Mirka Marine Solutions 1
About Mirka KWH Mirka Ltd is a family-owned Finnish company and a world leader in abrasives technology innovation. We are offering a complete range of technically superior, high quality abrasives, innovatively designed tools, complete sanding systems and supplementary products. This total innovative solution delivers real benefits to customers in terms of speed, first-class efficiency, surface finish quality and cost effectiveness, even when tackling the most demanding applications. Mirka is the first company in its sector to obtain the three most important quality standards. The production process guarantees reliable quality by following the ISO 9001 quality assurance system. The OHSAS 18001 occupational health and safety management system ensures a high level of work safety. The ISO 14001 environmental management system proves that we consider the environment in all our activities. 96 percent of our products are exported and sold across the globe through our subsidiaries and importers. For more information, please visit www.mirka.com Corporate Responsibility CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY. Changing conditions inspire us to improve and grow our business. We see that our customers are as interested in sustainability as we are. This is why our product development is focused on innovating the best sustainable products and systems, while continually improving our own environmental performance. Our business is focused on providing the best surface finishing preparation tools and systems to customers. To be the most sustainable finishing systems provider, we are digging deep down to the core of our company to figure out what it really means to be sustainable. We have accomplished a great deal already and have many more initiatives we will take on in the future. For people working at Mirka, it has always been clear to not waste financial or material resources of our own or those of our customers. We find it is equally clear to preserve the planet s resources. Sustainability is a natural extension of this approach. It means taking the economy, the earth, and people into consideration when we make business decisions now and for future generations. We are continuously looking for opportunities to reduce our environmental footprint this aligns with our company values and also cuts costs. We have worked hard to conserve energy and raw materials, reduce waste, increase recycling, and decrease the use of persistent chemicals. We are developing healthier, safer, and more efficient products and processes so that our customers and employees will benefit. 2 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
Mirka Marine Solutions CONTENTS PLUG AND MOLD SANDING... 4 PLUG AND MOLD FINISHING... 6 CONDITIONING OF GEL COAT... 8 DUST SUCTION HOOD...13 INTERIOR HIGH GLOSS PROCESS... 14 SOLID SURFACE PROCESS... 15 POLISH YOUR BOAT... 9 ACRYLIC RESTORATION...10 TEAK DECK MAINTENANCE...11 BELOW WATER LINE...12 PAINT RECTIFICATION... 16 ON MARINE CLEARCOAT PAD WASHER SYSTEM...18 SOLUTIONS TROLLEYS...19 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 3
PLUG AND MOLD SANDIN PLUG AND MOLD SANDING ABRASIVES Abranet Ace Abranet Ace HD Abranet Ace offers superior cut and performance for more demanding sanding applications, with an optimized net construction and ceramic grains. Abranet Ace HD resists high wear and tear and is ideal for heavy-duty applications. Abranet Ace Rolls P80 P500 Abranet Ace HD Rolls P40 P120 Abranet Ace Strips 70 x 420 mm P80 P500 Abranet Ace HD discs P40 P120 Abranet Ace discs P80 P500 4 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
