Hermes abrasives: professional sanding solutions

Global leader in industrial abrasives for metal, wood, automotive and composites.

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At Arsam, we supply the full range of abrasives. Hermes, offering technical advice for selecting the most suitable product according to application, material and finishing requirements.

Professional sanding

Hermes abrasives: professional solutions for every stage of the process

High-performance abrasives designed to deliver precision, consistency and long service life in sanding, grinding and finishing applications, across automotive, metalworking and general industry.

Hermes Flexible Abrasives Sheets, Rolls, Industrial Sandpaper

Abrasives, flexible (sheets, rolls and sponges)

Flexible sanding sheets for surface preparation, finishing, matting and touch-up work. Available in multiple grits and backings to suit metal, wood, varnishes and paint.

Hermes abrasive belts industrial tapes metalworking

Industrial abrasive belts

High-performance bands for grinding, calibration and finishing in metalworking, wood, composites and high-flow applications. Great thermal resistance and long service life.

Hermes abrasive discs fibre velcro film industrial sanding

Abrasive discs

Fibre discs, hook and loop, film, and non-woven abrasives designed for rapid grinding, material removal, fine finishing, and intermediate sanding. Compatible with orbital and random orbital machines.

Hermes abrasive non-woven satin finishing

Non-woven abrasives

Solutions for cleaning, descaling, satin finishing and fine finishing. Ideal for stainless steel, aluminium, delicate surfaces and beautifying processes.

Hermes abrasives automotive sanding paint primer bodywork

Abrasives for automotive and repainting

Specific products for surface preparation, wet sanding, matting and bodyshop processes. High consistency, fine finish and excellent putty resistance.

Hermes abrasives metalworking stainless steel aluminium grinding

Solutions for composites and advanced materials

Abrasives designed for carbon fibre, GFRP, CFRP and composite materials, reducing wear and preventing overheating.

Why choose Hermes Abrasives?

Abrasives designed for complex industrial processes

Hermes develops specific solutions for production lines where repeatability is key: automotive, metalworking, composites, furniture, and varnishing. Each product is designed to offer stable performance over long cycles, reducing downtime and process variability.

Total control of the manufacturing process

The brand manufactures its own supports, resins, minerals and surface treatments in-house, ensuring consistency from batch to batch. This control enables uniform finishes to be achieved, reduces vibration and prevents burning or overloading of sensitive parts.

Long service life and excellent resistance to plugging

Thanks to their anti-clogging coatings and grain dispersion technologies, Hermes abrasives retain their cutting performance for longer. This translates into fewer belt changes, fewer stoppages and a significantly lower cost per unit.

Optimised solutions for specific materials

Hermes does not use “generic abrasives”. This allows the exact product to be selected for each application, thereby improving quality and productivity.

Compatibility with manual and automated machines

Hermes abrasives are suitable for use in both portable machines and robotic and automated systems. This makes them ideal for integration into modern industrial processes, particularly in the automotive and industrial woodworking sectors.

Continuous innovation and in-house development of technologies

Hermes invests in research to improve backings, abrasive grains, anti-clogging treatments, and resins. Technologies such as Hermes MULTIHOLE, Hermes-TEC or the bands RB they are a benchmark for productivity and finishing control

About Hermes Schleifwerkzeuge

Hermes Schleifwerkzeuge is one of the most renowned industrial abrasive manufacturers worldwide. With over 90 years of experience, Hermes combines innovation, premium quality, and a deep understanding of finishing processes to offer effective and durable solutions.

Its products are designed to maximise service life, improve productivity and ensure a consistent finish, even on challenging materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, composites, wood and technical paints. Hermes is a strategic supplier to manufacturers in the automotive, aerospace, metalworking, industrial joinery and high value-added component production sectors.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Hermes

What sets Hermes abrasives apart from other brands?

Hermes stands out for its high-quality construction, consistent sanding performance and extended service life. Its products are designed to withstand heavy-duty use, delivering consistent performance, reduced clogging and uniform finishes. This makes them the preferred choice for the automotive, metalworking and industrial woodworking sectors.

Which sectors use Hermes abrasives?

Hermes operates in the automotive, aeronautics, furniture, joinery, metalworking, composites, machinery manufacturing and industrial component production sectors. Its product range spans from heavy-duty grinding to premium finishes.

Does Hermes make abrasives for metal?

Yes. It has discs, bands and rolls for steel, stainless steel, aluminium and special alloys. They are notable for their thermal resistance, high material removal rate and uniform finish.

What Hermès products are ideal for wood and varnishes?

Flexible abrasives, calibrating bands and film discs are particularly recommended for work on wood, varnishes and lacquers, offering fine finishes without deep scratches.

Do you offer advice on choosing the right abrasive?

Yes. At Arsam, we evaluate the application, machine, material, and finish required to recommend the most suitable Hermes abrasive, optimising performance and cost per piece.

Do Hermes manufacture non-woven abrasives (Scotch)?

Yes. Hermes has a complete range of non-woven abrasives for cleaning, de-rusting, satinating and fine finishing on metal and alloys.

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