Our 70
Year Legacy
THE UK’S LEADING SUPPLIER AND MANUFACTURER OF SURFACE ENHANCEMENT SOLUTIONS
Combining heritage and craftmanship, experience and knowledge, our 70 years of expertise goes far beyond the surface. SurfacePrep UK was built through strategic acquisitions of companies carefully chosen to enhance our product and service offering, bringing together the best of British brands. We are the UK and Ireland’s leading supplier and manufacturer of surface preparation and finishing solutions creating a one stop shop for end-to-end support.
SurfacePrep UK is part of SurfacePrep, a US-based leader in surface preparation and finishing solutions since 1956. We have over 50 locations across the US, Canada and the UK, SurfacePrep is known for delivering consistent and profitable 5-star solutions for customers across a variety of industries. With extensive experience and a wealth of knowledge, SurfacePrep helps you find the right solution every time.
SurfacePrep UK is the leading company for surface preparation and surface finishing. We have 4 sites throughout the UK: Sheffield, Manchester, Washington and Tipton.
Our parent company SurfacePrep is the largest national network of regional distributors of high quality abrasive products, speciality ceramics and surface finishing equipment within the USA.
DELIVERING VALUE SINCE 1956
BRINGING TOGETHER THE BEST OF BRITISH BRANDS
Discover more about some of the companies that have joined us along the way and played a vital role in strengthening our market presence and ensuring our continued success.
SurfacePrep UK also incorporates Abraclean, CFS and SFEG.
Founded in Sheffield in 1959, Hodge Clemco pioneered the UK’s surface preparation and finishing industry. Built on British craftsmanship and innovation, and driven by excellence, Hodge Clemco grew to become the UK’s leading provider of blast equipment and abrasive materials. Hodge Clemco’s legacy extends beyond cutting-edge equipment, and lives on in the relationships they forged, and the standards they set.
Hodge Clemco joined SurfacePrep UK in September 2021.
Founded in 1919 on the banks of the River Tyne by John Hogg & Sons, Hogg Blasting & Finishing Equipment operated at the centre of the industrial heartland of the UK for over a century. Built on foundations of innovation, precision and performance, Hogg Blasting & Finishing Equipment delivered industry-leading blasting and finishing solutions, empowering businesses across diverse sectors. With an unwavering commitment to quality and reliability, Hogg Blasting & Finishing Equipment consistently set the standard for surface finishing within the industry.
Hogg Blasting & Finishing Equipment joined SurfacePrep UK in September 2021.
A trusted leader in vibratory finishing for over 40 years, PDJ Vibro has helped countless businesses achieve flawless surfaces with speed and efficiency. With decades of engineering expertise and a commitment to reliability and service, PDJ Vibro set the benchmark in surface finishing. As a family-run business, the team understands the value of building lasting partnerships with clients across various sectors. With unrivalled customer service and a relentless focus on quality, PDJ Vibro has transformed the finishing industry.
PDJ Vibro joined SurfacePrep UK in 2024.
