Industrial Complete BLADES TOOLS Timeline

Airboard in opening Established ceremony of ofice in main Sydney Olympics. street of Nannup, Received WA Western Australia. Engineering Development of the Woodcarver wins Woodworking range Excellence award Woodcarver Blade BHP Steel award expands for Allsaw 150 1988 1993 1997 1984 - 1987 1989 1996 2000 Arbortech Pty Ltd Moved to purpose Arbortech becomes is incorporated in built factory/ ofice at a public unlisted June from home 67 Westchester Rd, company ofice Malaga, Western Australia

Introduction of the TURBOPlane, MiniTURBO and Opening of AS150 launch TURBOShaft 2004 US ofice in MA, USA 2008 AS 170 launch 2011 2002 2007 2009 2012 - 2015 Launch of AS160 Kevin wins WA Opening of at the Cologne Inventor of the European ofice International Year for the Petrol in Germany Hardware Fair, in Allsaw Germany

2 Our Story

Arbortech started in Nannup, a small country improvements in performance and safety town in the South West of Western Australia over existing tools. I have come to realise where my wife Kristine and I were living that inventing is the easy part and that taking an “alternative lifestyle”. We made a living concepts from prototype to product to market from a combination of driving school buses, is far more dificult, especially for a small mechanical repairs and woodworking. We company located in Perth, which is possibly believed in the simple philosophy that “a the most isolated city in the world. Yet that person who did that which they loved doing, is exactly what we do and for that reason I was already successful’. In fact, I came to believe that Arbortech is my best invention believe that no one could compete with a yet. person who loved what they were doing because they were prepared to do it anyway. So what is the secret behind Arbortech? It’s the passion that comes from pursuing our Inventing had always been a love of mine dreams. All of our products embody these and most of my woodworking tools were a qualities and take the concept of freehand Best regards, result of experimentation. When we formed shaping to a new level, allowing very smooth Arbortech in 1988 to commercialise our controlled cutting. irst successful product “the Woodcarver We at Arbortech believe that everyone Blade”, we promised ourselves that we would has a creative spirit and we continually get continue with this philosophy and search for Kevin Inkster

enjoyment and inspiration for new product people who also enjoyed their work. development from seeing our customers Chief Executive Oficer The result is that our tools are designed, creativity come to life by using our tools. made and marketed in Australia by people “ If you are not already inspired to go do some who love tools. Naturally our staff are formally woodwork, I invite you to learn, share, gain qualiied but there is no better qualiication info and ideas by visiting our website, sharing Our tools are designed, made than their level of commitment and your photos on Instagram and following us on enthusiasm which is embodied in every one and marketed in Australia by Facebook and Youtube. of our products. people who love tools. I sincerely hope you enjoy using our products It is our intention to produce interesting for many years. “ products that are a joy to use with marked

www.arbortech.com.au 3 Quick Guide

Complete Industrial TOOLS BLADES

The TURBO Range its to Both the Mini - Grinder and The Contour Random Sander The Industrial Blade is one any standard grinder and the Power Chisel are sold as solves the long standing of the inest freehand blades is suitable for fast easily complete tools. They come problem of how to sand available for hard shaping controlled freehand shaping. attached to a dedicated freehand forms and tight work such as burls or very The TURBOPlaneTM is grinder motor and not sold as contours. It has a random hard woods. It features the largest, fastest and attachments. This ensures lexible action that produces replaceable carbide tips. The smoothest blade, while they are correctly set up at a ine inish with no swirls or Trade Blade is a cutting tool the TURBOShaftTM is the the factory and eliminates digging in at the edges. for rough work but can also narrowest for iner detail work. problems associated with be used for shaping. grinder mismatch.

4 Find your tool

Range Tool Finish or Deep Detail Rough Planing Template Sanding Proile Carving Shaping Work TURBOPlaneTM

MiniTURBOTM

TURBOShaftTM

Mini - Grinder Complete TOOLS Power Chisel

Contour Random Sander Industrial Industrial Woodcarver BLADES Trade Blade (Tuff Cut)

www.arbortech.com.au 5 To see it in action: bit.ly/turbo_plane

TurboPlane

FINISHING / SANDING The Arbortech TURBOPlane™ is a universal wood shaping DEEP PROFILE blade that can be used to create different shapes, proiles DETAIL CARVING and inishes. It can be used lat to create large level

ROUGH SHAPING surfaces, or used at angles to provide shallow cuts for ine

PLANING shaping, planing and sculpting.

