Discover our professional sharpening workshop
Located in Escaudain, our workshop welcomes trainees for both theoretical instruction and hands-on practice in a range of professional sharpening techniques.
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Welcome to our workshop
Because learning the professional sharpening trade is first and foremost about mastering practical skills, our workshop provides trainees with an environment designed for regular, progressive hands-on practice.
It consists of two spacious rooms with plenty of natural light, complemented by dedicated lighting at each workstation for tasks requiring precision and attention.
Each trainee has their own workstation, allowing them to handle the tools and machines, practise the techniques demonstrated and develop their skills throughout the training.
The rooms are also equipped with projectors, allowing theoretical instruction, explanations and demonstrations to be combined with hands-on practice.
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Theory room
Experience professional sharpening in real working conditions.
Professional sharpening is first and foremost a trade based on practical skills and expertise. In our workshop, you learn to master these skills progressively, with guidance from our instructors.
A closer look at our sharpening equipment
Training to become a professional sharpener also means learning how to use and master your equipment. Discover some of the equipment, tools and consumables that trainees learn to use during their training.
TEMECA Sharpening Machine
Specially designed for professional sharpeners, theX7 Sharpening machine is used to work on knives and carry out various sharpening and finishing operations with precision and consistency.
Backstand – Belt Grinder
The backstand, or belt grinder, is an essential machine in a professional sharpener's workshop. Equipped with abrasive belts of different grits, it is used to work on and sharpen knife edges. On this model, a felt wheel is also used for finishing and polishing operations.
Tormek Water-Cooled Sharpening Machine
The Tormek is a water-cooled sharpening machine that allows blades to be sharpened precisely while limiting heat build-up in the steel. Its guiding system makes it possible to control the sharpening angle and achieve precise, consistent results.