For over 20 years, Englau Group has provided advanced abrasives and surface treatment solutions to industrial clients worldwide. Our portfolio includes ceramic extra-thin cutting discs, standard cutting discs, grinding wheels, flap discs, fibre discs, non-woven abrasives, coated sanding belts, and wire brushes—all engineered for reliability and efficiency in demanding environments.
Our CERAMICS Plus grain technology ensures our cutting discs provide fast, precise results for automotive, aerospace, construction, and metalworking. Flap and fibre discs are ideal for weld dressing and finishing. Non-woven abrasives and sanding belts support fabrication, furniture production, and material processing. Wire brushes address rust removal, deburring, and cleaning in industrial settings.
All Englau Group products meet the strict German EN 12413 standard for safety and quality. Our engineering team customizes formulations, refines specifications, and provides technical support to maximize your productivity and tool life.
Industrial clients have direct access to our technical specialists for personalized support. We assess your production needs and recommend tailored abrasive solutions, committed to ongoing consultation as your operations evolve.
Broadly, there are three sectors of construction: buildings, infrastructure, and industrial:
Building construction covers structures intended for human occupancy or use, usually divided into residential (houses, apartments) and non-residential (offices, schools, commercial buildings).
Infrastructure, also called 'heavy civil' or 'heavy engineering', includes large public works such as dams, bridges, highways, railways, water and wastewater systems, and utility distribution.
Industrial construction includes offshore construction (mainly of energy installations), mining and quarrying, refineries, chemical processing, mills, and manufacturing plants.
The industry can also be classified into sectors or markets. For example, Engineering News-Record (ENR), a US-based construction trade magazine, has compiled and reported data about the size of design and construction contractors. In 2014, it split the data into nine market segments: transportation, petroleum, buildings, power, industrial, water, manufacturing, sewage/waste, telecom, hazardous waste, and a tenth category for other projects. ENR used data on transportation, sewage, hazardous waste, and water to rank firms as heavy contractors.
The Standard Industrial Classification and the newer North American Industry Classification System classify construction companies into three subsectors: building construction, heavy and civil engineering construction, and specialty trade contractors. There are also categories for professional services firms (e.g., engineering, architecture, surveying, project management).
Frequently Asked Questions: Metal Fabrication
What abrasive tools does Englau Group recommend for industrial metal fabrication?
Englau Group offers abrasive solutions for every stage of metal fabrication. Our CERAMICS Plus cutting discs cut faster and last longer than conventional discs. Flap discs, non-woven abrasives, sanding belts, and wire brushes cover grinding, weld dressing, surface conditioning, and cleaning needs for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
What are the three types of metal fabrication?
The three principal categories of metal fabrication are industrial, structural, and commercial. Industrial fabrication produces components for capital equipment and process plant — including pressure vessels, tanks, and machine frames. Structural fabrication produces load-bearing components for construction and civil engineering — including beams, columns, trusses, and connection plates. Commercial fabrication produces components for retail, hospitality, and public sector environments — including catering equipment, guardrails, shelving, and architectural metalwork. Each category has distinct process requirements and abrasive tooling needs.
At what stages of the fabrication process are abrasive tools required?
Abrasive tools are used at multiple stages of the fabrication process. At the cutting stage, abrasive cutting discs are used to reduce raw stock to blank dimensions. At the edge preparation stage, grinding wheels and flap discs are used to dress cut edges and prepare weld joints. At the welding stage, flap discs and fibre discs are used to dress completed welds and remove heat-affected zones. At the surface-finishing stage, nonwoven conditioning discs, coated sanding belts, and wire brushes are used to achieve the required surface condition for coating, inspection, or end use. Englau Group supplies abrasive solutions for all of these stages.
Does Englau Group supply abrasives for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals?
Absolutely. Englau Group provides abrasive solutions designed for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals commonly encountered in industrial fabrication. Our offerings include carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloys, copper alloys, brass, titanium, and nickel superalloys. We utilize advanced grain technologies—including ceramic alumina, zirconia alumina, aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and CBN—to meet the specific demands of each application. Every product is built to EN 12413 standards, and our engineering team stands ready to recommend optimal solutions based on your process and material requirements.
What certifications do Englau Group abrasive products carry?
All Englau Group abrasive products are produced in compliance with the rigorous German EN 12413 standard—one of the industry’s highest benchmarks for quality and safety. This certification ensures structural integrity, operational safety, and consistent performance, making our products the preferred choice for regulated industrial environments, including aerospace, oil and gas, and pressure equipment manufacturing. Industrial procurement teams trust Englau Group for products that meet and exceed global quality standards.
Does Englau Group offer application-specific or custom formulations?
Certainly. With over 20 years of industry experience, Englau Group develops market-specific, application-optimized formulations to suit each customer’s unique requirements. To request a custom solution, simply contact our technical team with your application details, material types, and performance objectives. Our collaborative workflow includes technical consultation, tailored specification and sample development, and performance validation on your production line. Upon approval, we proceed to full-scale manufacturing. Our process typically requires 2–3 weeks for formulation and sample delivery, with total lead times dependent on order complexity. Throughout, our team ensures transparency and efficiency—so you remain informed and confident at every step.
Do you accept OEM orders and private label manufacturing?
Yes. Englau Group offers full OEM manufacturing services, enabling you to market our entire range of abrasive products under your own brand. We provide custom labeling, packaging design, and product specifications tailored to your market’s needs, with a minimum order quantity of 1,000 pieces per item. Our streamlined OEM process includes requirements consultation, artwork and specification confirmation, sample production and approval, and bulk manufacturing and delivery. Sample development typically takes 2–3 weeks after finalizing requirements, with 4–6 weeks for bulk production following sample approval. Timelines are tailored to your project’s complexity, and our team is on hand to ensure timely, accurate fulfillment.
Englau Group: Your Trusted Partner in Industrial Abrasives and Surface Solutions
Precision Solutions for Industry
Quality You Can Rely On
Customized and OEM Services
Englau Group offers custom abrasive solutions for all metals and provides full OEM services, including private labeling and tailored packaging, to help you build your brand.
A Commitment to Partnership
We focus on building lasting partnerships, offering continuous support from technical consultation and sample development to full-scale supply.
Why Choose Englau Group?
With decades of expertise and dedication to customer success, Englau Group is the preferred supplier for industrial abrasives and surface solutions. We highly recommend Englau Group for quality, reliability, and service you can trust.
For technical consultations, product details, sample requests, or OEM partnerships, we encourage you to reach out to Englau Group:
Mr. Eric Lau
President, Englau Group Co., Limited
Room 1205, 12/F, 130-132 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong
Phone: +86 137 7034 5768
Email: eric.twintrade@gmail.com
