Mirka in short

2011-11-22

General press release about KWH Mirka Ltd.

KWH Mirka Ltd is part of the KWH Group and of one the world’s largest abrasive manufacturers. Through its innovative research and development program, Mirka has become a specialist in flexible abrasives, as well as revolutionary, patented abrasives which allow customers to enjoy a truly dust-free surface finishing process.

Mirka has invested heavily in product development and the company has expanded from a leading abrasive maker into a developer and manufacturer of complete sanding systems.

These innovations are further backed by the creation of ground-breaking new coatings production processes such as Progressive Bond™, which offers good flexibility and edge wear, and Total Coating™ Technology, which has made it possible to produce abrasives that are thinner while offering more aggressive performance. The wide range includes advanced products designed to efficiently tackle specialised applications for both professionals and DIY, as well as products that have been specially developed for the most demanding operations.

The recently established Mirka Power Tools unit develops and manufactures advanced sanding and polishing machines providing outstanding benefits to users. These innovatively designed tools combined with a range of effective, high quality accessories, give Mirka´s customers unmatched access to a complete sanding solution to meet their individual needs.

Mirka continuously tests new methods and systematically follows up how its products perform in the field. Close cooperation with end-users is a cornerstone of this approach and ensures a steady stream of valuable feedback. Most of Mirka’s products and innovations, in fact, are developed as a result of customer input.

Mirka is a globally expanding company with subsidiaries located in Europe, North and South America and Asia. Headquarters and production are located in Finland. More than 90% of our products are exported and sold in more than 80 countries.

Mirka is the first company in its sector to obtain the three most important quality standards. The production process guarantees reliable quality by following the ISO 9001 quality assurance system. The OHSAS 18001 occupational health and safety management system ensures a high level of work safety. The ISO 14001 environmental management system proves that we consider the environment in all our activities.