1. What is MBX?

MBX is a patented surface treatment system. It consists of small, easy to handle drive units, which are powered pneumatically or electrically. The MBX System comes with adapting options for a variety of brush belts and eraser wheels that can be used for surface preparation in many kinds of industrial and skilled-trade applications.

MBX solves problems in many application areas:
Automotive industry
Wood industry
Tobacco industry
Screen printing industry
Vinyl industry
Mining industry
Mechanical and plant engineering
Building and underground construction
Oil and petrochemical industries
Aviation and space
Boat- and shipbuilding industries
Welding industry
Metalworking and foundry industries

2. What are the advantages of the MBX System?

MBX is:
Effective
Handy
Safe
Individually applicable

MBX operates:
Without damaging materials
With a long service life
With an optimized price-performance ratio

MBX offers:
Sandblasting effect with peak-to-valley heights up to 75 microns / 3 mils.
Enormous surface adaptability for processing contours.
Ability to work in areas with sharp edges.
Ability to completely remove sticky materials with no remaining residue.

3. How does the MBX Belt System work?

Once the MBX Belt is in motion, centrifugal force causes the belt to tighten and run smoothly and gently as if suspended on a cushion of air. This makes it possible to easily and safely process corners, sharp edges, difficult contours and even welding seams.

4. How does the MBX Vinyl Zapper work?

The air-cushion and lamella design makes it possible to achieve a rotational speed of 3,500 rpm, which results in the system's high performance levels.

During rotation, centrifugal force creates an air-cushion that offers decisive advantages:
Vibrations are absorbed, which promotes smooth running (compare a solid rubber tire to an air-filled tire)

The work area of the MBX Vinyl Zapper is significantly increased with the application of pressure, which also boosts performance (much like a car tire that is filled with only a small amount of air)

A common problem with MBX Vinyl Zappers is their tendency to drift to the right when attached to a drill. The special angled design of the MBX Pneumatic unit eliminates this problem completely.

During rotation, the lamella design decreases the size of the work area and reduces heat in the desired amount. For this reason, the MBX Vinyl Zapper produces no smearing or paint burn-in if used properly.

5. How is it possible to reach such high performance levels at speeds of just 3,500 rpm, and how is the sandblasting effect achieved?

When using the correct working pressure, the work area of the MBX Belt on the work surface is enlarged in much the same way as when using a belt sander. This increases the working speed.

The loop-like motion of the MBX Belt causes the angled bristle wires, which are individually mounted in the flexible carrier material, to strike the work surface with strong acceleration. The angled wire tips ensure that the sharp tips aggressively strike the work surface at the proper angle. This removes, for example, paint and sealing compounds in much the same way as sandblasting. The sandblasting effect is clearly visible on the target surface, which offers the best substrate for tin plating, filler applications and a wide range of adhesive applications.

Scientific studies have shown that the system's design results in each individual wire tip striking the target service twice per revolution, which further increases performance. This requires a rotational speed of circa 3,300 rpm for the MBX Belt System. This corresponds to the working speed of our MBX Belt System, as the MBX Pneumatic drive unit was specifically developed for this rotational speed.

In addition, it is also of crucial importance that the air-cushion immediately absorbs the vibration created by the impact on the work surface of the wire, which can then re-strike the work surface vibration-free. This creates the best level of kinetic energy.

The specially hardened tips are as hard as 68 RC, a level of hardness never previously attained with brush technology. This hard wire tip, in conjunction with the overall design, makes it possible to achieve surface-to-valley heights up to 75 microns / 3 mils on materials made of aluminum, copper-nickel alloys or St 37.
These surface profiles eliminate all adhesion problems when using adhesive technology and provide for an exceptional substrate when performing tin plating or galvanizing, applying filler materials, or when applying underbody coatings or sealing compounds.

6. How can sealing compounds, adhesive compounds and underbody coatings be removed without smearing the work surface?

Because of their design, MBX Belts deliver extremely high performance at speeds as low as 3,500 rpm. In addition, the open design ensures that MBX belts cause no unwanted damage, even when working on tough compounds.

The formula for preventing smearing and poisonous fumes:

HIGH PERFORMANCE AT LOW SPEEDS (3,500 RPM)
--> Low friction
--> Low heat
--> No melting of soft compounds
--> No smearing and no poisonous fumes
CLEAN AND METALLICALLY CLEAN SURFACES

7. How is deep cleaning achieved when removing corrosion?

As is the case with coarser MBX Belt Systems, the thinner and denser bristle tips of the MBX System strike and completely clean the coating of corrosion from the work surface while also creating a fine sandblasting effect.

