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Grinding wheels play a key role in machining, and their performance affects machining efficiency and surface quality. This article discusses in detail the structure, abrasive grain characteristics, grinding state and abrasive chip shape of the grinding wheel, and analyzes its influence on the cutting effect. With the correct parameterization, the machining quality can be improved and efficiency can be maintained.
Abrasives are mainly used for grinding, cutting and polishing, among which diamonds are the most commonly used abrasives due to their ultra-high hardness and wear resistance. Natural and synthetic diamonds have their own characteristics, with synthetic diamonds having a lower cost and similar performance. Diamond abrasives are widely used in cutting, polishing and ultra-precision machining fields to provide efficient grinding solutions.
Dry grinding and wet grinding are two common techniques in material processing. Dry grinding requires no liquids, making it suitable for rough machining with lower costs, but it generates dust. Wet grinding uses cooling liquids to reduce friction and heat, making it ideal for precision processing and enhancing product quality, albeit with higher costs. Choosing between the two depends on processing needs, material properties, and environmental considerations.
Wet grinding is a grinding technique that uses liquid lubrication and cooling, offering advantages such as reduced friction, improved processing precision, and minimized dust generation. It is widely used in the processing of metals, ceramics, and stone. Selecting the appropriate liquid and ensuring safety are key to maintaining processing quality. Technological advancements will further enhance its efficiency and applications.
Dry grinding is characterized by its simplicity, high flexibility, and suitability for processing various materials, making it a key method in industrial and manual applications.
Mechanical polishing is more environmentally friendly than chemical polishing because it does not use corrosive or toxic chemical solutions, reducing harm to both the environment and workers. The waste generated from mechanical polishing is mainly solid abrasives or dust, which are relatively easier to recycle and dispose of, posing lower risks of water and soil pollution. This makes mechanical polishing a preferred choice in manufacturing processes that prioritize sustainability and environmental protection.
Carbon footprint verification will become a fundamental threshold for business development.
Whether to comply with international policies such as the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) or the Clean Competition Act (CCA), or to participate in the carbon trading market, companies will need accurate carbon emission data to ensure compliance and cost control. At the same time, growing consumer awareness of environmental sustainability means that transparency in a product’s carbon footprint will directly impact brand reputation and sales competitiveness.
Taiwan is dedicated to promoting 2050 net-zero emissions and carbon neutrality by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing carbon dioxide removal (CDR) through energy transitions, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and forest carbon sinks. Achieving this goal requires the collective efforts of the government, businesses, and citizens.
Carbon footprint verification is crucial for the sustainable development of companies, as it not only helps businesses evaluate their carbon footprint but also promotes reduced energy consumption, improved efficiency, and a positive market image. Amid the global trend toward carbon neutrality, carbon footprint verification has become essential in implementing Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) policies for companies and organizations. Honway focuses on physical polishing technologies and has rich experience in super-hard abrasives and rare-earth raw materials, dedicated to providing low-pollution polishing solutions to meet customers’ needs for environmental sustainability and high performance.
本章介紹ESG（環境、社會、公司治理）作為企業永續發展的重要評估框架，幫助企業從環境保護、社會責任和公司治理三方面強化自身的永續競爭力。分析CSR與SDGs三者的不同更深入了解企業如何評估項目與方向，透過實踐ESG，企業不僅能夠達到合規要求和提升聲譽，還能建立更強的風險抵抗力與信任度，為利害關係人創造長期價值。在全球對永續發展關注日益增加的背景下，ESG已成為企業成功經營與負責任經營的重要指標。