PLUG AND MOLD SANDING G SANDING TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES PNEUMATIC TOOLS Mirka ROS2 850CV ELECTRIC TOOLS Mirka PROS 650CV Mirka OS 383CV Mirka ROS2 510CV Hose 27 mm x 5,5 m with integrated pneumatics Mirka DEROS 650CV Mirka DEOS 383CV Hose 27 mm x 5,5 m with integrated cable HAND SANDING BLOCKS DUST EXTRACTION Mirka Dust Extractor 1025 L PC MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 5
PLUG AND MOLD FINISHING PLUG AND MOLD FINISHI ABRASIVES Polarstar Polarstar offers outstanding performance on hard tooling gelcoats and scratch resistant clearcoats. Polarstar P320 P1500 Abralon Abralon specially developed for surface preparation and finishing prior to polishing. Abralon 180, 360, 500, 600, 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 Microstar Microstar designed for matting and paint rectification of top- and clear coat. Microstar P400 P2000 6 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
PLUG AND MOLD FINISHING NG FINISHING TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES PNEUMATIC TOOLS Mirka PROS 650CV Mirka ROS 325CV Hose 27 mm x 5,5 m with integrated pneumatics ELECTRIC TOOLS Mirka DEROS 650CV ACCESSORIES Mirka PS 1437 Polisher Hose 27 mm x 5,5 m with integrated cable DUST EXTRACTION Polarshine 35 is a coarse polishing compound developed for demanding Marine applications. Polarshine 10 is a medium coarse compound which leaves a high gloss finish. Mirka Dust Extractor 1025 L PC MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 7
CONDITIONING OF GEL COAT CONDITIONING OF GEL COAT DEEP CLEANING USE: Abralon Machine sanding COMPOUNDING / CLEANING USE: Polarshine 35 + Natural wool pad Polarshine 10 + Natural wool pad SWIRL REMOVAL / POLISHING USE: Polarshine 10 + Yellow foam pad SURFACE PROTECTION USE: Polarshine Liqiud Nano wax Polarshine 3 Nano wax TOOLS & ACCESSORIES Abralon specially developed for surface preparation and finishing prior to polishing. Abralon 2000, 4000 Mirka DEROS 650CV Polarshine 10 a medium coarse compound which leaves a high gloss finish. Mirka PS 1437 Polisher Surface protection with Liquid Nano wax or Polarshine 3 Nano wax 8 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
POLISH YOUR BOAT POLISH YOUR BOAT MIRKA FINISHING KIT MARINE COMPOUND GRADE SCALE Mirka Finishing Kit: 2 pcs Abralon 2000, 2 pcs Abralon 4000, 1 pcs Yellow foam pad, 1 pcs Natural wool pad, 1 pcs 250 ml Polarshine 10 and 1 pcs Microfiber cloth POLARSHINE 35 POLARSHINE 25 POLARSHINE 15 POLARSHINE 10 POLARSHINE 8 POLARSHINE 3 nano antistatic wax LIQUID NANO WAX COARSE P800 P800 P1500 P1500 P2000 FINE POLISHING COMPOUNDS POLISHING PADS COARSE MEDIUM FINE Twisted lamb s wool Natural lamb s wool Lamb s wool Yellow flat polishing pad Yellow waffle foam pad White flat polishing pad Black waffle polishing pad Black flat polishing pad MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 9
ACRYLIC RESTORATION ACRYLIC RESTORATION Scratches and small defects can easily be removed by sanding and polishing. SANDING STEP Deep scratches Start with P500 P800 (Abranet Ace) 1000 3000 (Abralon ) Minor scratches Start with 1000 3000 (Abralon ) Abranet Ace offers superior cut and performance for more demanding sanding applications, with an optimized net construction and ceramic grains. Abralon is specially developed for surface preparation and finishing prior to polishing. POLISHING POLISHING Natural lamb s wool Yellow waffle foam pad Mirka PS 1437 Polarshine 35 Polisher Polarshine 10 Mirka PS 1437 Polisher 10 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
TEAK DECK MAINTENANCE TEAK DECK MAINTENANCE If the teak deck is in bad shape or has deep scratches start with P80, if only restoring or small defects start with P120. Abranet Ace P80 Abranet Ace P120 Abranet Ace P180 500 DEEP SCRATCHES SMALL DEFECTS FINISH Abranet Ace offers superior cut and performance for more demanding sanding applications, with an optimized net construction and ceramic grains. TOOLS & ACCESSORIES Mirka DEROS 650CV Dust extraction hose with intergrated cable Mirka Dust Extractor 1230 L AFC MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 11