8. Why do the fine-grade MBX Belts not create a sandblasting effect?

Because the wire tips of the fine-grade MBX Belts are not angled, they do not create a sandblasting effect. Because of their ability to adapt to surface structures, however, the green fine-grade MBX Belts are especially well suited for the removal of paint from beading and contour areas (e.g., bend areas in repair panels).

9. Why is the MBX System gentle to materials?

MBX products do not grind materials. Instead, the wire tips of the MBX Belts are constructed to strike target surfaces with high energy and the proper angle. These tiny "hammer blows" remove paint, corrosion or soft sealing compounds from the target surface. In contrast to grinding, this process does not remove material but rather achieves material compression. During this process, the open construction and brush design create no heat. In this way, material deformation through excessive temperatures can be completely excluded.

10. Why are MBX Belts so light and easy to use?

Every MBX Belt requires only a slight application pressure.

Because of the enormous flexibility of the MBX Belts, it is easy to reach all edges, beads and contours.

MBX Belts remove virtually no material from the target surface and actually compress the target material. Because of this feature, even the thinnest and rustiest sheet metal can be processed.

When rotating, MBX Belts become transparent. Because it is always possible to precisely follow the removal process, all surfaces can be treated very precisely.

11. Why is the MBX Pneumatic drive unit so easy to use?

Developed especially for this system, the MBX Pneumatic drive unit is compact and weighs only 1.1 kilograms. With a reduced speed of 3,500 rpm and a high-torque motor, the drive unit has been fine-tuned to work with the MBX Belt System.

12. Why does the MBX Pneumatic drive unit have such high levels of torque?

The high output rpm of the high-quality turbine (21,000 rpm) is reduced to 3,500 rpm by means of a planetary gear and toothed belt. Much like driving a car in low gear, this arrangement produces high power levels at low rpm.

The combination of the MBX Belt System and the MBX Pneumatic drive unit guarantees extremely quick and safe working conditions with a long service life.

13. Why is the MBX Pneumatic drive unit so safe?

It is well known in the case of plaited brushes that wire bristles can break and accelerate to high speeds (output speeds normally at 10,000 rpm) and penetrate the skin like a projectile.

Pieces that break off nylon grinding wheels can also cause burns to the skin. At a speed of just 3,500 rpm, acceleration forces are so small with the MBX Pneumatic drive unit that flying particles cannot cause injuries.

The U-shaped bristles of the MBX Belt are individually anchored in a polyamide textile, which secures them against loss.

Unlike grinding, no dust is created. Because any removed particles are relatively large and heavy, they fall directly to the ground and do not float in the air.

Because no heat is created, no toxic fumes are created when removing sealing compounds. This helps protect the breathing passages.

Of course, protective goggles are mandatory.

14. Why do not MBX products grind away or remove so-called "healthy" material?

MBX products do not grind materials. Instead, the wire tips of the MBX Belts are constructed to strike target surfaces with high energy and the proper angle. These tiny "hammer blows" remove paint, corrosion or soft sealing compounds from the target surface. In contrast to grinding, this process does not remove material but rather achieves material compression. During this process, the open construction and brush design create no heat. In this way, material deformation through excessive temperatures can be completely excluded.

15. What is the service life of the MBX Belt System?

It is impossible to specify a particular service life or surface because the service life depends on the frequency of use and the pressure applied during work. Comparing the service life to that of other products is also not possible because the fields of application are much more versatile. When working on sharp edges, other products (e.g., CSD disks) are destroyed much more quickly. Other products are usually unable to achieve metallically clean surfaces or take much longer to do so when removing underbody coatings. Experts agree that even in applications like these, MBX Belts have enormous service lifetimes, even at extremely high working speeds.

16. Can the MBX Pneumatic drive unit save money?

Thanks to its high performance levels and ability to handle specialized tasks, the MBX System can perform complicated and tedious tasks in the shortest possible time. Through its flexibility, the MBX System helps solve many different problems, which saves the user time and therefore money.

17. In which industries MBX products are already used?

Automotive industry
Wood industry
Tobacco industry
Screen printing industry
Vinyl industry
Mining industry
Mechanical and plant engineering
Building and underground construction
Oil and petrochemical industries
Aviation and space
Boat- and shipbuilding industries
Welding industry
Metalworking and foundry industries

18. What are the main applications for MBX products in the automotive industry?

UNDERBODY PROTECTION AND COMPOUNDS
CORROSION
PAINT
PAINT ON ALUMINIUM
SEALS
DECALS AND TAPE

When removing underbody protection, compounds and PVC, especially from beads or welding seams, difficulties always occur when using conventional cup brushes, round brushes or nylon grinding wheels:

--> performance is not satisfactory

--> the brush head is damaged or smeared

--> the work surface is smeared

--> sharp edges and contours are difficult to work; service life is severely limited here

--> removed particles, broken wires or broken pieces of nylon grinding wheels may cause injuries at high speeds (circa 10,000 rpm).

