Expertise

With launch of our new Norton Quantum3 Rail cutting disc specifically designed for railway tracks, we thought it was fitting to give a brief overview of how a section of railway is cut and replaced. So wonder no longer, here’s how it’s done…

You have just welded your sections of metal together and now your newly formed workpiece requires a seamless finish. Here is our guide to removing, blending and finishing your weld seam.

Global stainless steel output has been on a strong upward trend and this in turn has positive implications for the abrasives industry. From construction to automotive, stainless steel is utilised & abrasives are needed at every stage to finish them.

If you work in the construction industry, you have probably heard the term “White Finger” in connection to operational hazards and workplace health & safety many times. This is our guide on this potentially disabling condition.

Selecting grinding wheels can present a challenge, that’s why we have put together our definitive overview to guide you into making the most informed choice possible for your individual project.

Norton Ice range offers a flawless finish using Q125 Pure ICE discs & Q255 ICE foam backed discs

A guide to minimising construction noise in noise sensitive areas, as well as highlighting the importance of user safety.

With the Q-Flute 2, Q-FluteXL, FlutePolish, V-PRO, and V-PRIME grinding solutions, Saint-Gobain Abrasives makes the grinding of flute, points and clearance angles of shank tools possible.

All over Europe, rail projects are full steam ahead and from cutting discs and grinding discs, many new opportunities in abrasives are arising from this infrastructural investment.

A guide to choosing the right sandpaper to achieve the desired result.