TAF ABRASIVES SUPPLIER IN SOUTH AFRICA
Italian Abrasive Performance Since 1953
TAF is an Italian manufacturer of high-performance abrasive products with a history dating back to 1953. The brand specialises in cutting discs, grinding discs and finishing abrasives designed for precision, durability and consistent performance in industrial applications.
TAF ABRASIVE SOLUTIONS
Established on 23 October 1953, TAF Abrasives is an Italian manufacturer that has earned a strong reputation for the exceptional quality of its products. From its inception, the company has been recognised as a benchmark in the abrasives industry and is widely regarded as a leading Italian manufacturer of abrasive solutions.
Production is based in Monza, Italy, where operations are conducted in a modern facility spanning approximately 18,000 square metres. TAF offers a comprehensive range of abrasive solutions, including coated abrasives with cloth, paper and fibre backings, as well as reinforced cutting and grinding discs.
Built on a commitment to quality, performance and reliability, TAF manufactures abrasive products using advanced production processes and premium raw materials to deliver durability, precision and consistent results across a wide range of industrial applications.
APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS
TAF abrasive products are manufactured in Italy under rigorous quality control and in compliance with internationally recognised quality and safety standards. Products are developed and tested to ensure consistent manufacturing excellence, operator safety and reliable performance across demanding industrial applications.
Key certifications and standards include:
SO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing
EN 13743 compliance
EN 12413 compliance
EN 13236 compliance
European safety and performance standards
TAF PRODUCT RANGE AVAILABLE THROUGH AFRITECH
TAF manufactures a comprehensive range of abrasive solutions for industrial and fabrication environments, including:
Cutting discs
Grinding discs
Coated abrasives
Cloth-backed abrasives
Paper-backed abrasives
Fibre-backed abrasives
Industrial finishing abrasives
Metal fabrication abrasive solutions
ENGINEERED FOR INDUSTRIAL CUTTING & GRINDING PERFORMANCE
Consistent cutting performance
High disc durability and lifespan
Controlled material removal
Reduced downtime and product failure
Enhanced operator safety
Reliable performance in demanding industrial environments
Compliance with recognised international standards
Abrasive performance directly impacts productivity, surface finish quality and overall operational efficiency.
EXCLUSIVE SOUTHERN AFRICAN DISTRIBUTION PARTNER
Afritech Equipment Solutions provides local distribution, technical support and industry-focused service excellence for TAF abrasive products across Southern Africa.
Our combined mission is to:
Deliver consistent cutting and grinding performance
Ensure reliable product quality and durability
Provide cost-effective abrasive solutions
Support applications from light fabrication to heavy industrial use
TECHNICAL SUPPORT & APPLICATION GUIDANCE
Selecting the correct consumable or welding solution impacts weld integrity, productivity and inspection compliance. Afritech’s technical team supports product selection, application alignment and industry-specific requirements.



















