Floor grinder hire
A floor grinder is used for a variety of tasks, including levelling, preparing, grinding, smoothing, cleaning and polishing surfaces such as concrete, stone and terrazzo. Floor grinders have a horizontal rotating disc which is fitted with discs, blocks or wire brushes made from abrasive materials.
The price for hiring a floor grinder depends on its power and its working width.
Floor grinder hire guide
Why hire a floor grinder?
A floor grinder - or concrete floor grinder - is used for a variety of tasks, including levelling, preparing, grinding, smoothing, cleaning and polishing surfaces such as concrete, stone and terrazzo. Floor grinders have a horizontal rotating disc which is fitted with discs, blocks or wire brushes made from abrasive materials. Floor grinders available for hire are typically single-disc or dual-disc models. When fitted with diamond discs, the floor grinder is referred to as a diamond floor grinder.
Which floor grinders are available for hire?
The main characteristics of a floor grinder are the following:
- Power source: Floor grinders are available with an electric and a petrol power source
- Working width: Grinding width, which is determined by the type of the floor grinder (single head vs double head) and the disc diameters
- Vacuum port: Floor grinders equipped with a vacuum port allow dust-free dry grinding
- Water attachment: Floor grinders with a water attachment allow wet grinding
- Power: Determines the head speed and engine speed of the floor grinder
- Anti vibration handle bar mounts for improved operator comfort
How to use a floor grinder
See below for a video explaining the use of a floor grinder:
What is the recommended safety equipment when hiring a floor grinder?
When using a floor grinder it is recommended to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Recommended safety equipment for a floor grinder consists of the following: protection goggles, dust mask, safety footwear, ear protection and hand protection.
