JJ Smith, a renowned UK-based provider of woodworking machinery and automation solutions, has announced a new strategic partnership with Finnish surface finishing specialist, Mirka.
The collaboration will see JJ Smith become an Automation Partner for Mirka, integrating its high-quality abrasives and tools into JJ Smith’s bespoke woodworking robotics solutions.
The partnership marks a significant step forward in JJ Smith’s mission to expand its Woodworking Robotics offering, which includes advanced automated solutions designed to increase efficiency, safety, and output across the woodworking sector.
By incorporating Mirka’s industry-leading surface finishing technologies, JJ Smith will be able to provide its customers with automated sanding systems that deliver consistent, high-quality finishes, while reducing manual labour on the workshop floor.
Mirka, a family-owned company with nearly 80 years of experience, is globally recognised for its innovation in abrasives, tools, and polishing compounds. The company is known not only for its technical excellence, but also for its commitment to sustainability, manufacturing all its products under one roof to ensure quality and reduce environmental impact.
The new partnership aligns with JJ Smith’s longstanding commitment to innovation and service in the woodworking industry, a legacy that dates back to 1923. As industries increasingly turn to automation to streamline operations, JJ Smith’s Woodworking Roboticsdivision - powered by collaborations with leaders like Universal Robots, Vention, and now Mirka - is leading the charge toward smarter, safer manufacturing.
