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Master Abrasives to offer industrial vending solutions following ASD deal

Midlands-based Master Abrasives has established a strategic partnership with ASD Systems, a manufacturer of vending machines in Poland, to offer industrial vending solutions in the UK and Ireland. Recognised for their value in improving the management and costs of production processes through the control of tools and other essential items, vending machines are used to […]

Master sharpens focus on saw grinding wheels

Master Abrasives has released a new range of MASTER SAWPRO grinding wheels with a high-technology bond system specially engineered for the saw sharpening industry. The new SAWPRO range of wheels uses a resin bond developed for a cool-cutting action and longer life than alternative wheels. They are specially designed for manufacturing and re-sharpening high speed […]

Master Abrasives debuted Micromatic’s eco 200 at MACH

The eco 200 grinding machine by Micromatic Grinding Technologies was among the highlights at Master Abrasive’s MACH stand this year. The eco 200 made its UK exhibition debut at the show and was complemented on the stand by the Master range of grinding wheels, alongside its updated brochure, matching the brand’s new look. “MACH was an ideal platform for […]

Master Abrasives installs first Micromatic grinding machine at Earlsdon Technology

Master Abrasives has sold and installed its first Micromatic grinding machine in the UK, the ECO-200 high accuracy universal grinder, at Coventry-based Earlsdon Technology Ltd. Since being made the sole UK distributor for Micromatic Grinding Technologies, Master Abrasives has been visited by numerous UK engineering companies to its showroom based in Daventry to see a […]

Daventry’s Master Abrasives to exhibit at GrindTec 2018

Midlands-based Master Abrasives will be exhibiting the full range of Master products at the 2018 GrindTec exhibition in Germany, this March. Over 575 companies will be representing grinding solutions. Master products being exhibited include the precision product range of grinding wheels and dressing products as well as mounted points and carbide burrs. Master Abrasives recently relaunched […]

Master Abrasives adds measuring equipment to range

A new range of measuring equipment by Innovative Automation Products is now available in the UK and Ireland from Midlands-based Master Abrasives. The Innovative product range of equipment for the grinding process includes optical, air, co-ordinate and other areas of metrology. A selection of tools will be available for demonstration at the Master grinding and […]

Master Abrasives appointed UK agent for Thielenhaus Superfinish Innovation

Master Abrasives has been appointed to represent Superfinish Innovation AG, a division of Thielenhaus Technologies GmbH, as its agent in the UK & Ireland. Their superfinishing devices working with tapes or stones are offered for high-precision applications requiring optimum geometry and surface quality. The superfinishing process is used in automotive, aerospace and many other markets […]

Master Abrasives puts together applications engineering team

With business rapidly growing, Master Abrasives has set up a new applications engineering team to support customers in a range of applications. The team will focus on providing assistance and support to customers interested in mass finishing and grinding machines and other technical products such as precision abrasive finishing tapes and Diamond grinding wheels. Managing […]

Master Abrasives training meets PUWER requirements

To help companies comply with Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) regarding machines and hand-held power tools, Master Abrasives is now offering a training solution with its Safe Use of Abrasives course, accredited by the British Abrasives Federation (BAF). When used correctly, abrasives have an excellent safety record, the firm said. Whilst reputable […]

FOCUS on fastener tools: Master Abrasives, Makita, Norbar and Hitachi

Fasteners won’t get into place by themselves. Here we present fastener tool options from ZIPP, Norbar and Makita for stockists… Makita Makita has introduced the LXT Drywall Screwdriver – a new version of its popular 18v cordless drywall screwdriver that runs up to 2,500 rpm. That’s actually less than its predecessor, but it provides greater driving torque thanks to […]