Master Abrasives leads the way to sustainable manufacturing

As the UK distributor for Rosa Ermando’s Rosa GrindTech and Favretto GrindTech grinding machines, Master Abrasives is introducing two key themes that are central to the future of manufacturing: energy-saving solutions and sustainability.

In the face of today’s complex economic challenges, Davide Lucca, CEO of Rosa Ermando, believes that businesses must leverage digitalisation, energy efficiency and sustainability to gain a competitive edge.

“European machine manufacturers have excelled at designing and producing high-quality machinery,” he says. “However, to remain competitive on a global scale, we must go beyond just manufacturing products. We need to focus on integrated solutions that combine innovative machinery, services, and processes.”

Master Abrasives shares this vision and excited to bring these innovative solutions to the UK market, highlighting how Rosa and Favretto’s technology can drive both operational efficiency and sustainability.

Energy saving: optimising consumption for a greener future

One of the stand-out features of Rosa and Favretto machines presented at the BI-MU 2024 exhibition in Milan last October is their focus on energy saving – an essential consideration for businesses aiming to reduce operational costs and their environmental impact. At the show, Rosa Ermando presented an advanced energy management system that is now available on all Rosa GrindTech and Favretto GrindTech machines. This new feature allows users to measure energy consumption in real-time, providing detailed insights into energy absorption across different components and processing steps.

“Our new system not only tracks overall energy usage but also enables differentiation by monitoring the energy consumption of specific parts of the machine,” says Davide Lucca. “The next step is to modulate machine functions based on actual energy requirements, which helps optimise consumption and enhance overall system efficiency.”

This real-time energy management system offers manufacturers the opportunity to closely monitor their energy usage, identify areas for improvement, and forecast future consumption. The ability to make informed decisions about energy efficiency can significantly reduce costs and contribute to a more sustainable production process.

Rosa Ermando says its commitment to excellence extends beyond energy efficiency. With its strong vertical production process, the company ensures the highest quality in every machine it produces. From the initial casting of the machine foundations at a foundry in Romania (in which Rosa Ermando holds a 30% stake), to machining, assembly and rigorous testing in the company’s Rescaldina plant, Rosa maintains full control over every phase of production.

This vertical approach guarantees build quality and precision – elements that have earned Rosa and Favretto machines a reputation for durability and performance in the global market.

Bringing Rosa and Favretto innovation to the UK 

As the official UK distributor for Rosa and Favretto, Master Abrasives is excited to offer these grinding machines to the UK market. With their focus on energy saving, sustainability and quality manufacturing, the machines provide solutions for businesses looking to stay ahead in a rapidly changing manufacturing landscape.