Lavina Series 7 Floor Grinding Machine Comparison

Since 2004, Superabrasive has been developing a range of floor grinding and polishing machines under the name Lavina.

What was 4 electric machines is now an expansive range of propane and electric floor equipment. To this day, the Lavina range is constantly advancing with greater design and functions to provide easy and effective floor grinding and polishing.

In 2023, Lavina made another massive advancement with their Series 7 range. If you need help, you can contact us online or 0121 773 9129 for free, friendly advice on stone flooring restoration methods, products and floor grinding machine choice.

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Superabrasive Lavina Series 7 vs. Husqvarna PG

Are you a stone sculptor, a concrete craftsman, or simply someone who craves floors that shine when polished? The Husqvarna PG 830 RC has many industrial features and here you can read the comparison between two hard flooring grinders to assist you with your buying decision based on your budget and project requirements. The Lavina Series 7 are brand new machines that implement the latest discoveries and technology. With this, each machine reaches a new level of functionality and reliability. Within S7, there are three electric grinding machines.

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There have been key changes in the new S7 generation that take Lavina grinders to the next level of operability and reliability.

Grinding Head

The grinding head was the first component of the machines Lavina chose to upgrade for their Series 7. The grinding head sees enhanced and consistent performance thanks to several changes to its internal components. There are stronger time belts, seals, shafts, bearings and lighter pulleys. These components allow for efficient power transmission when grinding.

There is also a 2-piece aluminium main belt housing with a belt inspection cover to ensure longer service life without the need for maintenance.

Lavina also refined the planetary drive offering a more vigorous grinding with less maintenance. In addition, the planetary drive has an entirely new chain-driven design with no chain tensioner.

NEW SEALED & DUST-PROOF GRINDING HEAD

New Frame

Second, the newest grinding machines feature a new frame and weights. With these revisions, tool changes are now much simpler than before.

Now, the grinding head is isolated with rubber bushings to reduce vibrations for users.

Additionally, the Lavina S7  has the most intuitive handlebar for faster adjustability and more positions.

The new floor grinding machines also feature an internal storage compartment.

How does the Superabrasive Lavina compare to the Husqvarna PG830RC?

Superabrasive Series 7 Pros:
- Powerful 15-amp motor
- Variable speed control
- Wide grinding width
- Effective water/dust suppression system
- Anti-Kickback System

Cons:
- High-End Price
- Heavy Machine

Husqvarna PG 830 RC Pros:

- Powerful 13-amp motor
-Variable speed control
- Wide grinding width
-Effective water/dust suppression system
- Lightweight and portable

Cons:
- Does not have Anti-Kickback System
- Not as durable as the Superabrasive Series 7

What types of jobs is each grinder best suited for?

Superabrasive Series 7 is best suited for heavy-duty jobs, such as:

- Removing thick layers of material
- Preparing concrete for new flooring
- Grinding and polishing stone, marble, and other hard surfaces

Husqvarna PG 830 RC is best suited for light- to medium-duty jobs, such as:

- Removing thin layers of material
- Grinding and polishing concrete, stone, and other hard surfaces
- Cleaning and maintaining floors

What are the unique selling points of each grinder?

Superabrasive Series 7: An Anti-Kickback System prevents the grinder from kicking back if it encounters a hard object.  With heavy-duty construction for added durability.

Husqvarna PG 830 RC: Lightweight and portable design, easy to use and maintain

What are the customer reviews and warranties of each grinder?

Both the Superabrasive Series 7 and the Husqvarna PG 830 RC have positive customer reviews. Customers of the Series 7 praise its power, durability, and ease of use. Customers of the PG 830 RC praise its lightweight design, portability, and ease of use.

The Superabrasive Series 7 comes with a one-year warranty. The Husqvarna PG 830 RC comes with a two-year warranty.

What is the cost of ownership for each grinder?

The initial cost of the Superabrasive Series 7 is higher than the initial cost of the Husqvarna PG 830 RC. However, one could argue the Series 7 is a more durable machine, so it will save you money in the long run. Money that would otherwise be spent on repairs, replacement parts and possibly even replacing the floor machine itself. 

Machine Size and Weight, Power Source and Motor Power, Speed and Grinding Width and Water/Dust Suppression System

The Superabrasive Series 7 is a larger and heavier machine than the Husqvarna PG 830 RC. The Series 7 measures 28 inches long by 19 inches wide by 16 inches high and weighs 220 pounds. The PG 830 RC measures 24 inches long by 17 inches wide by 14 inches high and weighs 165 pounds.

The Superabrasive Series 7 is powered by a 15-amp motor that produces 7.5 horsepower. The Husqvarna PG 830 RC is powered by a 13-amp motor that produces 6.5 horsepower.

The Superabrasive Series 7 has a variable speed control that ranges from 1500 to 3000 RPM. The Husqvarna PG 830 RC has a variable speed control that ranges from 1400 to 2800 RPM. Both grinders have a wide grinding width of 17 inches.

Both the Superabrasive Series 7 and the Husqvarna PG 830 RC have water/dust suppression systems. However, the Series 7's system is more sophisticated. The Series 7 has a three-stage filtration system that removes 99% of dust from the air, while the PG 830 has a two-stage filtration system that removes 95% of dust from the air.

Safety Features

Both the Superabrasive Series 7 and the Husqvarna PG 830 RC have a number of safety features, including a dust guard, vibration damper, and emergency stop switch. However, the Series 7 has an additional safety feature called the Anti-Kickback System, which prevents the grinder from kicking back if it encounters a hard object.

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