A fladder sander is a more modern method of achieving a clear finish than traditional belt sanders. Traditionally hand held, a fladder offers the opportunity to give a truly tailored sanding experience; it helps finish wood, metal, and other surfaces by deburring, polishing, brushing, and sanding the material. Fladder machines are included in the sanding & polishing machines category.

How Does a Fladder Sander Work?

Unlike a belt sander, where the unit requires a flat surface and the wood or surface to be static, the fladder allows the user to effectively wield the sander in whatever manner is needed. This can mean that smooth shapes can be sanded into the wood, or that wood with inconvenient shaping can be sanded in much the same way as a standard plank. The fladder machine is very simple yet incredibly effective; the fladder and the sanding drum are all that is needed, and the entire setup can be purchased cheaply.

Buying a Fladder Machine

The benefit of a fladder machine is that the drum is the only part that will truly wear down, and this is the piece that is easily replaced, making a second hand purchase a real bargain.

Manufacturers such as MAKITA, BLACK & DECKER, DEWALT, WICKES, BOSCH, RHYAS, MUHLACKER, JCB, FLADDER DENMARK A/S and DRAPER supply a range of sanders that are compatible with the fladder system.