Workers make grinding wheels out of carborundum

Workers make grinding wheels out of carborundum

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The video tutorial explains the process of creating grinding wheels, starting with packing the mixture to ensure even density. Steel plates and rings are used to distribute pressure evenly during molding. The mixture is then pressed with a hydraulic press to apply significant force, making the grinding wheel firm enough to handle. Finally, the video highlights that grinding wheels are just one type of many abrasive products produced at Carborundum's Niagara Falls plant.

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What happens to the grinding wheel after it is firm enough to be handled?

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What types of products are manufactured at Carborundum's Niagara Falls plant?

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