Rowland Tools owner acquires Abrasives for Industry
News from the UK tools industry as AFI gets snapped up by a growing tool group…
The Premium Tools Group – owner of Rowland Tools – has acquired Abrasives for Industry Ltd (AFI).
With over 20 years trading experience, AFI have a comprehensive range of over 3,000 abrasive technology products including Diamond and Metal Cutting and Grinding discs, Polishing and Sanding Discs and Belt Spirabands and Sanding Sleeves.
All stock and distribution has moved to the Premium Tools Group premises in Baildon West Yorkshire.
Both AFI and Rowland Tools will continue as separate businesses, with Rowland Tools continuing to specialise in B2B distribution of Bessey, Bondhus, Famag and other key brands.
The Premium Tools Group bought a 100% shareholding of Abrasives for Industry Ltd (AFI) from the previous owners Rick and Julia Robbins. Simon Kelly has been appointed Commercial Manager.AFI own the Right Lines Brand which trades on a successful website www.abrasivesworld.co.uk.
“We are excited to acquire AFI which is a long established and successful supplier of Abrasive Technology,” said Mathew Hydleman, Owner of the Premium Tools Group. “Undoubtedly the addition of AFI strengthens our group. There are significant growth opportunities for both Rowland Tools and AFI in the future. We are proud to specialise in such an exciting portfolio of products.”
