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Industry Trends

Global Stainless Steel Output and Implications for Abrasives

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 & ab...

Global Stainless Steel Output and Implications for Abrasives
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Case Studies

Optimised Precision Grinding for the Aerospace and IGT Industry

Saint-Gobain Abrasives has a long history of working with leading UK Aerospace and Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) companies to provide solutions to optimise their grinding processes.

Optimised Precision Grinding for the Aerospace and IGT Industry
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Safety

What is ‘White Finger’?

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 poten...

What is ‘White Finger’?
Norton Clipper Tile Saw Advice
How To

Norton Clipper Tile Saw Advice

This guide focuses on technical support and product advice for the Norton Clipper tile saw machines and electric tile cutters.

Norton Clipper Tile Saw Advice
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How To

Save the Ocean: 8 Creative Ways to Upcycle our Plastic Tubs

The scale of oceanic plastic pollution is both staggering and frightening in equal measure. As well as recycling, here are 8 creative ideas to upcycle your plastic tubs and help save the ocean.

Save the Ocean: 8 Creative Ways to Upcycle our Plastic Tubs
Frequently asked grinding questions
How To

Frequently asked grinding questions

Watch Norton application experts answer some of our customers’ most frequently asked grinding questions!

Frequently asked grinding questions
Frequently asked cutting questions
How To

Frequently asked cutting questions

Watch Norton application experts answer some of our customers’ most frequently asked cutting questions!

Frequently asked cutting questions
Frequently asked finishing questions
How To

Frequently asked finishing questions

Watch Paul and Tamas our application experts answer some of our customers’ most frequently asked finishing questions!

Frequently asked finishing questions
Frequently asked stock removal questions
How To

Frequently asked stock removal questions

Watch Norton application experts answer some of our customers’ most frequently asked stock removal questions!

Frequently asked stock removal questions
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How To

Which Grinding Wheel Should I Choose?

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.

Which Grinding Wheel Should I Choose?
Flat Glass Processing
Product Highlights

Flat Glass Processing - Norton WINTER

Saint-Gobain is a market leader in the production of flat glass, high performance materials and construction products.

Flat Glass Processing - Norton WINTER
Norton Vulcan R842 Flap Disc
Product Highlights

Norton Vulcan R842 Flap Disc

The Norton Vulcan R842 flap disc is a versatile product and works on various material types from stainless steel, cast iron to carbon and black steels

Norton Vulcan R842 Flap Disc