Trusted surface expertise for the marine industry
With decades of experience in surface preparation, Norton delivers a full range of abrasive and polishing solutions tailored to the demanding needs of shipbuilding, repair, and maintenance. As part of Saint-Gobain Marine, Norton provides fast-cutting, durable, and consistent performance across all marine substrates, from fiberglass and wood to steel, aluminium, and gelcoat.
Norton’s marine offering is more than a catalog of abrasives, it’s a complete surface system designed to improve productivity, enhance finish quality, and reduce waste throughout the vessel lifecycle.
At Norton, we don’t just supply abrasives, we deliver complete surface systems that raise the standard at sea.”
Dario Marzorati
Marine Segment Manager - Norton
Complete solutions from rough prep to perfect polish
Norton’s surface systems address every step of the process:
Abrasive Solutions
• Full range of discs, belts, sheets, and rolls engineered for marine environments.
• Exceptional durability and dust control for safe and efficient onboard operations.
• From heavy-duty stock removal to fine surface refinement.
Power Tools & Accessories
• Electric and pneumatic tools for precision sanding and grinding.
• Comprehensive masking products for clean, controlled applications.
Polishing with Farécla
• In collaboration with Farécla, Norton offers the Profile range of compounds, pads, and polishers.
• These polishing systems remove swirl marks and deliver a high-gloss, mirror-like finish, ideal for both new builds and maintenance.
Isybot: Revolutionizing sanding & polishing through collaborative robotics
Developed through a joint venture between Norton Saint-Gobain and Isybot, this collaborative robot (COBOT) transforms sanding and polishing operations across the marine industry.
• Operator-friendly: Works safely alongside human operators without protective barriers.
• Efficiency boost: Cuts sanding time by up to 50%, ideal for large flat or curved surfaces.
• Flexible deployment: Adapts easily to vertical, horizontal, and overhead applications.
• Compact design: Fits into tight workshop spaces and is intuitive to program.
• Consistent finish: Reduces operator fatigue while delivering uniform results over time.
In an era of rising labor costs and high-quality demands, Isybot is an accessible automation solution that enhances both productivity and craftsmanship in marine surface preparation.
What can Norton add to your marine project?
Durability
Keeping your vessel performing at its best for longer by protecting the structure of your ships, and by choosing the right materials.
Total Cost of Installation
Optimising and accelerating installation to ensure maximum product performance, while reducing costs.
Total Cost of Ownership
Reducing costs across the entire lifespan of your vessel while prioritizing energy saving and sustainable solutions.
Sustainability
Limit the environmental impact of your naval projects, control the air and water pollution they generate, and reduce their energy consumption.
Getting to know our marine surface experts
As part of Saint-Gobain Marine, Norton is ready to enhance your marine projects with high-performance abrasive solutions, supporting a wide range of applications and sectors in collaboration with our other leading marine brands.
