Walter Surface Technologies Acquires Hermes North America

Walter Surface Technologies announced December 2 that it had acquired Hermes North America. Walter, a Montreal-based company that offers abrasives, power tools, tooling, chemicals, safety and automated material removal products to industrial metalworkers, said Hermes would augment its existing abrasives business. Hermes supplies coated abrasive products to the metal and woodworking industries, and in a company statement, Walter said the purchase would augment its existing abrasives business, particularly in terms of belted sanding products.

Neither company disclosed the price of the sale. Walter noted in the announcement that the deal only entails Hermes’ North America operations: The company’s European Group will continue to operate independently, Walter said.

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“WALTER and Hermes share a deep commitment to quality, reliability, and customer success,” said Marc-André Aubé, CEO of WALTER Surface Technologies. “This acquisition is not only about expanding our coated abrasives offering today—it’s a long-term investment in growth and innovation as customers automate their processes. Our long-term vision is to keep driving innovation, sustainability, and value creation so our customers can continue to work better, faster, and more efficiently for decades to come.”

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.”