Articles Tagged with ''grinder''

TLC For Your Anvil

Advice for maintaining or restoring an anvil for a lifetime of service

By Ron Perszewski posted on April 3, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

One of the fascinating aspects of farriery are the different and interesting challenges that each day brings.

Online Extras: April 2017 Issue

March 20, 2017

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Hind end insight from the International Hoof-Care Summit
Video of Dough Workman explaining his use of a grinder with two expansion wheels for shoe modifications
Video demonstration of how to use a gutter guard with a synthetic shoe
Nutrition's role in hoof health
Learn more about the popular insecticide pyrethrins
Photo gallery from the World Horseshoeing Classic

Getting Better Results During the Daily Grind

Improve your efficiency, performance and safety with these tips

By Jeff Cota posted on July 4, 2016 | Posted in Equipment, Safety & Healthcare

Grinders offer a tremendous ability for farriers to include a number of mechanics in a shoe, all the while increasing quality and efficiency.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Sizing Tools to Punch Nails, Part IV

March 28, 2016 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Forging, Shoeing

International Horseshoeing Hall Of Famer Roy Bloom continues his demonstration on adjusting the forepunch, drift and pritchel for your favorite nail. In the installment, Bloom instructs how to properly adjust the forepunch at the grinder.

Getting Better Results With Hospital Plates

Various insights on using hospital plates can help improve your chances for success when the need arises

March 7, 2016 | Posted in Equipment, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

As a tool in a farrier’s arsenal for addressing hoof-care issues, hospital plates are like fire extinguishers — they are seldom used, but you are glad to have them as an option when needed. Also like fire extinguishers, incorrect or ineffective application of hospital plates could lead to disastrous outcomes.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Cold Shaping Horseshoes

December 31, 2015 | Posted in Forging

Rio Rico, Ariz., farrier Chad Lunderville discusses when he will cold shape horseshoes.

A Hands-On Approach To Sharpening Your Hoof Knife

A multi-step process may be old school, but results in a sharpened knife

By Chris Gregory posted on November 30, 2015 | Posted in Equipment

I am always amazed by this great trade of ours. No matter how long you apply yourself to the art of farriery or how much you study the science and theory behind equine footcare, there will always be something to learn. There are so many skill sets that have to be mastered to just become adequate that it can seem a daunting task for the beginner. For the experienced farrier, every time you learn or master something new, this maxim keeps the job fresh and fun.

Online Extras: July/August 2015 Issue

July 6, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Doug Workman's tips for safe and effective use of grinders
Videos detailing Curtis Burns' crack repair techniques
Hall Of Fame farrier Donald Jones' tips for extending the life of your nippers
John Stewarts 2014 article "The Ledge"
Veterans explain how skills they gained in the military have benefited their farrier practice
Advice for dealing with impatient clients and improving their role in the rehab process
In honor of the 2015 National Farriers Week, we have compiled our 4th annual Farriers Spotlight

Shoeing for a Living

No-Frills Footcare In North Georgia

Commitment to getting feet to a “solid” state is the cornerstone of Doug Workman’s farrier practice

By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 3, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

In the world of horseshoeing, Doug Workman is well respected as an American Farrier’s Association certified journeyman farrier and tester, a board of trustees member for the American Association of Professional Farriers and a sought-after clinician.

2012 AAPF Hoofcare Essentials Clinic

[Video] Efficient Use Of Grinders

February 18, 2013 | Posted in Equipment

American Farriers Journal Editor/Publisher Frank Lessiter met up with Doug Workman (Cleveland, Ga.) at the 2012 Nature Farms Farrier Supply Clinic. In this video, Workman discusses choosing an appropriate grinder depending on your tools and use.

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary

American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

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Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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