Types of Grinding Machines
Machines in which grinding wheels are fitted and grinding is done, such machines are called grinding machines . On the basis of their function, they can be divided into two parts. Ordinary grinding machines are widely used. These are called rough or snagging grinders. The following types of grinders are included in this category. Following are the types of grinding machines : 1. Bench Grinder These types of grinding machines are fixed on a workbench or table. Gear or pulley is fitted in it. For rotating the big-size gears or pulley a handle is also fixed. It contains one or two grinding wheels. Edges of cutting tools can be made with this grinder. Provision can be made to operate these with power also. 2. Hand Grinder This grinder is also fixed on the workbench or table. There is a provision of moving the grinding wheels with a level as shown in the figure. 3. Pedestal Grinder Types of Grinding Machines – Pedestal Grinder These types of grinding machines are operated with electric