Manual Tool Grinding

With the advancement of grinding technology, Cutting Tool Engineers still believes in the importance of manual tool grinding.

Re-conditioning metal cutting tools with manual machines and a strong work ethic have built the foundation for the consistent growth of CTE. We have over 75 years of combined experience in the manual grinding of tools.

Our shop is equipped with over 25 machines capable of sharpening various styles of tools. These machines are used in fluting, milling, turning, diameter grinding/finishing, surface grinding, hob grinding, broach grinding, and sharpening cam and facet points.

The tools include:

  • End Mills
  • Drills
  • Reamers
  • Milling Cutters
  • Gear Cutters
  • Involute Cutters
  • Brazed Carbide Tipped Thread Chasers
  • Keyway Broaches
  • Counterbores
  • Countersinks
  • Concave/ Convex Cutters
  • Shell Mills
  • Hobs
  • Corner Round
  • Key Seat Cutters
  • Hog Mills
  • Peening Hammers

A close, honest, and open relationship with our customers, along with a quality product has allowed CTE to grow at a constant rate over the last 45 years!