Preline

Preline supply many products to help the stainless steel fabricator solve problems throughout their operation. As we supply many fabricators already we have a huge amount of experience in the processes and products needed, here are a selection of some of the applications that we have helped to improve: -

Cleaning and grinding of the weld

By using a ceramic fibre disc the weld can be dressed quickly and easily but if you just want to minimise the amount of damage that the surface of the steel undergoes it may be more prudent to choose either a dynafile style abrasive belt or perhaps a small diameter 3M Roloc disc. These discs come in sizes as small as 25mm diameter and have an innovative button system on the back that allows quick change from a fibre disc to a non-woven scotchbrite to help finish and refine the scratch.

Putting the grain back into stainless

By using products like the 3M scotchbrite range in either handpad, belt or drum form you can quickly and simply put back in the grain scratched during forming or welding, back to its original mill finish. 3M even have an automated match and finish kit that makes the task far quicker and easier.

Sticking stainless steel

Many people choose not to weld their stainless or have opted for small spot welds, which still leave an unsightly mark on the surface. One option that can avoid any need for welding is to stick the fabrication together using glue and / or tape.

3M VHB Tape

VHB tape is a product from 3M that is far more than your average sticky tape. By using 3M 4950 VHB you can stick two pieces of stainless together and not have any need for welding and all the associated clean up etc afterwards. In combination with an epoxy product like 3M DP-490 EPX you can achieve structural bonds on metal that will out perform most welds in strength.

Another advantage of using a tape or glue product is that it opens up new possibilities to design your product to incorporate alternative surfaces like perspex, wood or glass and there will be a tape or a glue that will provide the bond for you.

Cleaning and protecting stainless steel

Preline supply a number of products to clean and protect the finished stainless, 3M stainless steel cleaner or 3M industrial cleaner will help remove any finger or grease marks from the steel and then you can wrap the steel ready for shipment in either bubble wrap or jiffy foam to keep it looking great.

Health and safety

We also do a full range of face masks, overalls, gloves, ear protection, goggles etc so you can work safely.