Built for Every Stage of the Job
From rough grinding to final finish, metal fabricators need abrasives that perform consistently as the job changes:
- Stock Removal & Weld Blending: Our wide and narrow belts are built to cut fast and stay sharp through heavy material removal, deburring, and weld grinding — without excess heat buildup that can warp or discolor your workpiece.
- Surface Prep & Finishing: Sanding discs and sheets step down grit progressively, giving fabricators a clean, uniform scratch pattern before moving to polish.
- Final Polish: Abrasive sponges and pads deliver a smooth, consistent finish on stainless, aluminum, and brass — ideal for visible surfaces where appearance matters as much as function.
Engineered for Demanding Metals
Different metals put different demands on an abrasive. Stainless steel needs a product that won't load up or overheat the surface. Aluminum and other non-ferrous metals are prone to clogging and require abrasives designed to resist loading. Uneeda's metalworking line is formulated to hold up across these materials, so you get a consistent cut and finish without constantly swapping products mid-job.
Wide Belts for Metalworking
Wide Sanding Belts used for metal grinding and polishing are manufactured to the strictest quality specification to ensure the highest level of performance and durability under harsh conditions. Uneeda offers a wide variety of paper and cloth materials which can be used in both wet and dry conditions.
Uneeda can manufacture wide sanding belts up to 65” wide with a single joint and segmented (multiple) joint belts up to 102” wide. We provide heavy duty zirconia, aluminum oxide and silicon carbide products to suit any operation whether polishing steel, iron, aluminum, titanium or other alloys.
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Narrow Belts for Metalworking
Uneeda manufactures narrow sanding belts in variety of sizes suited for backstand grinders, mini-belt grinders, robotic applications as well as any other machine that utilizes narrow sanding belts.
Due to the unique characteristics of different metals, Uneeda offers an extensive selection of materials to achieve the desired results.
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Sanding Discs for Metalworking
There are many applications where discs are used for the grinding and polishing of various metals. Whether polishing aluminum wheels, preparing metal parts for painting or removing burrs, Uneeda offers the right material needed for any of these applications.
Uneeda offers a wide variety of sanding discs designed to offer maximum life and superior finish. We provide aluminum oxide and silicon carbide products coated on lightweight paper, heavyweight paper, cloth and film backings to suit any application. All our sanding discs are available as plain, PSA or Hook & Loop discs and can be manufactured to any size.
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Sanding Sheets for Metalworking
Sanding sheets are an integral product for many metalworking applications. Consistent coating and meticulous quality control allows Uneeda to offer the highest quality waterproof sanding sheets available on the market today.
Uneeda’s waterproof sanding sheets are available in full (9” x 11”), half (4 ½” x 11) and quarter (4 ½” x 5 ½”) sheets as well as many custom sizes to suit any application. Our waterproof sanding sheets are available with silicon carbide and aluminum oxide coated on in A and C weight backing from grit #60 to grit #3000.
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Abrasive Sponges
Uneeda offers a wide variety of abrasive sponges suitable for sanding curved, contoured or flat surfaces. Our sponges were engineered for wet and dry applications on wood, metal, drywall, and various solid surfaces, and are all washable and reusable.
Uneesponges are available in thickness of 3/16″, 1/2″ and 1″ with aluminum oxide and silicon carbide abrasive grains and a variety of grades while EKASILK sponges are available in 5mm & 1/2 thickness. Our sponges are the ideal products for obtaining the smoothest finishes in the woodworking, automotive and marine industries. They can be used for removing raised fibers on white wood as well as for paint, stain and sealer sanding.
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Not Sure Which
Abrasive You Need?
With hundreds of belts, discs, sheets, and sponges across dozens of grits and backings, it can be hard to know where to start. Our Product Finder walks you through a few simple questions about your material, machine, and finish goal - and points you straight to the right product.
Your Current Supplier Doesn't Do This.
Most abrasive suppliers take your order and move on. Uneeda doesn't. Every wide belt customer gets access to our Technical Support Program at absolutely no charge — a hands-on service that most companies in this industry simply don't offer. We come to your facility. We look at your machines, your process, and your current results. Then we tell you exactly what to change — and we help you do it. No upsell. No consulting fee. Just real expertise, on your floor, working for you.
Free on-site technician visits
One of our sanding specialists comes to your plant — not a salesperson, a technician. They assess your machines, your current belt setup, and your sanding results firsthand.
Troubleshooting & process optimization
Burning belts too fast? Getting uneven finishes? Loading issues? We diagnose the root cause and fix it — adjusting pressure, grit sequences, machine settings, and belt selection until your process runs right.
Preventative maintenance programs
We build a scheduled maintenance plan tailored to your machines and production volume — so small issues don't become costly downtime, and your belts last as long as possible.
Ongoing support — not just at the sale
Questions after the switch? Need a second visit? Our technicians remain available by phone and on-site for the life of your relationship with us. We don't disappear after the first order.
