When shopping for used equipment, it is to the buyer’s advantage to partner with the OEM of the equipment if possible. Doing this will provide the buyer with key information about the machine and possibly its prior ownership.

There are several options for holding parts on Arter grinders. Some operators and parts demand the use of a specialized fixture, while others prefer a magnetic chuck. Regardless of the choice of how you hold the part, any experienced operator will agree that workholding is extremely important in machining and grinding.

With economic conditions constantly in flux, budgets are tightening in manufacturing and across the board.

With over 100 years of manufacturing as a brand, Arter precision grinders have seen a large number of changes to different models.

The Arter surface grinder achieves a finish and precision like no other. Many of our customers are true to the brand of surface grinder and claim that “Nothing grinds like an Arter.” But why does no other grinding machine grind like an Arter?

Veteran’s Day is an important celebration in the United States, and at Obsidian Manufacturing Industries. Our brand, Arter Precision Grinding Machines, played an important role in industrialization during World War II, and we hold great pride in the accomplishments and contributions made.

In 1958, the Arter Grinding Machine Company was sold to Sundstrand Machine Tool in Belvidere, Illinois, which began integrating it into its capital goods division, while production and sales of the Sundstrand-Arter grinders began immediately.

We have successfully rebuilt various surface grinders, enabling our customers to grind for decades with their rebuilt Arter. Check out what to expect when you decide to rebuild your machine.

If parts are not meeting the desired quality standards, it’s time to look at the condition of the equipment & experience of the operator.