TEMPLATE WORK 0 1 2 3 4 5

Wide cutting edge per tooth leaves a smooth inish requiring minimal sanding Durable carbide teeth ensuring long blade life even in hard woods, easy to sharpen using a diamond 400 grit ile Excellent control, balance and safety (no cutting teeth on blade perimeter) Freehand power carving in hard and soft wood Rapid sculpting, planing and trimming

Used lat it creates level surfaces or edging and used at an angle it is ideal for free-formed convex & concave shapes Can be used with guides and templates for accuracy Attaches to standard 100mm (4”) and 115mm (4½”) angle IND-FG-400 grinders. 6 Absolutely“ bloody awesome! Absolutely love it! Phenomenal! Takes away anxiety,

“makes the operator’s job heaps easier.

Stan Ceglinski - Wood craftsman Owner, Billinudgel Wood Working Co I’ve used a lot of other tools for“ this kind of work and frankly the TURBOPlaneTM cleans up. I like the way it gives a nice smooth Planing round timber “inish, rather than the chopped, grooved inish of other blades. Vince Austin - Artist and Sculptor

Compare the inish: Scratched surface Planed surface

Burr Disc Freehand shaping

www.arbortech.com.au 7 To see it in action: bit.ly/mini_turbo

Mini Turbo

TM FINISHING / SANDING The Arbortech Mini TURBO Kit is a revolution in wood

DEEP PROFILE sculpting. This is an ideal tool to be used freehand or with

DETAIL CARVING guides and templates for accuracy. Previously impossible

ROUGH SHAPING cuts and shapes are now possible. This is the perfect kit for medium size sculpting projects from start to inish. PLANING

TEMPLATE WORK 0 1 2 3 4 5

Deep internal proiles Leaves a smooth inish which requires minimal sanding Precision machining Limited side exposure improves safety Outstanding for free-formed convex and concave shapes Replaceable carbide teeth, long blade life Extend life of carbide teeth by rotating to new sharp edge Can be used with guides and templates for accuracy Attaches to standard 100mm (4”) and 115mm (4½”) angle grinders.

MIN-FG-500 8 Deep internal proiling

Smooth planing Template precision

Included in the Mini TURBOTM Kit: • Mini TURBOTM blade • Extension adapter • Brass adapter (AU only) • 4 assorted grit sanding discs • Torx key • Assembly parts

Freehand sculpting www.arbortech.com.au 9 To see it in action: bit.ly/turbo_shaft

Turbo Shaft

TM FINISHING / SANDING The TURBOShaft is designed to complement the

DEEP PROFILE Arbortech TURBO range or as a stand alone tool, the TM DETAIL CARVING TURBOShaft allows detailed freehand carving to perfectly

ROUGH SHAPING combine eficiency and exceptional control. TM PLANING The TURBOShaft is itted with replaceable carbide TEMPLATE WORK teeth for excellent performance and durability even in 0 1 2 3 4 5 the hardest timbers. The adjustable depth gauge makes it easy to quickly set your cutting depth. The unique new TURBOShaftTM technology is a versatile addition to any woodworker’s arsenal. Perfect for deep and narrow proiles, detailed sculpting, letterwork, template work and more.

Freehand ine sculpting and boring tool Fast freehand or template letterwork carving

Deep and narrow proiles Planing action at the tip of the shaft

Gets into places other tools can’t reach Excellent control and safety Replaceable carbide teeth, long blade life Can be used with guides or templates for accuracy Attaches to standard 100mm (4”) and 115mm (4½”) angle IND-FG-500 grinders. 10 Work with templates

Freehand or template letterwork Detail sculpting

Included with the TURBOShaftTM: • 1 x TURBOShaftTM • 1 x Depth Gauge • 1 x Allen Key • Torx key

www.arbortech.com.au 11 To see it in action: bit.ly/mini_grinder Complete Mini - Grinder TOOLS Mini Grinder

FINISHING / SANDING When visibility and versatility counts DEEP PROFILE The Mini-Grinder is the most versatile woodcarving power DETAIL CARVING tool that you’ll ever own. It is so easy to use, and lets you ROUGH SHAPING do everything from rough shaping and sanding to the inest PLANING details and its unique shape allows you excellent visibility. TEMPLATE WORK 0 1 2 3 4 5 Freehand power carving

