Use according to the work stage
AVP uses FLEX for rotary correction, forced-rotation work, dual-action finishing, precision work and mobile cordless processes, as well as comparisons of machine concepts.
Brand profile
FLEX
FLEX offers vehicle-care products and systems for polishing machines and tools. The profile explains products, materials and applications clearly.
Brand profile
FLEX in vehicle care
FLEX is a German premium brand for professional polishing machines, cordless tools and accessories, known for rotary, dual-action and forced-rotation systems.
Use in practice
Where the products fit into the process.
Polishing machines and tools
Preparation, treatment, aftercare
Cleaner, polish and protection must suit the material and the preceding and following work stages.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about FLEX
When is the rotary PE 14-2 used instead of the dual-action XFE 7-15?
The PE 14-2 provides direct rotary cut and therefore requires controlled handling, while the XFE 7-15 uses dual-action movement and often suits safe correction and finishing. Paint, defect and operator experience determine the choice.
What is the role of the XC 3401 VRG's forced-rotation movement?
Its driven movement keeps the pad rotating under load and can therefore correct consistently. Pressure, angle and heat still require careful control on edges, contours and sensitive paint.
What does AVP use the FLEX PXE 80 for?
The PXE 80 is intended for small, complex and hard-to-reach areas. With the appropriate attachment, AVP can correct or finish those zones without unnecessarily working large adjacent surfaces.
When are FLEX 18V cordless polishers useful?
Cordless tools provide freedom of movement for mobile work and hard-to-reach areas. Runtime, power delivery, tool weight and available spare batteries are planned into the workflow.
How are the backing plate, pad and polish matched to a FLEX machine?
Backing-plate size and approval must suit the machine, while pad material and polish are selected for the paint and correction target. AVP checks smoothness, cut, finish and temperature in a test area before using the combination broadly.
Technical context
Related explanations in the glossary.
Dual-action polisher
A dual-action polisher uses an oscillating movement and is particularly suitable for controlled paint correction with a low risk of holograms.
Read the explanationRotation
Rotation is the circular movement of a polishing machine around a fixed axis.
Read the explanationPolishing machine
Polishing machines provide the mechanical movement required for controlled paint polishing.
Read the explanationCut
Cut describes the corrective power of a polish or pad. Higher cut means stronger material removal, while lower cut is used for fine finishing work.
Read the explanationHolograms
Holograms are machine-induced polishing marks that appear under light as circular or curved reflections.
Read the explanationNext step
Which treatment suits the vehicle?
Products and systems are selected according to the material, condition and intended result.