Rupes USA 981.720/C PrecisionPro 150mm/6" Velcro Backing Plate Kit with M8 Bolt & Shroud Lubricant

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<h3>RUPES USA: Italian Engineering for Professional Paint Correction</h3><p><strong>RUPES</strong> has been a cornerstone of professional surface finishing since its founding in Milan, Italy in 1947. <a href="/17020-rupes-usa">RUPES USA</a>, headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, serves as the North American hub for this globally respected brand, bringing decades of Italian engineering innovation directly to detailers, body shops, and car enthusiasts across the continent.</p><p>At the heart of the RUPES legacy is an unwavering commitment to research, development, and manufacturing quality. RUPES has accumulated a wide portfolio of patents over the decades, each one reflecting the brand&apos;s drive to simplify professional work while elevating performance. Their tools are designed from the ground up to comply with rigorous health and safety standards while maximizing ergonomic comfort — a philosophy that resonates with professionals who spend long hours behind a polisher.</p><h3>The BigFoot System: A Holistic Approach to Paint Perfection</h3><p>RUPES is best known for pioneering the <strong>BigFoot random orbital polishing system</strong> — a holistic ecosystem where polishers, pads, and chemistry are engineered to work in perfect harmony. The BigFoot lineup spans a wide range of electric polishers, including iconic models like the LHR21 Mark III and the compact LHR75E Mini, to gear-driven options like the LK900E Mille. For detailers who prefer working without a cord, the iBrid series — including the innovative iBrid Nano — introduced the ability to run on both corded and battery power, a first for micro polishers when it launched. RUPES also offers a robust selection of pneumatic polishers and sanders for professional shop environments.</p><p>What makes the BigFoot approach so compelling is how each component reinforces the others. The <a href="/17020-rupes-usa-paint-compounds-200762">RUPES paint compounds</a> and <a href="/17020-rupes-usa-polish-14264">RUPES polishes</a> are developed and blended entirely in-house in Italy, formulated specifically for use with BigFoot machines and the brand&apos;s color-coordinated pad system. The result is a seamless workflow that removes defects faster, finishes with stunning clarity, and reduces user fatigue throughout the process.</p><h3>Compounds &amp; Polishes: Chemistry Matched to the Machine</h3><p>RUPES&apos; <a href="/17020-rupes-usa-paint-compounds-200762">DA compound line</a> — including DA Coarse and DA Fine — leverages micro-abrasive technology and a proprietary blend designed for excellent defect removal with easy wipe-off and low dusting. These compounds are engineered for dual-action and gear-driven tools, allowing both novice enthusiasts and seasoned professionals to achieve consistent, swirl-free results. The complementary <a href="/17020-rupes-usa-polish-14264">UNO series of polishes</a> — including UNO Pure, UNO Protect, and UNO Advanced — rounds out the system with last-step paint correction and protection solutions compatible with all tool movement types, from rotary to random orbital.</p><h3>Cordless Convenience: Power Without the Cable</h3><p>The iBrid family of cordless polishers represents RUPES&apos; commitment to versatility and user freedom. These machines are powered by dedicated <a href="/17020-rupes-usa-batteries-201357">RUPES battery packs</a>, engineered to deliver consistent power output across a full polishing session without the limitations of a cord. Whether working in tight spaces or moving around a full-size vehicle, the cordless iBrid platform maintains the same performance standards as the brand&apos;s corded lineup.</p><p>From professional body shops to passionate weekend detailers, RUPES USA delivers a complete system rooted in 75+ years of Italian craftsmanship and technical innovation — a brand that treats every surface finishing challenge as an opportunity to engineer something better.</p>