The MBX Pneumatic drive unit with its patented MBX Belt System eliminates these disadvantages. The MBX System has proven itself with more than 100,000 customers in the automotive sector.

The MBX Belt System consists of exchangeable MBX Belts in widths of 23 mm and 11 mm and includes the reusable MBX Adaptor System.

The MBX System, which takes an aggressive approach to surface treatment, uses brushes with angled, ground and extra-hard tips that create a sandblasting effect.

The brushes that are not intended to create a sandblasting effect are not angled but do have extra heat treated tips.

Brushes made from stainless steel wire do not have heat treated tips.

19. Which MBX Belts are used in automotive?

MBX Belt coarse, 23-mm wide, black

Aggressive, robust all-around brush-belt especially well suited for the removal of underbody protection and compounds. Excellent for welding seams.

MBX Belt coarse, 11-mm wide, black

Same as 23-mm version, but especially easy to use and aggressive for hard-to-reach areas, e.g., 90 degree angles.

All coarse brush-belts create a coarse sandblasting effect.

Info: The sandblasting effect offers the best substrate for tin plating, filler application or new applications of sealing compounds and underbody coating.

MBX Belt medium, 23-mm wide, ochre

Corrosion-removal brush with deep-pore cleaning effect. Creates a fine sandblasting effect, compresses and is gentle to material. As virtually no material is removed, can be used on badly pitted sheet metal.

MBX Belt medium, 11-mm wide, ochre

High-performance corrosion removal brush with deep-pore cleaning effect, especially for edge work and difficult-to-reach areas, creates a fine sandblasting effect, compresses and is gentle to material. As virtually no material is removed, can be used on badly pitted sheet metal.

For removal of corrosion on brake and wheel rim mounts, exhaust

Note:Brushes that are used for corrosion removal are no longer suitable for paint removal (may only be used for corrosion removal!)

MBX Belt fine, 11-mm wide, green

Extremely handy paint removal brush for contour- and seam areas, creates a smooth surface, no sandblasting effect.

MBX Belt fine, 23-mm wide, green

Soft cleaning brush, very well suited for sharp-edged areas. Used to clean brake lines, remove compounds from gray cast or sheet metal, not for aluminum or pressure-cast aluminum.

MBX Belt stainless steel, 23-mm wide, blue

for the removal of paint from aluminum chassis (e.g., welding seams) in weld areas and for removal of corrosion. Removal of motor gaskets (not aluminum motors), smooth surfaces, no removal of material.

MBX Belt stainless steel, 11-mm wide, blue

Same as 23-mm version, but especially suited for tight areas, e.g., 90-degree angles

20. When to use the MBX Vinyl Zapper?

MBX Vinyl Zapper, 31-mm wide

For the removal of pin stripes, vinyl, decals, D.O.T. tape, gold leaf vinyl decals. Fast, safe for paint, vibration-free and easy-to-use.

Very effective on old and thin vinyl, especially on letters or gold leaf vinyl decals.

Removal of adhesive residue also of moldings.

21. What are the main applications for MBX products in the wood industry?

Restoration of timber trusses

Structuring of wooden beams - also in building interiors

22. Can MBX be used to work soft woods?

Only when a strongly structured surface is required.

The wood must be dry.

23. Can MBX be used to work hard woods?

Yes, a structured surface is achieved here.

The wood must be dry.

24. Can MBX be used to remove paint from window frames, doors or furniture?

As a rule, the surfaces here should be smooth. Preference should be given here to sanding.

However, MBX fine should be used if a rustic finish is desired.

25. What MBX Belts should be used when working on wood?

Depending on the hardness and surface structure, use brushes without angled tips and with wire diameters from 0.50 mm to 0.70 mm.

Note: The stronger the pressure, the more pronounced the structuring effect.

26. What are the main applications for MBX products in the wood industry?

In the tobacco industry, vendors develop machinery designed to clean tobacco and remove impurities. MONTI has developed special MBX Belt Systems for this market segment that are able to process these impurities.

27. What applications are there for MBX products in the screen printing industry?

Removal of "super glue" and "mesh" from aluminum screening frames.

