Noble-X
Noble-X is a family-owned CNC machining and fabrication company serving food and beverage, heavy equipment, defense, and OEM manufacturers across five Midwest facilities with 180+ employees and 160,000+ square feet of manufacturing space.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1920
- HeadquartersAmery, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Noble-X does
Noble-X, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned precision CNC machining and fabrication company headquartered in Amery, Wisconsin, operating as a holding entity for a portfolio of manufacturing subsidiaries with roots dating to the 1920s. The company delivers custom-machined components and fabricated products to four primary end-markets: food and beverage processing, heavy equipment, defense (via its MRL Manufacturing subsidiary, which has supplied U.S. Armed Forces tracked vehicle components for over 25 years and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification), and industrial/OEM manufacturing. Its technology stack spans vertical and horizontal CNC machining centers, CNC turning, Wire and Sinker EDM, precision grinding, 5-axis laser cutting and welding (added via the 2025 LaserGuide Inc. acquisition), welding and structural fabrication, industrial coating, and programmable CMM inspection to tolerances of ±.0002 inches.
The company operates 160,000+ square feet of manufacturing space across five Midwest facilities in Wisconsin and Minnesota and is described as the largest machine shop in Western Wisconsin. Its revenue model is project-based professional services: customers submit specifications via the website quote form or by phone, and Noble-X provides individually quoted pricing based on material, tolerance, and volume, with invoices due on receipt and quotes expiring after 30 days. Revenue streams span custom CNC machining, structural steel fabrication (NX Steel), industrial paint and powder coating (NX Coatings), and secondary manufacturing support services including heat treating, non-destructive testing, and broaching.
Distribution is direct B2B with a regional Midwest focus, including daily pickup and delivery to the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul) area. Growth has been pursued through both organic capital reinvestment ($3 million in 2022 and $2 million in 2024 in new equipment) and inorganic moves, including the 2022 UniPunch/Unittool merger, the 2021 launch of NX Steel, the 2023 addition of a second production shift, and the 2025 acquisition of LaserGuide Inc. The broader brand portfolio spans 11 subsidiary or acquired brands covering complementary capabilities such as modular press tooling (UniPunch/Unittool), utility asset marking (Premax), precision sheet metal fabrication (Thomas Industries), asphalt compaction equipment (New Beuthling), and stainless steel railing systems (PureSteel Solutions).
Noble-X firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Noble-X
- Legal name
- Noble-X, Inc.
- Website
- https://noble-x.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1920
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- Noble-X is a family-owned CNC machining and fabrication company serving food and beverage, heavy equipment, defense, and OEM manufacturers across five Midwest facilities with 180+ employees and 160,000+ square feet of manufacturing space.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Noble-X industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Precision CNC Machining Services
- NAICS
- Machine Shops (332710), Machine Shops (33271), Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing (3327)
- SIC
- Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products (3490), Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Welding, Fabrication & Field Machining Services (On-site) (IMAIACAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE), Metal Cutting Tools, Tooling & Workholding (Cutters, Inserts, Chucks, Fixtures) (IMAHADAB)
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Where Noble-X is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Amery
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Noble-X business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Custom CNC Machining Services: Precision CNC machining services including turning, milling, grinding, and EDM for custom components. Project-based pricing with quotes generated based on specifications, materials, tolerances, and volume requirements.
- Structural Steel Fabrication: NX Steel division provides custom steel fabrication and installation services including staircases, platforms, railings, and structural steel products. Custom project pricing.
- Industrial Coating Services: NX Coatings division provides industrial painting and powder coating services with spacious ovens and paint booths for various component sizes.
