WALTER Surface Technologies acquires Hermes North America, strengthening its premium Coated Abrasives Portfolio

The acquisition ensures business continuity and long-term stability for Hermes customers as WALTER continues to expand its leadership position through strategic, accretive growth

Montreal, Québec, December 2nd, 2025 – WALTER Surface Technologies, a global leader in productivity and safety solutions for the metalworking industry, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hermes North America, a leading supplier of coated abrasives with a long-standing reputation for technical excellence and premium performance.

This strategic acquisition ensures business continuity and long-term stability for Hermes North America customers, and employees, while expanding WALTER’s existing expertise in coated abrasives. The addition of Hermes strengthens WALTER’s position in key market segments, particularly in belted products that serve a wide range of finishing, robotic, and automation applications.

“This acquisition is a long-term investment in growth and innovation as customers continue to automate their processes,” said Marc-André Aubé, CEO of WALTER Surface Technologies. “It complements our product lines by expanding our abrasive solutions offer specially designed for our automation division and strengthens our ability to deliver high-performance solutions that help customers work better, faster, and more efficiently.”

Tony Sarles, General Manager of Hermes North America, added: “Joining WALTER represents a new chapter of strength and stability for Hermes North America. With WALTER’s support, we will continue to serve our customers and partners with the same dedication and technical expertise they have come to expect—now backed by a stronger foundation for the future.

WALTER plans to integrate Hermes’ high-quality abrasive products into its lineup quickly, ensuring customers have seamless access to a broader range of solutions across its distribution network. The Hermes European Group will continue to operate independently as a trusted partner and supplier. The transaction is effective immediately, and activities for both customers and suppliers will experience no disruption in service.

About WALTER Surface Technologies

WALTER Surface Technologies is a global leader in high-productivity solutions for industrial metalworkers. The company delivers a comprehensive portfolio that includes abrasives, power tools, tooling, chemical solutions, safety products, and automated material removal solutions. With a long-term growth strategy driven by innovation and strategic acquisitions, WALTER has completed eight successful integrations, building one of the industry’s most robust and trusted product offers for industrial metalworking.

Founded in 1952, WALTER operates in multiple countries across North and South America, with its international headquarters in Montreal and U.S. headquarters in Windsor, Connecticut. The company is recognized for its commitment to customer productivity, sustainability, and industry-leading technical expertise. For more information, please visit www.WALTER.com.

About Hermes

Hermes North America is a leading supplier of high-quality coated abrasives serving customers in the metalworking, woodworking, and composites industries. Recognized for its technical expertise, premium product performance, and customer-focused service, Hermes North America has earned a reputation as a trusted partner for surface finishing solutions.

For more information, or to request an interview, please contact:

Stéphanie Boucher,
Director, Brand and Communications
WALTER Surface Technologies
SBoucher@WALTER.com
(514) 261-1592