BELOW WATER LINE BELOW WATER LINE When sanding below the water line, on a new fiberglass surface before applying anti fouling or removing old anti fouling, we recommend to use Abranet Ace HD + high orbital pneumatic machine + dust extractor or alternatively an electric rotating machine + dust suction hood. Abranet Ace HD resists high wear and tear and is ideal for heavy-duty applications. TOOLS & ACCESSORIES Mirka DEROS 650CV Mirka ROS2 650CV Mirka PS 1524 Polisher Dust suction hood developed for more aggressive sanding applications with and excellent dust removal. Mirka Dust Extractor 1025 L PC 12 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
DUST SUCTION HOOD DUST SUCTION HOOD i i i Easy keyless attachment of hood to PS1437 Front segment can be removed for better visibility and to reach edges Hose conntected with the soft adapter delivered with the hose i Brushes ensure good suction and protect surface Back pad features Robust hooks 17 holes for great dust suction Pad diameter 125 mm Sanding close to an edge or for better visual inspection the front cover is removable. MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 13
INTERIOR HIGH GLOSS PROCESS INTERIOR HIGH GLOSS PROCESS SINGLE COMPOUND POLISHING PROCESS POLARSHINE 10 Defect removal Compounding Polish / Finish 1 2 1 1 Remove defects: sand with Microstar P800/P1200. Sand with medium speed, 7,000 8,000 rpm. Reduce scratches: use Abralon 3000 damp sanding. Sand with low speed, 6,000 rpm. Use Polarshine 10 and Mirka Lambswool Pro pad. Use Polarstar 10 and Mirka Yellow Waffle pad. Wipe and do final cleaning with Mirka soft microfiber cloth. 2 COMPOUND POLISHING PROCESS POLARSHINE 35 + 10 Defect removal Compounding Polish / Finish Note: For best result, use the right combination with compound/pad and Soft edge backing pad: 1 1 2 Backing pad 135mm, M14 soft Code: 8297902011 Remove defects: sand with Microstar P800/P1200. Sand with medium speed, 7,000 8,000 rpm. Use Polarshine 35 and Twisted lambswool pad. Use Polarshine 10 and Mirka Yellow Waffle pad to remove swirls and holograms. Wipe and do final cleaning with Mirka soft microfiber cloth. 14 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
SOLID SURFACES PROCESS SOLID SURFACE PROCESS MIRKA OFFERS A UNIQUE SYSTEM FOR SANDING AND POLISHING SOLID SURFACE. FOR AN OPTIMAL FINISH, USE MIRKA S RECOMMENDED PROCESS IN COMBINATION WITH ABRASIVES, POLISHING COMPOUNDS, TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES. MATT FINISH P120 P180 P320 360 Use following grits of Abranet Ace. Finish with Abralon. SATIN FINISH P120 P180 P320 360 500 500 1000 4000 500 1000 4000 Use following grits of Abranet Ace. Finish with Abralon. HIGH GLOSS FINISH 1 P120 P180 P320 Use following grits of Abranet Ace. Finish with Abralon. HIGH GLOSS FINISH 2 P120 P180 P320 Use following grits of Abranet Ace. Continue with Abralon. Finish by polishing with Polarshine 10 and lambswool. Mirka Dust Extractor 1230 L AFC MIRKA COMPLETE SANDING SYSTEM MIRKA COMPLETE SANDING SYSTEM Abranet discs Abralon discs Mirka PS1524 180 mm Mirka DEROS 650CV Vacuum hose 4 m Lambswool pad 150 mm MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 15
