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Q&A: July/August 2017

What are your best tips for repairing or maintaining your farrier tools?

July 3, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

A: I use a Dremel tool with a cut off blade to knurl the head of my driving hammer. This helps prevent me from bending nails. I only have one good eye and without the knurled head, I’ll bend too many nails.

Success With Hoof Testers Requires A Systematic Approach

An open discussion of this veterinarian-farrier tool results in ideas on avoiding common mistakes

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 4, 2016 | Posted in Equipment, Diseases, Shoeing

Bras questioned whether veterinarians and farriers in attendance will go directly to a foot suspected of being lame. He finds that this is a mistake, and his approach is to begin the test elsewhere.

Shoeing For A Living

[Video] Saddlebred Packages And Shoeing Equipment

August 26, 2014 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

Farrier Bob Lanners from Carol Stream, Ill., discusses the specifics of shoes,shoeing packages and equipment he uses when working with Saddlebred horses.

2014 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Trade Show: SomerSong Forge Tower Shoeing Box

May 22, 2014 | Posted in Equipment

For 2014, SomerSong Forge introduces the three-wheel Tower Shoeing Box created by Roger Newman, a 35-year tradesman. The idea came from the needs for a lighter toolbox with the tool heads up. Learn more about this and other great farrier products at SomerSongForge.com.

2014 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Trade Show: PurdyBilt

February 3, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment

PurdyBilt Showcases Quality Trailers & Service. Interview with Ken Scott.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Benefits Of Modifying A Hoof Knife

May 10, 2012 | Posted in Education, Equipment

Farrier educator Danny Ward demonstrates how to modify a hoof knife to better fit your grip.

Veterinarian Quick Takes

[Video] Hoof Support Impression Material

March 22, 2012 | Posted in Equipment, Therapeutic Shoeing

From the Equilox How-To Series: Hoof Support Impression Material

Farrier Tips: How Safe Is Your Shoeing Rig?

March 12, 2012 | Posted in Equipment

For self-employed farriers, rig safety's not just a matter of protecting your equipment and preventing downtime for repairs.

10 Questions to Answer Before Buying a Shoeing Rig

By Lisa Kemp posted on December 1, 2011 | Posted in Equipment

Thoughtful research and planning are crucial when selecting a new shoeing rig. Whether it's your first truck or trailer, an upgrade to accommodate a new aspect of your practice, a second rig to use part-time in another state or the "dream rig" you've been wanting for years, mapping out what you like is a good way to get exactly what you need and avoid buyer's remorse.

2011 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Grand Circuit Unveils New Nails, Nail-Making Machine

May 12, 2011 | Posted in Equipment, Forging

Steve Bloom of Grand Circuit speaks the use of new nail-making machines and Grand Circuit's approach to the nailing market.

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Q&A: July/August 2017

Success With Hoof Testers Requires A Systematic Approach

[Video] Saddlebred Packages And Shoeing Equipment

[Video] Trade Show: SomerSong Forge Tower Shoeing Box

[Video] Trade Show: PurdyBilt

[Video] Benefits Of Modifying A Hoof Knife

[Video] Hoof Support Impression Material

Farrier Tips: How Safe Is Your Shoeing Rig?

10 Questions to Answer Before Buying a Shoeing Rig

[Video] Grand Circuit Unveils New Nails, Nail-Making Machine

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