Who is the fastest weld grinder in America?

Who will be crowned the fastest grinder in America? If you're attending FABTECH, come check out 3M Clash of the Grinders 2019 – a weld grinding challenge unlike any other.

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  • What is 3M Clash of the Grinders?

    3M Clash of the Grinders is a timed "grind-off" tournament hosted at the 3M booth at FABTECH. 12 metalworking pros will go head-to-head grinding 4-inch welds until the fastest grinder in America is left standing. Plus, the winner will challenge last year's champion in a final grind-off!

    When is 3M Clash of the Grinders?

    Tuesday, November 12, 2019.

    Round 1 – 10:00 a.m.

    Round 2 – 11:30 a.m.

    Where?

    The 3M booth (B33045) at FABTECH 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.

    Who will be competing?

    12 metalworkers from around the country will be selected to compete.

    What prizes could I win?

    First place:

    - 3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9100, 06-0100-30iSW, with ADF 9100Xxi
    - 3M™ Grinder 28824, T27 4-1/2 in. 5/8-11 External 1.5hp
    - 3 cases of 3M™ Cubitron™ II Abrasives

    Average Retail Value: $2,707.03

    Second place:

    - 3M™ Speedglas™ Welding Helmet 9002NC
    - 4 cases of 3M™ Cubitron™ II Abrasives

    Average Retail Value: $1,286.60

    Third place:

    - 3M™ Speedglas™ 100 Welding Helmet, 07-0012-31BL
    - 3 cases of 3M™ Cubitron™ II Abrasives

    Average Retail Value: $982.60 

    • Notice: 3M Clash of the Grinders will be streamed live online. Chosen competitors agree to being recorded for a live internet broadcast.


Submissions for the event are now closed.

Thank you to all who submitted. Participants will be chosen and notified soon.

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