Magnetic floor sweeper

Hmmm, not sure... Are you referring to some specific product? I'm not not sure what you're referring to.

Anyhow, if it's a truly magnetic product, I wouldn't expect it to work on brass, AL, SS, etc...



sophijo said:
Do these work for "chips"? Recommendations appreciated.
Thanks
Dave
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Are you thinking about the one on wheels that you push around like a broom? One of the things I have found in using any magnet around fine ferrous metals is that it is very difficult to remove it from the magnet once you pick it up. I use a paper shop towl and try to wipe it off but that doesn't work well. I have just settled on using my shop vac and it works on alum too. I do like the pick up tool from Harbor Freight that has a quick release handle. Works great for the larger objects such as nuts and bolts but the small swarf still doesn't release so easy. http://www.harborfreight.com/long-reach-magnetic-pickup-tool-with-quick-release-93950.html
 
I tape the paper towel to it. When done pull it off. No fine stuff to clean off. I have a Harbor Freight.

"Billy G" :))
 
Possibly off topic but related... This year I revamped the shop and put epoxy coating on the floor with color chips that give it some tooth/grip. It's great! Very strong, sweeps-up easily and a quick mop with detergent makes it as clean as the kitchen floor. Moving the shop equipment was a pain but, I purposely did a 4 week renovation this summer to get things under control. -No regrets at all about doing it. If you go that route, I'm told by others that the hardware store brands don't hold up well. I went with this brand but, the same thing is sold under a few different names. Prices vary and some include shipping, some dont... Do your homework. http://www.epoxy-coat.com/
 
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