What Microcut does

Microcut AG is a privately held Swiss manufacturer specializing in high-precision finishing of small bores, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Lengnau in the Jura-Südfuss region. The company's core offering, the Microcut Honing System, is purpose-built for bore diameters from 0.015 mm to 16 mm, where conventional internal cylindrical grinding and standard honing reportedly reach their limits. The technical stack centers on one-piece rigid honing tools with force-controlled feed, a registered sonic-honing technology launched in 2019 (which the company states quadruples cutting performance and improves surface roughness to Rz <1µm and Ra <0.1µm), and the MH©cut Honing Module, an Industry 4.0 add-on that mounts Microcut honing capability directly onto machine tools such as hard-turning lathes so the full bore is finished in one clamping. The product family includes the UniBore 942s-C-R and UniBore 800 machines (configurable with 1–4 spindles), one-piece honing tools and accessories, and the MicroTest HS-P and MicroTest SGL concentricity/roundness inspection devices.

Revenue is generated from three streams: machine sales (special-purpose configured units, with the company reporting over 700 machines delivered cumulatively), precision honing tool and accessory sales, and contract honing (Lohnhonen) subcontracting for lot sizes of 1–100,000 pieces. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with terms of 30 days in CHF ex-works Lengnau. The go-to-market combines direct sales from the Lengnau headquarters with five regional distribution partners covering Germany (MAS), the United States (Eurotechnique), Greater China private sector (CORREMAX), Chinese AVIC accounts (Horma), and Korea (SEWON), supported by an enterprise field-sales motion that includes machine capability studies and contract honing as a low-friction entry point for prospects.

Microcut serves six primary verticals — automotive (designated the primary segment, covering hydraulic control valves and high-volume spool sleeves with cross bores), medical technology, aerospace, semiconductor, fiber optics, and mold/tool-and-die (including hot-runner systems). The company is led by Managing Director Dr. Patric Mikhail, sits in the 11–50 employee range, and maintains memberships in Swiss industry and precision-manufacturing clusters (Swissmem, SKV, Cluster Precision). No external funding, M&A activity, or public listing is disclosed.

Name

Microcut

Legal name

Microcut AG

Website

https://microcut.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Microcut AG is a Swiss manufacturer of honing machines, tools, and contract honing services for the high-precision finishing of small bores (0.015–16 mm diameter), serving automotive, medical, aerospace, semiconductor, fiber optics, and mold-making customers globally via five regional distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Honing Machines

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351), Precision Turned Product Manufacturing (332721)

SIC

Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Metrology, Inspection & Machine Tool Accessories (CMMs, Probing, Gauging) (IMAHADAK)

Keywords

• Honing machines
• Precision machining
• Small bore finishing
• Honing tools
• Contract honing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lengnau

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Honing Machines: Sale of standard and special honing machines. Machines are configured to customer requirements, modular and scalable. Can be equipped with 1-4 spindles. Full part handling robot can be integrated. The company has delivered over 700 machines since founding in 1995
2. Honing Tools: Production and sale of one-piece honing tools, clamping units, and accessories. Tools feature single-layer coating and are available in various geometries for different bore requirements
3. Contract Honing / Lohnhonen: Subcontract manufacturing services for small to medium series (1-100,000 pcs). Very short response time for dispatch, processing and returns. Uses state-of-the-art measuring technology specialized for bores. Serves as both standalone service and entry point for machine sales

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Microcut manufactures and sells the Microcut Honing System for high-precision finishing of small bores (0.015–16 mm diameter), encompassing honing machines (UniBore series), precision one-piece honing tools, the proprietary sonic-honing technology, the MH©cut Honing Module for integration onto machine tools, and contract honing (Lohnhonen) subcontract manufacturing services.

