Abstract: The present disclosure provides a segmented rotary floor stripping pad having a plurality of symmetrical, polygonal pad segments secured together in partially overlapping relation to form an annular pad. The segments are preferably formed from non-woven polyester fibers and are secured radially along the overlapping, adjacent side edges by hot melt glue, ultrasonic welding or by stitching. There is no backing pad, and since the segments are symmetrical, the pad is reversible so that both sides can be used. The plurality of pad segments are secured together in an overlapping manner such that each pad segment presents an angled leading cutting edge and each pair of adjacent pad segments forms a radial fluid channel. Depending on the degree of overlap and the thickness of the pad segment, the presentation angle of the cutting edge can be varied.

Abstract: The abrasive unit contains a carrying disc (A) with a hub (1) set off in the central zone, having a coaxial hole (2) reinforced with a steel flange sleeve (3) for mounting the abrasive unit on the spindle of the angular hand grinder. The lower edges of numerous abrasive flaps (B) are fixed with glue binders (5) on the ring surface of the near-edge zone (4), the abrasive flaps subsequently overlapping one another in the circumferential direction so that their rear edges are exposed. The wheel of the carrying disc (A) is a layered polymer composite with reinforcement consisting of at least two meshes of glass fibre situated on both frontal surfaces of the carrying disc (A).

Abstract: A cleaning brush comprising a carrier and a cleaning unit is provided. The cleaning unit comprises a plurality of cleaning beans set on a surface of the carrier in a spiral arrangement. A spiral coiling around the carrier from an end of the carrier to the other end is formed. A spiral curve path is formed to coil the carrier circumferentially by extendedly arranging the cleaning beans. Hence, the present invention uses the cleaning beans of the cleaning unit to be set on surface of the carrier. On rotating in a fixed direction, the spiral cleaning unit generates a flow field which not only comprises a vertical flow for an object to be cleaned but also a horizontal flow forming a parallel stream. Thus, dirt can be removed more easily than by using a traditional matrix cleaning device.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention provides a buffer brush. When rotating, the buffer brush acts as a centrifugal pump. The buffer brush contains a core having a first side and a second side and the brush extends racially from the surface of the core. The first and second sides have at least one opening configured to allow air to flow laterally through the core. Vents on the surface of the cure are configured to allow air flowing laterally through the core to also flow radially through the vents into the brush.

Abstract: Rotary tools configured to sand components and accommodate complex geometries thereof are provided. The rotary tools may include a rotary head and a shaft. Bristles and an abrasive material may be coupled to the abrasive material. The rotary tools may additionally include outlets configured to receive a flow of coolant to cool the rotary tool. A system configured to convert a flood coolant system to a through spindle coolant system is also provided. The system may include a hollow shaft with inlets and a redirector therein. A flow receptor may include scoops that receive coolant sprayed from a flood coolant system and direct the coolant through the inlets in the hollow shaft. Thereby, the coolant may contact the redirector and be directed downward through the hollow shaft to a rotary tool, such as the rotary tool described above.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention provides a buffer brush. When rotating, the buffer brush acts as a centrifugal pump. The buffer brush contains a core having a first side and a second side and the brush extends racially from the surface of the core. The first and second sides have at least one opening configured to allow air to flow laterally through the core. Vents on the surface of the cure are configured to allow air flowing laterally through the core to also flow radially through the vents into the brush.

Abstract: Polishing systems, subsystems and pads adapted for use in conjunction with a polisher. A relatively incompressible backing pad is configured to be attached to a drive system of the polisher. The backing pad includes at least one substantially straight backing pad edge along a perimeter thereof. A relatively compressible polishing pad is configured to be attached to the backing pad, to be driven in contact with a surface to be polished. The polishing pad includes at least one substantially straight polishing pad edge along a perimeter thereof corresponding to the at least one substantially straight backing pad edge when the polishing pad is attached to the backing pad.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an airflow generation and particle dispersion arrangement for a power tool (e.g., an angle grinder). The arrangement includes a motor, an airflow generation assembly, and a particle dispersion assembly. The airflow generation assembly includes a fan driven by the motor. When engaged, the driven fan generates an airstream that is drawn through the power tool. The particle dispersion assembly includes a passive fan that is not driven by the motor, but instead is driven by the airstream. In operation, the passive fan generates centrifugal and mechanical forces sufficient to remove particles from intake air passing through the particle dispersion assembly.

