Ken Mannion
   Fossil Preparation Tools Equipment & Supplies     
Fossil Preparation Services    
Since 1980

Contact.    Ken Mannion Address.      59 Barrow Road. Barton upon Humber. North Lincolnshire. DN18 6AE. England. Telephone.   01652 634827 (Call us 9am to 6pm. 7 days a week)    E Mail.     kenmannion@btinternet.com

Fossil Preparation Tools Pneumatic Pens & chisels          Pneumatic Grinders

	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model ST High quality long life extended carbide tip for excellent vision during close work . Airstream over the tip. Low air consumption. Extensive refinements producing a powerful though extremely smooth flexible quiet pen More details on our ST fossil preparation pen here
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model TT Fast removal of even the hardest matrixes but specifically designed to operate over a wide range from fast matrix removal to fine finishing work. Low air consumption. Wide power range. Refined operation. Air stream over the tip More details on our TT fossil preparation pen here
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Chisel. Model SQ A powerful tool for swift removal of 'bulk ' matrix typically in the initial stages on large blocks. 6mm diameter non rotating well supported fitted Tungsten carbide chisel. Instant on off lever switch. Low air consumption and a high level of control for a tool of this size. Usefully it has a front exhaust
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Grinder. Model PG Top grade industrial quality grinder for long life reliability and performance. 3mm collet. Variable switch. Supplied with fittings hose and a selection of 6 Tungsten carbide cutters and Diamond burrs specifically for and proven to be effective for fossil preparation
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Grinder. Model DG High speed turbine grinder over 350,000rpm. 45 degree head. Instant push fit and push release of 1/16th 1.6mm burrs. 360 degree rotation of handpiece on the air lead. Adapted for fossil preparation with standard pneumatic fittings, on off switch and powerful front exhaust. Extremely effective for virtual shockless delicate grinding especially under magnification. Complete with a selection of diamond burs specifically chosen and of proven use for fossil preparation
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Scaler Essentially a pneumatic pin vice derived from a dentists scaler that imparts a barely discernible gentle movement to the tip and with a very useful air blast. For the very finest closest work and barely discernible matrix removal under magnification. Adapted by us with standard pneumatic fittings and tips specifically produced for fossil preparation

Spares Servicing & Upgrades  Repairs    Modifications   Servicing   We have a totally comprehensive supply of spares for all our pens/grinders airscibes We can service pens back to peak efficiency. We can upgrade standard industrial engravers to fossil preparation standard We can produce one of a kind custom pens for your specific applications Used secondhand pre owned Fossil preparation pens sometimes available Replacement Styluses. Points and needles

Fossil Preparation Starter Setup Complete systems to enable you to embark into Fossil preparation Avoid the complexity of having to match compressors and equipment together yourself. Start fossil preparing practically straight away with specifically designed fossil preparation tools and a well intergrated system.... not an of the shelf inadequate "air engraver or air incisor and a basic mismatched compressor Purchase a kit with a well proven track record. Hundreds sold over many years A comprehensive setup not a basic or budget kit. More than enough capacity to run all our tools. Complete with essential accessories Take advantage of our support with your questions addressed over the phone during your introduction to fossil preparation More details on our fossil preparation setups here

Our most frequently asked questions    A fossil preparation gallery   Prices and Ordering information Any questions ? Contact us kenmannion@btinternet.com

Fossil Preparation Hand Tools Pin-vices Chisels Micro-scalpels. Quality Hand tools to compliment your mechanical tools Specifically designed and evolved for Fossil preparation

Fossil Preparation Consolidants Glues fillers polishes varnishes etc. More details on fossil preparation consolidants here

Fossil Preparation Blaster Uses compressed air from your compressor in conjunction with cabinet and extractor No electricity required Foot pedal on / off switch Long life .062 inch nozzle Adjustable powder and air flow Simple to use. High build quality and design. Effective fine and/or fast finishing of Fossil specimens. More details on the fossil preparation blasters here

Fossil Preparation Books The most popular and useful books on the subject. More details on fossil preparation books here

Fossil Preparation Saw Our 14 inch diameter diamond saw, is specifically designed for the hand feeding, slicing, cutting and trimming of fossil specimens and their typical limestones. Built to high but practical specifications for a long life and ease of use using water as the coolant. See our 20 year old machine still performing like new in our workshop.   More details on the fossil preparation saw here

Our customers include the National Museums and leading Universities of dozens of countries as well as Freelance preparators/conservators, commercial dealers and amateurs working from home workshops. Our Fossil Preparation tools are used by countless users throughout the UK and over 40 other countries worldwide. We have produced and supplied fossil preparation tools and equipment for over 25 years and are acknowledged as one of the most experienced fossil preparators in the UK. .Unbeatable experience...Unsurpassable service support & advice                 kenmannion@btinternet.com

      
Last revision/update 20th October 2009