1. Check every shipment of grinding wheels for possible damage in transit and do not accept shipments that show damage to the pallet, box or container.
  2. Carefully inspect the wheels in a shipment as they are unpacked.
  3. Do a ring test on every vitrified wheel 4″ and larger before mounting.
  4. Store grinding wheels in a rack or on shelves specifically designed for grinding wheels. Grinding wheels should be organized and protected. See the image below for a storage system example.
  5. Don’t handle grinding wheels carelessly, they are fragile and can easily be chipped, cracked or broken.
  6. Be sure to store grinding wheels so that the oldest wheels are used first. Remember, abrasives have a shelf life.
  7. Always store grinding wheels in a dry, protected area that is free from extreme variations in temperature.
  8. If you suspect a wheel may be damaged, don’t use it without first having it speed tested.

.Example of how to store grinding wheelsClick on the image for a larger view.