Belt grinder: Check it out!

[spressomon]

So I've outgrown my Jet combo belt/disc belt sander combo primarily designed for wood working...now its covered in metal dust and the backing plate is badly worn

Found this last night while surfing. Looks like a very worthwhile investment or project for any metal worker. Check it out along with the two videos!

KMG Industrial Belt Grinders, Beaumont Metal Works

Then while surfing a little more I found this. Very simple to build one ourselves!

No Weld Grinder Knife Grinder Walk Through Plans Built Tool - Zoki Videos

Since I have a welder I'll avoid the mechanical connections. I just put this project at the top of my "list"!

 

[-Spike-]

You would think he could shut the thing off while he talked...

 

[vtcruiser60]

homemade grinder....out of plywood....Homemade KMG Knife Makers Grinder with Wooden Wheels. - Zoki Videos

 

[yycranger4x4]

That's a neat project. I've been looking at picking up a small belt/disc sander, but after seeing that....I may have to see what kind of scrap I can get my hands on. Although, like you, I also have a welder and may have to fire it up...

Did you happen to see the pictures from all the people that have built it in the past? I like the idea where you can pivot the contact wheel and stuff around to avoid needing different tool inserts.