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POLISHING/SATINISINGIntroduction & technical informationPRODUCT INTRODUCTIONPOLISHING/SATINISINGFine Surface finishing for every application.Professional surface finishing encompasses a complex and broad spectrum of different mechanical finishing processes inwhich polishing and satinising play a key role.As a specialist in surface fine machining, Osborn offers a large selection of high-performance tools for all applicationsassociated with polishing and satinising. We have organised our polishing and satinising products in such a way to suitthe type of machine used.The three key techniques for achieving the perfect surface finish:There are 3 techniques for producing the desired surface finish.1.Polishing(power tools)Polishing is intended to createperfect high-gloss surfaces andcan be performed using a varietyof power tools.Generally, 3 steps are needed:• Cutting• Polishing• Colouring2.Satinising(power tools)Unlike polishing, satinising doesnot produce a high-gloss surface.It creates a matt look, withthe surface structure changingaccording to the grade of material.A satinised finish can be obtainedusing both wet and dry methods.3. Polishes &pastesOur polishing pastes complimentour range of surface finishingtools.The pastes can be used formanual or machine finishingand cover the entire range ofsurface finishes, from grinding andbrushing, cutting and colouring.Detailed information on polishing can be foundon the following pages.Detailed information on polishing can be foundon the following pages.Detailed information on polishing can be foundon the following pages.We recommend a combination ofdifferent quality polishing clothsand polishing pastes. Paste is amust for polishing.Suitable pastes are listed on the first page ofthe section.Satinising is generally a one-stepprocess.Satinising does not require pastesbecause the abrasive particles arealready embedded in the materialof the satinising tool.Combined with the appropriatepolishing tool, the pastes can beused on steel, stainless steel, nonferrousmetals, wood, glass, paintand many other surfaces.92