P-Type Groover for Vinyl Flooring Seam Preparation & Welding
R22.54 – R378.35Price range: R22.54 through R378.35
ROX® P-Type Groovers are professional vinyl flooring tools designed to create precise U-shaped grooves between sheet vinyl, PVC and linoleum seams before hot welding.
These grooves allow weld rods to be inserted into the seam, creating a strong, sealed and durable joint once heat welded and finished.
The adjustable depth system and replaceable spring steel blades make this tool essential for commercial flooring installers working with welded vinyl flooring systems.
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 60/3/010 | P-TYPE GROOVER |
| 60/3/011 | P-TYPE GROOVER REPLACEMENT BLADE |
A P-type groover is a specialist flooring tool used to cut a uniform U-shaped channel between two sheets of vinyl flooring before welding.
This groove is essential for inserting weld rod material that bonds the two sheets together during the heat welding process.
It is widely used in commercial flooring installations where seamless, hygienic and durable floor joints are required.
- Creates precise U-shaped grooves for vinyl welding
- Adjustable cutting depth for different flooring systems
- Replaceable spring steel blade system
- Improves weld rod adhesion and seam strength
- Suitable for sheet vinyl, PVC and linoleum
- Ergonomic hand tool design
- Professional contractor-grade build
- Designed for commercial flooring installations
- Improves welding accuracy and consistency
- Essential tool for resilient flooring systems
- Sheet vinyl flooring installation
- PVC flooring systems
- Linoleum flooring installation
- Commercial flooring projects
- Hospital flooring systems
- Industrial flooring installations
- Hygienic flooring systems
- Seam welding preparation
- Contract flooring installations
- Vinyl flooring installers
- Commercial flooring contractors
- Hospital flooring specialists
- Industrial flooring installers
- Construction professionals
- Maintenance flooring teams
What is a P-type groover used for?
It is used to create a U-shaped groove between vinyl sheets before welding.
Why is grooving required before vinyl welding?
Grooving allows weld rod material to be inserted, creating a strong and sealed seam.
What materials can a P-type groover be used on?
It is used on sheet vinyl, PVC and linoleum flooring.
What happens if vinyl is not grooved before welding?
The weld will not bond properly, resulting in weak or uneven seams.
Is the blade adjustable?
Yes, the cutting depth can be adjusted for different flooring thicknesses.
Who uses P-type groovers?
They are used by professional flooring installers and commercial contractors.
Can the blade be replaced?
Yes, the tool uses replaceable spring steel blades for long-term use.
Is this tool necessary for vinyl flooring installation?
Yes, it is essential for professional welded seam installation systems.
| Feature | P-Type Groover | Weld Trimming Knife |
|---|---|---|
| Function | Creates groove before welding | Trims weld after welding |
| Stage of Installation | Pre-weld preparation | Post-weld finishing |
| Material Action | Cuts U-shaped channel | Removes excess weld bead |
| Vinyl Flooring Use | Essential | Essential |
| Precision Control | High | Very high |
| Best Use Case | Seam preparation | Seam finishing |

