Abrasive Materials covers the consumable abrasive media and coated or bonded products used in aerospace finishing operations, including aluminium oxide, silicon carbide, cubic boron nitride (CBN), and superabrasive diamond grits supplied as grinding wheels, abrasive cloth, lapping films, and loose grain for controlled material removal and surface conditioning on metallic and composite airframe components.
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Abrasive Materials suppliers linked to most aircraft programs in our database.
Latest Airframer news and company press releases
| 23/06/2026 | Press Release: ATI expands advanced machining and inspection capability |
| 01/04/2026 | Press Release: Talica expands into aerospace and defense with acquisition of AeroDynamics Metal Finishing |
| 04/03/2026 | Press Release: Talica launches as national surface science technology platform |
Sectors serving Finishing companies:
Chemicals •
Paints & Primers •
Process & Finishing Equipment •
Tools •
Coatings •
General Production Equipment •
Test Services •
Metals •
Adhesives •
Facilities Services •
Non-metal Materials •
Lubricants •
Technical Consultants •
Professional Services
Finishing
Sectors purchasing from Finishing companies:
Airframer •
Structural Components •
Airframe Assemblies •
Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts •
Mechanical Hardware •
Landing Assemblies •
Turbine Engines •
Power Transmission •
Tubing, Hoses & Conduits •
Fasteners •
Rotors & Propellers •
Composite Processes & Manufacturing