Medium to ine shaping Ideal for medium wood removal and detailed carving (burls, busts, woodturning, relief carving, sculpting, totem poles, carving soft stone, removing grout from tiles, etc) Easy to use Extremely controllable Fitted on slim handle angle grinder A large variety of 50mm blades available for versatility

MIN-FG-300 12 Product & Accessories

Mini-Grinder Power Tool 710 Watt power tool, 4 assorted grit sanding pads & spare blade

Product Code: MIN.FG.300

Mini-Grinder Blades (50mm) • 2 x resharpenable blades • 10mm depth of cut • Made from hardened steel • 3mm width of kerf • Resharpen using a 4mm ile

Product Code: MIN.FG.001

Mini-Grinder Industrial Blade (50mm) ete • 2 tungsten carbide tips

• 10mm depth of cut Compl • 4mm width of kerf TOOLS • Resharpen using diamond ile I have been a sculptor“ for over 25 years and I have Product Code: MIN.FG.012 been using the Arbortech tools Mini-Grinder Sanding Pads (50mm) since the irst Woodcarver Blade • 50mm abrasive pads

“was invented. I love my toys, • Screws directly onto the Mini-Grinder they are the best! • 40, 60, 80, 120 grit pads Product Code: MIN.FG.006 - 011 Flint Edwards, Sculptor “ Mini-Grinder Diamond Blade (50mm) Congratulations on the • Suitable for cutting or grinding tiles, design and manufacture stone & most masonry products • Suitable for sharpening & grinding of these outstanding tools, • Tungsten carbide they are super smooth and Product Code: MIN.FG.016 “predictable. We also carry a comprehensive range of other accessories and Bishwa Oaks, Wood Sculptor replacement parts. Please see our website for details. www.arbortech.com.au 13 To see it in action: bit.ly/power_chisel Complete Power Chisel TOOLS Power Chisel

FINISHING / SANDING The ultimate woodworker’s tool DEEP PROFILE The Power Chisel is the ultimate woodworker’s friend; DETAIL CARVING you simply guide the chisel in the direction you prefer. It ROUGH SHAPING does everything that a traditional hammer and chisel will, PLANING only easier and faster. It is so safe and easy to use that TEMPLATE WORK it is perfect for everyone, from kids to the professional 0 1 2 3 4 5 woodworker.

Freehand power chiselling Detailed and intricate work Anything a hammer and chisel will do Ideal for detailing (letters, drawing lines, highlights, etc) Easy to use Extremely safe Fitted on slim handle angle grinder Easy click-system chisel change Large range of high-quality chisels available

PCH.FG.300 14 Product & Accessories

Power Chisel Power Tool 710 Watt power tool, 7 x 20mm shallow gouge, 1 x 20mm lat chisel and 15ml oil bottle. Product Code: PCH.FG.300 Chisel Starter Kit Good basic selection suitable for most projects No 11 - 7mm Gouge | No 8 - 7mm Gouge | No 9 - 20mm Gouge | 60˚V - 8mm | 90˚V - 18mm Product Code: PCH.FG.033

Woodcarvers Kit

Additional range for woodcarving ete No 9 - 20mm Gouge | No 8 - 7mm Gouge | 90˚V - 18mm Product Code: PCH.FG.032 Compl Oil reill pack TOOLS Product Code: PCH.FG.055

Product Sweep No. Code Proile

Single Flat 20mm 1 PCH.FG.001 20

8 Single, V 60 Degree12x8mm 60° PCH.FG.002 18 Single V 90 Degree 18mm 90° PCH.FG.013 “

Single Gouge 7x20mm 7 PCH.FG.003 20

7 Single Gouge 11x7mm 11 PCH.FG.006 A most signiicant advance in woodcarving 7 Single Sweep 8x7mm 8 PCH.FG.011 technology, it offers much more than others I’ve seen, it is 20 destined to be a world beater! Single Gouge 9x20mm 9 PCH.FG.012 Brian Eaves, woodcarver and contributing editor of the Australian Chisels can be purchased as indvidual items. We also carry a comprehensive range of other “ accessories and replacement parts.Visit our website (www.arbortech.com.au) for details. Woodworker Magazine www.arbortech.com.au 15 To see it in action: bit.ly/contour_sander SANDING

Random Sander The Arbortech Contour Random Sander is a revolutionary FINISHING / SANDING tool for sanding deep proiles, contours and detail work. DEEP PROFILE Areas that previously could only be sanded by hand can DETAIL CARVING now be inished rapidly. The random orbital sanding action ROUGH SHAPING combined with the patented lexible backing pad creates

PLANING a perfect inish without scars, scratches or blemishes.

