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

Worldwide delivery.... Unbeatable experience.... Unsurpassable service support & advice 

Contact.    Ken Mannion

Address.      59 Barrow Road. Barton upon Humber. North Lincolnshire. DN18 6AE. England.

Telephone.   01652 634827 (Call us 9am to 8pm. 7 days a week)  

 E Mail.     kenmannion@btinternet.com
  
     
Fossil Preparation Tools
Pneumatic air pens scribes chisels scalers

Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model ST
High quality long life extended carbide tip for excellent vision during close or deep work . Operates over a wide pressure range due to our "refined" internals. Instantly adjustable. Airstream over the tip. Low air consumption. An extremely smooth quiet pen.

More details on our ST fossil preparation pen here

Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model TT
Real power for fast removal of even the hardest matrixes but more than capable of fine work due to our pen having a large bearing surface between the stylus and nose keeping the point steady for close work. A very versatile pen.

More details on our TT fossil preparation pen here

Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model PV
Developed specifically for close delicate work especially under magnification where large points look like drainpipes. Consistent power delivery and air stream over the non rotating non blurring tip. Very low operating pressure. Has an instantly and easily replaced 1mm tungsten carbide point.

Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Chisel. Model FB
A heavy duty tool for swift removal of heavy 'bulk ' matrix ie 'roughing out'.. Designed for maximum matrix removal with "one handed" use while maintaining a high level of control. Low air consumption for a pen of this size.

Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Micro Needle Scaler
Designed around our ST pen. 19 hardened steel pins only 0.6 mm diameter densely spaced in a rotating drum only10mm diameter. That all important airstream over the needles. Remarkably effective results on numerous applications

Fossil Preparation Tools
Pneumatic Grinders

Pneumatic Fine Grinder. Model PG
3mm Collet. For grinding and smoothing. Industrial long life grade, not hobbyist or light user grade, that have a compromised build. Complete with a selection of 6 Tungsten carbide and Diamond burrs specifically selected for fossil preparation. Extremely effective, very reliable. adjustable

Spares Servicing & Upgrades
 Repairs    Modifications   Accessories   Fittings
  • We have a totally comprehensive supply of spares for all our pens/grinders airscibes chisels scalers
  • 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 and upgraded pre owned pens often available
  • Filters regulators and hoses to complete your system
  • Connectors and attachments

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
  • Purchase a kit with a well proven track record. Hundreds sold over many years
  • Compare and discuss different setups before you buy to guarantee the right setup
  • 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

 

Rather be out collecting ? Cannot justify the setup of a workshop ?
Have you found that very special specimen ?

Use Our Fossil Preparation Service

Financial advantage guaranteed.        Confidentiality assured.

Valuations         Appraisals      Consultation Services

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

Fossil Preparation Consumables
Glues fillers polishes varnishes etc.

More details on fossil preparation consumables 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 Cutting 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

 

Air Abrading Units

We have various manufacturers pre owned air abrading units

S.S.White. Comco. etc etc          All units tested and Overhauled.          Spares & Repairs

Units wanted in any condition
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.

ENQUIRES WELCOME .... UK EUROPE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY
.Unbeatable experience...Unsurpassable service support & advice
                kenmannion@btinternet.com                  

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Last revision/update 1st February 2008