There are many different types of sanders in our world that vary from random orbit, spindle, belt, disc, hand, vibration, drum, details, etc. A sander is a power tool used to smooth a surface with sandpaper or other abrasive materials. Each wood sander serves a specific purpose so that you can complete your task more efficiently. They vary from a hand sander to an electric sander. Generally, in the world of carpenters and joiners, they usually stick to electric sanders simply because they are more time consuming and require less manual labor. One of the most commonly used types of electric sanders today are disc sanders. Disc sanders are generally stationary because they are a very heavy tool (compared to a portable electric sander). The disc sander consists of a rotating disc to which sandpaper is attached; This disc is used to grind and smooth the surfaces of the materials being worked with. In order to achieve more efficient and thorough sanding, it would be a good idea to propel the sandpaper at a high speed. When using the disc sander or any other machine, first make sure that you are not wearing loose clothing, jewelry, and if you have long hair, be sure to tie it back so that it does not get caught. There's no chance of anything getting stuck in it. the sander. You should wear safety glasses and, depending on what you are sanding, you may need to wear a mask and leather gloves. Then turn on the dust collector, depending on the machine, if it doesn't need to be on while sanding, be sure to turn it on from time to time. Once you turn on the disc sander, let the machine reach full speed so as not to break...... middle of paper ...... we decide to do a woodworking project that includes sanding, which should be all. They play an important role in the workshop helping us shape the wood and put the finishing touches on our projects so they look like masterpieces. Although sanding can be a pain, it is just as vital as any other step in any project. Works Cited Black, Ken and Bronwyn Harris. WiseGeek. Conjecture, March 11, 2014. Web. March 18, 2014. "Definition of Sander in English:." Sander: Definition of Sander in the Oxford Dictionary (American English) (United States). Np, and Web. March 18, 2014. “Machine Safety Tips – Disc Sander Safety Tips.” Machine Safety Tips - Disc Sander Safety Tips. Np, and Web. April 08, 2014. “Benefits of Using a Belt Sander.” » DIY home improvement information. Np, and Web. April 8, 2014. “What is a spindle sander?” » What is a spindle sander? Np and Web.