FUJI Grinding Wheel introduced abrasive wheels to the Batam market in Indonesia. The original announcement, published on April 1, 2025, described the company's market entry for shipbuilding, ship repair and metal fabrication. For a shipyard, the practical question is which wheel suits the actual task and installed grinder.
FUJI has also visited shipyard customers as part of its activities in Indonesia and the Philippines. The application guidance below supports product selection; it is not a documented performance trial at a named customer. Current availability and delivery terms must be confirmed for each order.
Steel weld removal, edge work and preparation for subsequent operations need different approaches. An aggressive grinding wheel is not automatically the right choice for every surface. Remaining wall thickness, weld requirements and the specified finish determine the process.
| Shipyard task | Possible product route | Selection priority |
|---|---|---|
| General carbon-steel grinding and deburring | Super F2 aluminum oxide grinding wheels | Controlled removal and cost per finished weld |
| Demanding stock removal | Suitable Super Z zirconia wheel | Grinder power, contact area and approved material |
| Cutting steel sections or thin metal | Suitable Super Tsurugi or Super Raicho cutting disc | Material, section, disc thickness and compatible machine |
| Stainless steel and finishing | Explicitly approved grinding or finishing product | Contamination control, heat and surface requirement |
Super F2 is an economical grinding wheel range using aluminum oxide abrasives and Japanese warm-press technology. Suitable 4-inch and 7-inch versions are options for general steel work. The improved 24S version can be considered where stronger removal is needed; evaluate the result on the actual job.
The machine determines permitted dimensions. Smaller wheels suit compatible compact tools; 180 mm wheels need a grinder approved for that size. Neither an inch designation nor a product family name replaces checks of bore, thickness, guard and maximum speed.
Do not side-grind with a cutting-only disc. Changing operations requires the correct disc, guard and mounting specified by the machine manufacturer. On thin parts, monitor remaining material thickness and avoid unnecessary heat input.
Rust and coating removal are different from removing parent metal. The process must suit the coating, required surface condition and workplace risk assessment. A grinding wheel does not automatically produce the surface profile required for a new coating.
Evaluate cost per accepted part. A fixed productivity improvement cannot be promised without a documented trial. The Super F2 wear and metal-removal test provides an example with recorded measurements and stated limits.
Protect abrasive wheels from water, unsuitable temperatures and physical damage. Follow original-packaging, storage and expiry instructions. A brand name or warm-press process does not mean wheels can be stored indefinitely in damp conditions.
Inspect markings and condition before mounting. Match the wheel's maximum permitted RPM to the machine's maximum operating speed. Use the correct guard, flanges and protective equipment, with suitable spark and dust controls. Stop and investigate unusual vibration.
Provide FUJI with material, operation, grinder model and speed, wheel dimensions, expected consumption and delivery location. Samples, demonstrations, lead times and technical support are arranged after reviewing the request. This article does not confirm continuous local stock availability.
Prepare your inquiry using the steel and stainless grinding selection guide and the distributor procurement checklist.
A compatible, application-approved version is an economical starting point. Weld shape, tool power, remaining thickness and finish determine the selection.
Provide the dimensions approved for your installed equipment. The 4-inch and 7-inch options still require confirmation of exact dimensions and mounting.
Contact FUJI with the application, quantity and destination to confirm current options and terms.
No. Results depend on material, wheel, machine and working method. A comparable workplace trial provides a sound basis for selection.
