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Abrasives Manufacturing

Publisher First Research, Inc.
Published Oct 27, 2025
SKU # FRRS20496010

Description

Companies in this industry manufacture coated and bonded abrasive products, including grinding wheels, sandpaper, and abrasive grains. Major companies include 3M (US), Huanghe Whirlwind (China), Noritake (Japan), Robert Bosch (Germany), Saint-Gobain (France), and Tyrolit (Austria).

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Demand for manufactured industrial products is the major driver of sales for abrasives. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficient operations, as many products are considered commodities. Large companies enjoy economies of scale in purchasing. Small companies can compete effectively by specializing in products for particular manufacturing functions. The US industry is highly concentrated: the 50 largest companies generate about 90% of revenue.

PRODUCTS, OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY

Abrasive products are made of hard mineral grains and are used to manufacture products including metal, plastics, glass, and wood. Abrasives are used to shape materials through grinding; smooth surfaces during manufacture; remove surface layers of paint or corrosion; cut hard materials like concrete or steel; and polish, buff or "lap" finished products. The two major types of abrasive products are coated and bonded. Main revenue sources come from nonmetallic coated abrasive products (about 45%), followed by nonmetallic abrasives (about 20%). Other products include aluminum oxide (about 15%) and metal abrasives (about 10%).

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Industry Overview
Quarterly Industry Update
Business Challenges
Business Trends
Industry Opportunities
Call Preparation Questions
Financial Information
Industry Forecast
Web Links and Acronyms

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