History

The Unified Abrasives Manufacturers’ Association was formed in 1999 from the merging of four predecessor organizations: the Abrasive Grain Association, Coated Abrasives Manufacturers’ Institute, Diamond Wheel Manufacturers’ Institute and the Grinding Wheel Institute.

The new organization maintains a four-committee structure that allows for members to focus on the portion of the Abrasives Industry that is most pertinent to their company. A Board of Trustees elected from the membership governs the UAMA.