- Manufacturing Support Services: Secondary manufacturing operations including heat treating, non-destructive testing, magnetic particle inspection, specialty coating, and broaching services.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Custom Project Pricing - No standardized tiers |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels7 records
Noble-X product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Noble-X provides custom precision CNC machining and fabrication services for OEMs and industrial manufacturers across five Midwest facilities in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Its core offerings include CNC turning, horizontal and vertical milling, EDM (Wire and Sinker), precision grinding, large part machining, structural steel fabrication (via NX Steel), industrial powder coating (via NX Coatings), 5-axis laser cutting (via LaserGuide Inc.), as well as food-grade machining for dairy and food & beverage processors and defense components via MRL Manufacturing. The company delivers end-to-end solutions spanning design engineering, fixturing, machining, welding, finishing, and inspection under a single contract.
Product overview
Noble-X is a family of manufacturing companies offering comprehensive precision CNC machining and fabrication services across 160,000+ square feet of production space with five Midwest facilities. The core offering includes CNC turning, milling, grinding, EDM, welding, and fabrication services complemented by food-grade machining, industrial coating, design engineering, inspection, fixturing, and emergency rush work capabilities. The portfolio includes subsidiary brands: UniPunch (press tooling), Premax (utility marking), MRL Manufacturing (military products), Hudson Machine and Tool (precision machining), New Beuthling (compaction equipment), NX Steel (structural steel fabrication), NX Coatings (industrial painting), Unitool (punching systems), Thomas Industries (sheet metal/enclosures), PureSteel Solutions (railing systems), and LaserGuide Inc. (5-axis laser cutting/welding). The integrated approach allows customers to source machining, fabrication, finishing, and inspection services from a single provider.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- UniPunch: Manufactures modular c-frame press tooling for hole-punching systems, helping manufacturers switch from drilling/milling single holes to punching multiple holes in seconds.
- Premax
- MRL Manufacturing
- Hudson Machine and Tool
- New Beuthling
- Unittool
- Thomas Industries
- PureSteel Solutions
- LaserGuide Inc.
Products and services
- CNC Turning CNC lathe turning services for producing cylindrical parts including shafts, rollers, housings, and custom large-diameter components for industrial OEMs.
- Horizontal & Vertical Milling Multi-axis CNC milling services for complex parts and contours using vertical and horizontal CNC machining centers.
- Precision Grinding Precision grinding services for achieving tight tolerances and superior surface finishes on critical components.
- EDM Machining Electrical Discharge Machining services including Wire EDM and Sinker EDM for complex geometries, delicate features, and hardened materials with sub-micron accuracy.
- Food Grade Machining Precision machining for food and beverage industry components using corrosion-resistant materials like 316 stainless steel to meet stringent hygiene and safety standards.
- Steel Fabrication Structural steel fabrication and installation services through the NX Steel division for residential and commercial projects.
- Industrial Painting & Powder Coating Industrial paint and powder coating services through the NX Coatings division with spacious ovens and paint booths for components of various sizes.
- 5-Axis Laser Cutting Services 5-axis laser cutting and welding services via LaserGuide Inc. for metals, plastics, and other materials, with precision tolerances up to .005 inches on large metal stampings, tubes, and custom stamped parts.
- UniPunch Press Tooling Systems Modular c-frame press tooling system for hole punching, enabling manufacturers to punch multiple holes in seconds rather than drilling or milling one at a time.
- New Beuthling Compaction Equipment Self-propelled asphalt compaction equipment ranging from 1-3 tons for pedestrian walkways, bike paths, golf courses, driveways, and sport courts.
- Premax Utility Marking Systems Utility asset marking systems using premium quality aluminum embossed tags for utility industry poles, farms, vineyards, boats, property corners, and solar farms.
- PureSteel Railing Systems Premium stainless steel railing systems for residential, commercial, and hospitality spaces, including drink rails for deck applications.
- MRL Manufacturing Military Components Military products manufacturing for U.S. Armed Forces, specializing in vehicle track components (wedges, pins, bushings) for over 25 years under ISO 9001:2015 certification.
- Thomas Industries Sheet Metal Fabrication Precision sheet metal fabrication and custom electrical enclosures for industrial and commercial applications.