PAINT RECTIFICATION PAINT RECTIFICATION ON MARINE SINGLE COMPOUND POLISHING SOLUTION Defect removal Compounding Polish / Finish 1 2 1 1 Remove defects: use Microstar P1200 or P1500 + 5 mm interface pad. Sand with medium speed, 6,000 7,000 rpm. Reduce scratches: use Abralon 3000 damp sanding. Sand with low speed, 6,000 rpm. Use Polarshine 10 and Mirka Lambswool Pro pad. Polishing speed max. 1,500 rpm. Use Polarshine 10 and Mirka Yellow waffle pad. Wipe and do final cleaning with Mirka soft microfiber cloth. Polishing speed max. 1,500 rpm. 2 COMPOUND POLISHING SOLUTION if needed Defect removal Compounding Polish / Finish Use Microstar for soft fresh paint. 1 1 2 Use Polarstar for hard paints. Note: For best result, use moderate speed 1,200 1,500 rpm to achieve a better cutting performance! Remove defects: use Microstar P1200 or P1500 + 5 mm interface pad. Sand with medium speed, 6,000 7,000 rpm. Optional use WFP by hand. Use Polarshine 35 and Mirka Lambswool Pro pad. Polishing speed max. 1,500 rpm. Use Polarshine 10 and Mirka Yellow waffle pad. Wipe and do final cleaning with Mirka soft microfiber cloth. Polishing speed max. 1,500 rpm. 16 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
PAINT RECTIFICATION CLEARCOAT Defect removal 1 2 3 4 For removing of defect use Polarstar SR and Mirka AOS 130NV or Mirka ROS 150NV machine. Always use water when sanding, apply water to both abrasive and on defect area. Use Mirka damper for best result. Light press with machine and sand for 2 3 seconds. Wipe clean and check the surface. Repeat step 3 if needed. Use Mirka soft microfiber cloth. Note: For best result, use the right combination of abrasive and Soft backing pad. Polarstar SR primarily designed for wet sanding, for corrections of small painting defects and removing of dust particles in top coats and clear coats. Finessing damper Mirka AOS-B 130NV Yellow microfiber cloth Polish / Finish 1 2 3 4 Compounding: use Mirka ROP2 312NV with Mirka Lambswool Pro pad and Polarshine 10. Apply small amount of compound on polishing pad. Gentle press on the machine at moderate speed, wipe clean and check the surface. Repeat the compounding process if needed. Polishing: use Mirka Yellow waffle pad and Polarshine 10. Apply small amount of compound on polishing pad. Gentle press on the machine and use at moderare speed, wipe clean and check the surface. Repeat the polishing process if needed. Use Mirka soft microfiber cloth for final cleaning. Natural lamb s wool 77mm Yellow waffle foam pad 77mm Polarshine 10 a medium coarse compound which leaves a high gloss finish. Mirka ROS2 312NV MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 17
PAD WASHER SYSTEM MIRKA UNIVERSAL PAD WASHER SYSTEM CLEANING YOUR PADS AFTER POLISHING 1 2 3 Fill the bucket with water. Press down the washing grid and fill the bucket with water until it is slightly above the washing grid. It is important to keep the polishing pad clean. A dirty pad can cause deep swirls and scratches. 4 5 6 The Universal Pad Washer is suitable for washing all types of pads. Press down the polisher against the grid and run the polisher at approximately 800 1,200 rpm. Lift the polisher and spin the pad dry at 1,500 2,000 rpm. 7 8 Cleaning Tool for Lambswoolpad For additional drying place the center grid in the lid. Recommended speed: 1,200 1,500 rpm. A clean pad gives a better polishing performance and prolongs the lifetime of the pad. Spare Part Kit for Pad Washer 18 MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS
MIRKA TROLLEYS MIRKA TROLLEYS SOLUTION TROLLEY The Solution Trolley has space for the Mirka dust extractor, abrasives, tools and polishing bottles. Abrasives can be put on the top level for easy availability. There are also two drawers and a locker for storage of tools and abrasives. WORK STATION FOR DUST EXTRACTOR 1230/1242 The work station is a compact shelf and hook system. The functional work station has dedicated space for Mirka cases and abrasives as well as hooks for machines and hose storage. The work station should be fastened to the dust extractor with the case fastening accessory. MIRKA MARINE SOLUTIONS 19
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