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Manufactured/Badged by:
Burgess Vibrocrafters, Inc.
Lake Zurich, IL; Grayslake, IL

True Manufacturer:
Burgess Vibrocrafters, Inc., Lake Zurich, IL; Grayslake, IL
Machine Specifications
Machine Class: Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type: Sander
Machine Size: 2 x 17 3/8 inch belt
Submitted By: Jeff Joslin
Machine Specifications
Description/Model: Model PS-2300 2" portable belt sander
Date of Manufacturer: 1959 (approx.)
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Last Updated 11/16/2020 7:02:07 PM

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Photos provided courtesy of the owner, Jim Schumacher. He provided the following info:

"There is a number stamped on the inside of the base. 2301 There are only 3 pieces to the entire housing! The main oval casting, which makes up the left side and center section, the right side cover including roller holders and flat base are all cast in one piece, and the gear and fan cover. 2 piece handle in attached with 4 screws. Front handle is either Bakelite or early plastic. Original cord is not grounded. Rollers are 3 piece with bronze bushings and hairpin snap rings holding them in place."

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