TEMPLATE WORK The sanding discs are attached by a high temperature / pressure sensitive adhesive. Alternatively heavy duty non- 0 1 2 3 4 5 adhesive discs can be attached using the supplied plastic lange. Sanding deep internal proiles Finishing bowls and free formed shapes Detail sanding and spot sanding Concave and convex shapes Light or aggressive sanding Powerful random sanding action Moulds to shape for effective sanding of shaped and sculpted forms Fits to any standard angle grinder Does not burn or dig in at edges Attaches to standard 100mm (4”) and 115mm (4½”) angle SAN-FG-200 grinders. 16 Included: • 1 x Random Sander Attachment • 1 x Backing Pad • 5 x 80 Grit Sanding Discs Heavy duty discs sold separately • 5 x 120 Grit Sanding Discs • 5 x 180 Grit Sanding Discs • 5 x 240 Grit Sanding Discs We carry a comprehensive range of • 5 x 320 Grit Sanding Discs sanding discs and other accessories. • 5 x 400 Grit Sanding Discs Please visit our website for details: • 5 x 600 Grit Sanding Discs www.arbortech.com.au 17 Industrial Industrial Woodcarver BLADES Industrial FINISHING / SANDING The professional’s choice DEEP PROFILE The Industrial Woodcarver is the professional choice in DETAIL CARVING rotary woodcarving. This blade carves the hardest and ROUGH SHAPING the softest wood with equal smoothness, eficiency and PLANING control. In fact, the harder the wood, the better the Industrial TEMPLATE WORK Woodcarver works! 0 1 2 3 4 5 Freehand power carving in hard and soft wood Rough shaping and trenching Medium to large projects Ideal for fast wood removal in sculpting (burls, busts, chairs, rocking horses, etc.) High quality, long lasting even in the hardest woods Replaceable carbide teeth, long blade life Excellent control

To see it in action: IND-FG-100 bit.ly/industrial_woodcarver 18

Arbortech tools are so easy to Product & accessories use and control, but the main beneit is the ease and speed of Industrial Woodcarver removing large amounts of wood. “ Industrial blade & Torx™ key, attaches to 100mm & “Time consuming removal of waste 115mm angle grinders (4” & 4 1/2”) wood has been hugely reduced, leaving me in a better frame of mind to Product Code: IND.FG.100 tackle the more detailed work. Industrial Pro-Kit Nobby Clark - Professional Woodworker Industrial blade, Torx™ Key & guard system, attaches to 100mm & 115mm angle grinders (4” & 4 1/2”)

Product Code: IND.FG.200

Pro Guard Adjustable, can be used as a depth gauge and guide for straight cutting.

Product Code: ACC.FG.100

Industrial Teeth & Screws 3 x K40 grade tungsten carbide teeth & 3 x M3 Torx™ screws

Product Code: IND.FG.012

Industrial Blade Torx Key To suit M3 screws

Product Code: IND.FG.040 BLADES Industrial

www.arbortech.com.au 19 To see it in action: bit.ly/tuff_cut Industrial Trade Blade (Tuff Cut) BLADES Tu Cut

FINISHING / SANDING Makes tough jobs easy DEEP PROFILE The Trade Blade is the trades person and DIY dream. Its DETAIL CARVING resharpenable tungsten carbide teeth promise long life and ROUGH SHAPING unrivalled cutting performance. It is designed for straight PLANING cuts and carving through the toughest of materials, from TEMPLATE WORK dirty wood to aluminium. 0 1 2 3 4 5

Straight cuts Carving aluminium Cuts most materials

Ideal for removing old loorboards and decking, cutting PVC pipes, cutting any sheet material Easy to use Extremely controllable Resharpenable tungsten carbide teeth Easy to sharpen Can be used for a large variety of applications Fits to 115mm (4 1/2”) and 125mm (5”) angle grinders IND.FG.115 20 BLADES Industrial

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22 Notes

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