Abstract: A swivel paint roller apparatus is arranged for mounting on an extension pole member and arranged to provide for rotation of the roller frame about a pivot axis oriented angularly in the range of 20 degrees to 80 degrees relative to the axis of a longitudinal extension of the base mount supporting the roller frame member, for swiveling, rotating movement of the roller frame and paint roller cage and cover supported thereon by rotation of the extension pole member held in the hands of a user during painting operations, thereby providing for the variation of the angular orientation and corresponding direction of travel of the paint roller during painting operations while permitting the paint roller to remain continuously in contact with the surface being painted, whereby to enhance and simplify painting operations when using an extension pole.

Abstract: It is accordingly an object of the invention to provide a technique of cooling a power tool which further improves cooling effectiveness of the power tool. According to the invention, a power tool is provided that includes a driving motor, a tool bit, a power transmitting mechanism, a tool body and a cooling fan. The power tool further includes first and second cooling air passages. The first cooling air passage is disposed within the tool body and flows cooling air into the tool body by using the cooling fan. The second cooling air passage is provided within the tool body and takes outside air into the tool body by using the flow of the cooling air through the first cooling air passage. The cooling air within the first cooling air passage can be cooled by mixing outside air taken into the tool body via the second cooling air passage and therefore, the cooling air can further effectively cool components within the power tool. As a result, cooling effectiveness of the power tool can be improved.

Abstract: The invention provides a double sided waffle-surfaced foam polishing pad and a polishing system with which it can be used. The double sided feature allows great versatility in the type of polishing that can be accomplished using the same pad.

Abstract: The invention provides a double sided waffle-surfaced foam polishing pad and a polishing system with which it can be used. The double sided feature allows great versatility in the type of polishing that can be accomplished using the same pad.

Abstract: The invention provides a double sided waffle-surfaced foam polishing pad and a polishing system with which it can be used. The double sided feature allows great versatility in the type of polishing that can be accomplished using the same pad.

Abstract: The invention provides a double sided waffle-surfaced foam polishing pad and a polishing system with which it can be used. The double sided feature allows great versatility in the type of polishing that can be accomplished using the same pad.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning pad mounted on a rotary pad base of a floor cleaning device when in use. The cleaning pad in accordance with the present invention comprises a base cloth and a fiber layer made by implanting threads made of 70 to 90 wt % cotton and 10 to 30 wt % nylon into the base cloth in a tufted manner.

Abstract: A buffing pad assembly is provided for buffing, polishing or otherwise finishing a painted surface. The buffing pad assembly includes a rigid backing mount, a back-up pad affixed to the backing mount, and a buffing pad removably attached to the back-up pad by way of fastening material provided on the back-up pad and the buffing pad. The buffing pad has a number of channels extending completely through the pad to facilitate dissipation of heat generated by friction during use of the buffing pad. The back-up pad and the fastening material are designed to accommodate the heat dissipation channels in the buffing pad so that the channels are substantially unobstructed. Additionally, a centering system is provided on the buffing pad assembly to facilitate alignment of the buffing pad during use.

Abstract: An assembly of buff or brush wheels with or without spacers is stacked, compressed, and held together as an integrated unit to form an assembly of such wheels having a specified face width which then may be mounted as a unit on a machine arbor or drive shaft. The assembly is held together in such a manner that the ganged stack is yieldable and may be further compressed when assembled on the machine arbor. The assembly may also be slightly expanded to obtain a better fit on the machine. The wheel assembly in one form is held at the desired face width by adjustable ties extending through paired holes in core plates in the wheels. In another embodiment carriage bolts extending through the core plates form adjustable screw clamps.