Shinex - Coming Soon!

[counterfix]

I just learned that the Shinex will be sold in a cardboard box.

Tom

[jawdrop] [jawdrop] [scratch chin] [scratch chin] [2cents] [2cents] [2cents] thats just my thoughts on why there would,nt be a package sold
its seams odd that festool usa would sell a basic tool for 400. instead of in a sys max with all of its inivations for say 595. or so. i can only assume
that the people up the ladder at usa think its ok to leave your 400.00 buffer laying around naked [eek].

 

[peter halle]

...or it might be about testing the waters with a different specialized product.

Just my uneducated thoughts.

Peter

 

[Brice Burrell]

i..... can only assume
that the people up the ladder at usa think its ok to leave your 400.00 buffer laying around naked [eek].

I assume they envision it more as an industrial tool that isn't going to be carefully put away in a Systainer every night.

 

[mouppe]

It looks pretty long- maybe it doesn't fit in a systainer?

 

[AlexThePalex]

In Europe the Shinex is also sold without systainer. I think Brice is correct with his assumption. Who needs a systainer when you're not moving around all the time.

 

[Bob Marino]

i..... can only assume
that the people up the ladder at usa think its ok to leave your 400.00 buffer laying around naked [eek].

I assume they envision it more as an industrial tool that isn't going to be carefully put away in a Systainer every night.

Tom,

Hope that you don't mind me jumping in your thread, but I think Brice is correct; Festool does envision the Shinex as an industrial tool - targeted at the auto industry, with limited application for woodworkers.

Bob

 

[tbellemare]

Exactly, Bob! And, no problem.

My understanding is that the target market is largely automotive. I'm thinking, body shops and detailers. Festool sells a lot of stuff that is NAINA and is geared toward that sector. It would seem odd to me if that portion of NA isn't interested in the tools also. I know of at least 3 body shops around here that are targeting the high-end auto market and use techniques and materials that are specified by German and Italian manufacturers. I can see them wanting the same tools also.

Apparently, the Shinex is an awesome tool for prepping/restoring finishes on cars. I'm going to go out on a limb and suggest that a Rotex is more appropriate for the woodworker who just wants to maintain the family fleet - because of it's versatility. Of course, anyone is welcome to have a Shinex...

Tom

 

[Bob Marino]

Exactly, Bob! And, no problem.

My understanding is that the target audience is largely automotive. I'm thinking, body shops and detailers. Festool sells a lot of stuff that is NAINA and is geared toward that sector. It would seem odd to me if that portion of NA isn't interested in the tools also. I know of at least 3 body shops around here that are targeting the high-end auto market and use techniques and materials that are specified by German and Italian manufacturers. I can see them wanting the same tools also.

Apparently, the Shinex is an awesome tool for prepping/restoring finishes on cars. I'm going to go out on a limb and suggest that a Rotex is more appropriate for the woodworker who just wants to maintain the family fleet - because of it's versatility. Of course, anyone is welcome to have a Shinex...

Tom

Yep, Festool is huge in the auto/finishing sector worldwide; not here in the US of A...not yet, but as we all know, Festool is in  it for the long term and proceeds cautiously.

  Bob

 

[counterfix]

ok so everyone has a valid point so think about this you have a large investment in finishing tools and when there not in use there collecting contaminates
particals of debruis that kling to the sticky compound and polish thats on all the pads now the state of the art tool is compromized by particals that couse
scatches in the flawless process that is avalible only becouse its not stored properly. the auto industry should not just be the target client. the solid surface industry
consumes over a 100 million in specialized equipment every year and festool has become a large part of this industry and should try to market there product
to all  not just a select few.

 

[Brice Burrell]

ok so everyone has a valid point so think about this you have a large investment in finishing tools and when there not in use there collecting contaminates
particals of debruis that kling to the sticky compound and polish thats on all the pads now the state of the art tool is compromized by particals that couse
scatches in the flawless process that is avalible only becouse its not stored properly. the auto industry should not just be the target client. the solid surface industry
consumes over a 100 million in specialized equipment every year and festool has become a large part of this industry and should try to market there product
to all  not just a select few.

Actually, Festool has a very simple solution, you can find it here, here or here. [big grin]

 

[Corwin]

ok so everyone has a valid point so think about this you have a large investment in finishing tools and when there not in use there collecting contaminates
particals of debruis that kling to the sticky compound and polish thats on all the pads now the state of the art tool is compromized by particals that couse
scatches in the flawless process that is avalible only becouse its not stored properly. the auto industry should not just be the target client. the solid surface industry
consumes over a 100 million in specialized equipment every year and festool has become a large part of this industry and should try to market there product
to all  not just a select few.

Actually, Festool has a very simple solution, you can find it here, here or here. [big grin]

Next, they'll be wanting an insert to go with that Maxi.  [smile]

 

[GPowers]

Actually, Festool has a very simple solution, you can find it here, here or here. [big grin]

But where is the insert to hold the Shinex, all the pads and accessories?

I know, I know it is over in the wood pile, it looks like a large sheet of plywood.

 

[Brice Burrell]

Next, they'll be wanting an insert to go with that Maxi.   [smile]

But where is the insert to hold the Shinex, all the pads and accessories?....

No problem, got that covered too. [wink]

 

[GPowers]

most likely the Tanos  Divider-set (2 X Long, 4 X Short; 15 Compartments) is not as heavy as the plywood.

 

[Corwin]

Next, they'll be wanting an insert to go with that Maxi.   [smile]

But where is the insert to hold the Shinex, all the pads and accessories?....

No problem, got that covered too. [wink]

The server must have been a little too busy when I tried to look at your link, Brice.  But, why use a generic insert when it looks as though Festool already offers an insert for this item...  Or, am I mistaken?

 

[Brice Burrell]

Corwin, I understand what you're saying.  My point is Festool isn't going to offer the Shinex set here in the States anytime soon (more likely they never will) so these alternative products will have to do.  Besides, it's better than leaving your 400.00 buffer laying around naked.

 

[AlexThePalex]

Tsk, tsk, what's wrong with this:

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You guys aren't thinking outside of the box ......  [scratch chin]

 

[Brice Burrell]

Tsk, tsk, what's wrong with this:

I guess some guys are addicted to Systainers. [big grin]

 

[Corwin]

...

You guys aren't thinking outside of the box ......  [scratch chin]

Good one, Alex!   [thumbs up]

 

[counterfix]

Corwin, I understand what you're saying.  My point is Festool isn't going to offer the Shinex set here in the States anytime soon (more likely they never will) so these alternative products will have to do.  Besides, it's better than leaving your 400.00 buffer laying around naked.

maybe a deaier should put together there own kits sold as a best tool only avalible here or at tool home becouse we offer everything for our customers [blink]
even if festool usa can't  we can do [eek] ofcourse at a price. to some people price is not a object and the best service is everything [wink]