Setting Shims
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Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
Also known as
Used with
Multi-blade machine cutting stone blocks into slabs. In trade it also appears as katrak (Turkish), telares (Spanish), gangsaw (English). Attested most in Turkey, the US, and Brazil.
A waterjet cutting machine uses high-pressure water (often with abrasive) for precise decorative stone cutting. Equipment/process language, not a product grade. In trade it also appears as cortes water-jet (Spanish), water-jet cutting machine (English), waterjetler (Turkish). Attested most in.
A kerf anchor engages a slot (kerf) cut into stone for cladding support. Fixing hardware language used with façade systems.
A grout float is a tool used to spread and force grout into tile joints. Installation tool language, not a stone product grade.
A stone anchor is a mechanical fixing that secures cladding or components to the structure. System design covers loads, kerfs, and corrosion. Installation hardware, not a surface finish. In trade it also appears as anchorage device (English), ankraj (Turkish), anchors (English). Attested most in.
A wet saw is a water-cooled powered saw for cutting stone or tile. Equipment language for fabrication and installation shops.
Hand tool shaping rounded edges on fresh concrete. Equipment or tooling language in factories and install sites.
Powered lifting vehicle used to move stone or cargo. In trade it also appears as toro (Spanish). Attested most in Spain.
A notched trowel spreads mortar or adhesive in ridges for tile setting. Installation tool language, not a stone product grade.
Marked pole maintaining consistent excavation or construction dimensions. Equipment or tooling language in factories and install sites.
Removable device maintaining consistent joints between tiles. Equipment or tooling language in factories and install sites.
Onsite machinery or tools available for unloading shipments. In trade it also appears as medios de descarga (Spanish). Attested most in Spain.
Large vehicle scale used for cargo or VGM weighing. In trade it also appears as kantar (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey.
Machine driving diamond wire to cut stone. In trade it also appears as Diamond Wire Saws (English). Attested most in the UK, the US, and Italy.
A dowel anchor is a rod or pin inserted into a stone hole or kerf for cladding support. Fixing hardware language used with façade systems.
Diamond-tipped cutting blade used on stone saws and grinders. In trade it also appears as diamond blades (English). Attested most in the US and Italy.
How the trade says it
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| Term | Markets | Seen |
|---|---|---|
| shims | GB×1KW×1US×1 | ×3 |
| setting shim | US×2 | ×2 |
| Setting Shims | US×1 | ×1 |
- shims×3GB×1KW×1US×1
- US×2
- US×1
FAQ
What does "setting shim" mean in United States?
In United States, traders use "setting shim" for Setting Shims. Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
US · en · ×2
What does "shims" mean in Kuwait?
In Kuwait, traders use "shims" for Setting Shims. Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
KW · en · ×1
What does "shims" mean in United Kingdom?
In United Kingdom, traders use "shims" for Setting Shims. Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
GB · en · ×1
What does "Setting Shims" mean in United States?
In United States, traders use "Setting Shims" for Setting Shims. Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
US · en · ×1
What does "shims" mean in United States?
In United States, traders use "shims" for Setting Shims. Thin pieces used to level and support stone during installation. In trade it also appears as shims (English), setting shim (English). Attested most in the US, the UK, and KW.
US · en · ×1
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