Panel Polishing
Angle polishers and fine abrasives for smooth, defect-free body surfaces.
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Polish, weld & mobile grinding
Fields of Application
Finishing systems for automotive bodywork, paint shops and assembly
Automotive production and repair demand fast, consistent surface preparation, controlled weld treatment and dependable tools that move with the work — from body panels and chassis components to transport equipment and assembly stations.
LUPFIGS supplies matched SUHNER electric, battery and pneumatic drives with abrasives for bodywork polishing, paint-shop finishing, weld treatment and cordless grinding in workshops and on assembly lines.
Industry Demands
What automotive finishing requires
Every automotive task places different demands on speed, surface quality, operator mobility and process repeatability.
Paint-Ready SurfacesConsistent polishing and prep before primer, base coat and clear coat application
Weld QualityControlled grinding and blending on spot welds, seams and structural joints
Workshop MobilityCordless and portable tools for assembly lines, bays and mobile repair work
Mixed MaterialsSystems matched to steel, aluminium, composites and coated panels
ThroughputReliable tools and consumables that keep production and rework moving
Typical Work Areas
Where our systems are used
From paint preparation to weld treatment and assembly-line grinding, each zone needs a different combination of drive, handpiece and abrasive.
01
Bodywork & Paint Prep
Surface preparation before paint and coating
Polishing, sanding and refinement of body panels, filler areas and repair zones to achieve uniform surfaces ready for primer and top coat.
Repair Blending
Controlled sanding around filler, primer and localised repair areas.
Paint Shop Prep
Consistent surface condition before coating and inspection.
02
Weld Treatment
Grinding and finishing on welded joints
Removal of weld spatter, blending of seams and preparation of structural joints on chassis, frames and fabricated assemblies.
Seam Grinding
Electric and pneumatic grinders for weld bead reduction and fairing.
Spatter Removal
Targeted abrasive work on spot-weld and MIG weld zones.
Joint Prep
Surface refinement before coating, sealing or further assembly.
03
Assembly-Line Mobility
Cordless grinding on the production floor
Battery-powered tools for grinding, deburring and finishing where mains power is limited and operators move between stations and vehicles.
Cordless Grinders
18 V CAS battery systems for flexible use along assembly lines.
Station-to-Station Work
Portable power for in-line deburring and local finish correction.
Workshop Flexibility
Mobile finishing without trailing cables or compressed-air hoses.
04
Component Deburring
Edge and feature finishing on parts
Deburring, edge breaking and surface correction on stamped, machined and fabricated automotive components before assembly or coating.
Edge Breaking
Controlled removal on cut edges, holes and stamped features.
Feature Correction
Local grinding on brackets, mounts and small fabricated parts.
Pre-Assembly Finish
Clean surfaces on components before fit-up and installation.
Recommended Systems
Tool platforms matched to automotive work
Select the drive and abrasive combination that fits the material, access path and required finish.
Electric
Electric Tools
Angle polishers, belt grinders and long-reach tools for body and structural work.
Cordless
Battery Tools
18 V CAS cordless grinders and polishers for assembly lines and workshops.
Consumables
Abrasives
Polishing discs, belts and grinding consumables for body and component work.
Air Tools
Pneumatic Tools
Compact grinders and detail tools for weld treatment and production bays.
Application Approach
Build a controlled automotive process
We help teams define a clear sequence from surface assessment through to paint-ready or assembly-ready finish.
01
Assess the Task
Identify material, coating stage, access and whether fixed or mobile power is needed.
02
Match the Tool
Select electric, battery or pneumatic drives suited to the work area and throughput.
03
Control Removal
Use the right abrasive and speed to protect panels, welds and coated surfaces.
04
Refine Finish
Polish, blend and deburr to the specified visual or tactile result.
05
Validate & Support
Confirm the method, train operators and keep consumables consistent.
Technical Resources
Continue with products and catalogues
Review the electric, battery and abrasive ranges most often specified for automotive bodywork and assembly.
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