28. Are MBX products suitable for screening frames made of wood or steel?

As a rule, wood frames are too "soft" and steel frames are too "hard".

29. What are the advantages of using MBX products to remove "mesh" from aluminum frames?

The "mesh" and the "super glue" are separated from the screen printing frame as particles. These particles fall to the ground; no toxic gases are created.

The aluminum surface of the frame is roughened (as if sandblasted)

Working the aluminum results in the compression of the surface structure.

During removal of "mesh" and "super glue", no grinding burrs or sharp edges are created on the screen printing frame.

The aluminum is cleaned deep into its pores.

30. Why is it advantageous to have a surface like a sandblasted one?

This creates an optimized adhesive substrate for newly applied "mesh".

31. Why are there no burrs or sharp edges created on frames during the removal of "mesh"?

MBX Belts do not grind. Instead, they "chisel off" the "mesh", which creates neither burrs nor sharp edges.

32. Does the MBX Vinyl Zapper damage paint?

Not on metal surfaces, glass, aluminum and fiberglass (gel coat).

On other materials such as Plexiglas, we recommend testing of the material before full-scale use, as there are many varieties of Plexiglas.

33. Does the MBX Vinyl Zapper also remove adhesive residue?

Yes, and this eliminates any additional cleaning of the paint surface. In the case of new, fresh adhesive, some residue may remain, as the adhesive may not be 100% cured or dried. In this case, use the appropriate solvent.

34. How do I use the MBX Vinyl Zapper System?

Always begin removal of the vinyl decal at the decal's edge and work towards the decal.

Only move the MBX Vinyl Zapper from side to side.

Always use a "light touch" and never apply pressure to the MBX Vinyl Zapper.

35. Why is the MBX Vinyl Zapper so fast and effective?

The MBX Vinyl Zapper is flexible and extremely bendable. At speeds of 3,500 rpm, this creates a cushion of air that has decisive advantages:

Vibrations are absorbed, which promotes smooth, rounded running characteristics.

The contact and work area of the MBX Vinyl Zapper is greatly enlarged when applying pressure to the work area, which further increases performance.

The toothed wheel design reduces the surface area during rotation and reduces heat creation in the desired amount. Therefore, the MBX does not cause smearing or paint burn-in when properly used.

36. What are MBX products used for in the mining industry?

Removal of sealing compounds from pipe connections and in the entire cooling system of excavating, caterpillar and transport equipment of all sizes - with or without sandblasting effect.

Removal of paint, corrosion and tough accumulations of dirt, above all in difficult to access areas such as corners, sharp edges and openings.

Removal of corrosion and coatings, above all in difficult to access areas such as the grooves in meter-long drill bits.

37. Why do various applications require a sandblasting effect?

To ensure that the material surface offers an excellent surface for adhesives, in order to optimally adhere new sealing compounds or gaskets to pipe ends.

38. Why do some applications require no sandblasting effect?

In order to clean openings in the cooling system of excavators and to create a smooth surface - no removal of material, no grinding.

39. What applications are MBX products used for in mechanical and plant engineering?

Cleaning of welding seams

40. What applications are MBX products used for in building and underground construction?

Removal of corrosion from steel cladding.

41. What applications are MBX products used for in the oil and petrochemical sectors?

Paint removal

Corrosion removal

Cleaning of welding seams

Roughening of pipes made from many different materials and on to which coatings must be applied (sandblasting effect with peak-to-valley surface heights up to
75 microns / 3 mils).

42. What applications are MBX products used for in the aviation and space sectors?

Removal of decals

De-icing
(removal of adhesive residue)

43. What applications are MBX products used for in the boat and shipbuilding sectors?

Removal of barnacle remnants, dried algae and seaweed, as well as coatings with the sandblasting effect (e.g., propellers)

Removal of paint and corrosion

Removal of vinyl

Cleaning of gaskets and welding seams

Repair of osmosis damage

Roughening of fiberglass, polyester and gel coats(for better adhesion with new applications)

44. What applications are MBX products used for in welding industry?

Removal of corrosion on aluminum and stainless steel

Removal of corrosion

Removal of coatings in preparation for welding

Removal of millimeter-thick paint layers

Removal of blue weld stains

Cleaning of welding seams(optimal because the enormous surface-adaptability of the flexible MBX Belts makes it possible to reach all uneven sections of the welding seam).

45. What applications are MBX products used for in the metalworking and foundry sectors?

Paint removal

Corrosion removal

Cleaning of welding seams

Removal of slag residue from moulds