resin coated backing. A first end and a second end of the production tool are spliced together to form a spliced area. The production tool includes a dispensing surface that includes a plurality of cavities formed between the first end and the second end and configured to receive and hold the shaped abrasive particles. The resin coated backing is configured to receive the shaped abrasive particles from the dispensing surface of the production tool and configured to receive further shaped abrasive particles to fill gaps in the shaped abrasive particles caused by an absence of the plurality of cavities in the spliced area.

Abstract: A method is provided of marketing and managing a commercial lease program through a bank which does not have such a program. An external commercial leasing company enters into a marketing agreement with the bank wherein marketing materials are provided to bank customers under the bank's brand. Lease applications are made available through the bank to the customers, and are returned to the bank for provision to the external commercial leasing company. The bank may be provided with an option of underwriting the lease or referring the lease for approval to the external commercial leasing company. A commission is paid to the bank for leases underwritten by the external commercial leasing company.