Companies that use Noble-X
Customer profileNamed customers4 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Noble-X technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
Noble-X partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- LaserGuide Inc.coreLaserGuide Inc. specializes in 5-axis laser cutting and welding for a wide range of metals, plastics, and other materials. They offer precision tolerances up to .005 inches on large metal stampings, spinnings, tubes, and custom stamped parts. Joined the Noble-X family of companies in 2025, strengthening the range of services offered.
- UnittoolcoreUnittool system is a catalogue of units used alongside UniPunch products to punch holes and notched edges to make parts. In 2022, UniPunch and Unittool joined forces, merging product offerings, sales channels, and manufacturing to efficiently serve the entire marketplace with both brands from a single location.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Noble-X competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Xometry: Online CNC machining and fabrication marketplace connecting buyers to a network of job shops; directly competes with Noble-X in custom machined parts quoting and fulfillment, although Xometry operates at much larger digital scale.
- Protolabs: Digital manufacturer offering CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding services with rapid quoting; competes for the same custom OEM prototyping and low-volume production work.
- Fictiv: On-demand manufacturing platform for CNC machining, injection molding, and sheet metal; competes directly with Noble-X for custom machined parts via a digital quoting and distributed supplier network.
- Hubs (Protolabs Networks): Manufacturing-as-a-service platform (now part of Protolabs) connecting buyers with CNC machining and fabrication suppliers; directly comparable to Noble-X in custom machining services.
- Fractory: Online CNC machining, sheet metal, and fabrication services marketplace; offers custom quoting across processes that overlap with Noble-X's core CNC and fabrication offerings.
- SendCutSend: Online custom cutting and fabrication services (laser, plasma, waterjet, CNC); overlaps with Noble-X's fabrication and LaserGuide-acquired laser cutting capabilities.
- Plethora: CNC machining and fabrication services platform targeting industrial buyers; competes with Noble-X in custom machined components quoting and delivery.
Broad incumbents
- Precision Resource: Multi-site North American precision metal components manufacturer serving automotive, industrial and defense markets; broader scale and footprint than Noble-X but comparable in vertical integration of machining, finishing, and assembly.
- NN Inc. Global manufacturer of precision components and assemblies using metal and plastic machining processes; serves similar industrial, aerospace and medical end markets at meaningfully larger scale than Noble-X.
- Kennametal: Global supplier of metal cutting tools, tooling systems and wear-resistant parts used by the same machining customers Noble-X serves; broader industrial incumbent rather than a direct contract manufacturer competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Noble-X social profiles
Digital presenceNoble-X compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Noble-X financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Noble-X leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Noble-X subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries11 records
Noble-X funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Noble-X M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Noble-X
What does Noble-X do?
Noble-X provides custom precision CNC machining and fabrication services for OEMs and industrial manufacturers across five Midwest facilities in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Its core offerings include CNC turning, horizontal and vertical milling, EDM (Wire and Sinker), precision grinding, large part machining, structural steel fabrication (via NX Steel), industrial powder coating (via NX Coatings), 5-axis laser cutting (via LaserGuide Inc.), as well as food-grade machining for dairy and food & beverage processors and defense components via MRL Manufacturing. The company delivers end-to-end solutions spanning design engineering, fixturing, machining, welding, finishing, and inspection under a single contract.
Is Noble-X a public or private company?
Noble-X is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Noble-X founded?
Noble-X was founded in 1920. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is Noble-X based?
Noble-X is headquartered in Amery, United States, in the North America region.
How does Noble-X make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Custom CNC Machining Services are the primary driver. The others are structural Steel Fabrication, industrial Coating Services and manufacturing Support Services.
Who are Noble-X's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Xometry, Protolabs, Fictiv, Hubs (Protolabs Networks), Fractory, SendCutSend and Plethora. Broad incumbents are Precision Resource, NN Inc. and Kennametal.
Does Noble-X have an API?
No public API is recorded for Noble-X.
What industry is Noble-X in?
Noble-X's product category is Precision CNC Machining Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAIACAD, Welding, Fabrication & Field Machining Services (On-site), with a secondary code of IMAHADAE, Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment. Its NAICS code is 332710 and its SIC code is 3490.