Sobre Nós

Our history

In 1966, Flavio Romano Scognamiglio founded Cobral Abrasivos in the city of São Caetano do Sul. Thanks to the know-how of his father, Osvaldo Scognamiglio, who for many years directed large companies in this sector in Brazil – such as Carborundum, Sivat and Elfusa – and had the vision that the field was promising, he encouraged Flavio to set up the company. Due to the entrepreneurial and persevering spirit of its founder, the small company, born in a simple garage in São Caetano do Sul, gradually developed – always driven by the good quality of its first products.

With great drive and determination, Cobral bravely faced and overcame numerous financial crises that shook the economy in the last 55 years. Today, it is considered a model company, thanks to the seriousness and trust it has gained from its clientele, in addition to the advanced technology it has introduced into its production methods. Following the evolution of the granite and marble sector in Brazil, in 1977 Cobral opened its new factory on a 35,000 m² site, with 10,000 m² of built area, in Mogi das Cruzes, in the State of São Paulo.

Cobral’s history is marked by pioneering spirit, since in 1980 it was the first company in the world to manufacture grinding wheels for the final polishing of granite. And since its foundation, it has carried the mission of producing solutions for the treatment of surfaces with excellence.

In 2000, its modern branch was opened in Cachoeiro do Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, with the aim of improving and bringing closer the service to its loyal customers.

The philosophy of development and modernity that has always guided the company has enabled the continuous improvement of its production methods, following the most advanced technology worldwide in the sector, today using diamond grains and sophisticated resins. In addition, Cobral has a network of technical representatives throughout the Brazilian territory, which assures good service and assistance to its numerous customers.