Product overview

Microcut is a Swiss precision machining company specializing in high-precision finishing of small bores. The product portfolio centers on the Microcut Honing System, which encompasses three interconnected offerings: (1) Honing machines including the UniBore 942s-C-R (new generation with 1-4 spindles) and UniBore 800 models; (2) Precision honing tools and the advanced sonic-honing© technology; and (3) Contract honing services. The system covers bore diameters from 0.015 mm to 16 mm, targeting industries including fiber optics, medical technology, mold making, aerospace, semiconductor, and automotive. The company also offers the Honmodul MH©cut (Industry 4.0 module for integration onto machine tools), and special machines including the MicroTest HS-P and MicroTest SGL measuring devices for concentricity/roundness inspection. All offerings are characterized by minimal dispersion, high repeatability, and process capability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Microcut Honing System: High-precision honing system specifically developed for finishing small bores ranging from 0.015 mm to 16 mm diameter, offering shape accuracy, surface quality, and dimensional accuracy at the highest level.
• sonic-honing technology
• MH©cut Honing Module
• UniBore 942s-C-R
• UniBore 800
• MicroTest HS-P
• MicroTest SGL

Products and services

• Microcut Honing System Core product system for high-precision finishing of small bores covering 0.015 mm to 16 mm diameter, delivered as honing machines, tools, and contract manufacturing services for industrial manufacturers.
• UniBore 942s-C-R

Quantifiable outcome

• Cylindricity <1 µm achieved
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MAS (Maschinen- und Werkzeugfabrik ASchweinitz GmbH)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman distribution partner for Microcut's MH©cut Honing Module. Located in Leonberg, Germany. Handles sales and distribution of the honing module in the German market.
• Eurotechnique Industries, Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS distribution partner for Microcut products. Located in Port Jefferson Station, New York. Handles sales and distribution of Microcut honing systems in the United States market.
• HormacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChinese distribution partner specifically for AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China). Located in Beijing. Handles distribution of Microcut products to AVIC and potentially other Chinese aviation/defense accounts.
• CORREMAX International Co., Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for private companies in China/Taiwan region. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan with additional offices in Taichung, Shanghai, Chongqing, Shenzhen, and Shandong. Handles sales to private sector customers in the greater China market.
• SEWON ENG. LTD.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKorean distribution partner for Microcut honing systems. Located in Seoul. Handles sales and distribution in the South Korean market.
• SwissmemminorOthersSwiss industry association for mechanical and electrical engineering industries. Microcut is a member of this association representing Swiss manufacturing and technology companies.
• SKV (Schweizerischer KMU-Verband)minorOthersSwiss SME Association. Microcut maintains membership in this small and medium-sized enterprise association.
• Cluster Precision (Swiss Precision Technology Cluster)minorOthersSwiss precision technology cluster. Microcut is a member of this regional cluster focused on precision manufacturing.
• wibs (Wirtschaftsförderung Biel/Bienne)minorOthersEconomic development agency for Biel/Bienne region. Microcut maintains membership in this regional business development organization.
• gzs (Gewerbezentrum Mittelland Süd)minorOthersBusiness center for Mittelland Süd region. Microcut maintains membership in this regional business support organization.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• KADIA Produktion: German manufacturer of honing machines and special machines for precision machining. Comparable as a European competitor building honing equipment for industrial and automotive use cases with similar precision positioning.
• Supfina Grieshaber: German specialist in superfinishing and fine grinding machines. Comparable as a precision finishing equipment manufacturer with overlapping automotive and industrial customer base and complementary (rather than competing) bore finishing focus.
• Lapmaster Wolters: Precision finishing equipment manufacturer offering honing, lapping, and polishing machines. Comparable as a precision finishing machine vendor serving industrial customers with overlapping finishing technology.
• Sunnen Products Company: Global leader in honing and precision finishing equipment with a broad product line across multiple bore diameters. Directly comparable as a honing machine manufacturer serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial markets with overlapping precision finishing technology.
• Engis Corporation: Manufacturer of superfinishing, honing and lapping equipment, including the Hybrio and B-Series lines. Comparable in precision bore finishing technology with overlapping application in automotive and industrial markets.
• Gehring Technologies: German precision honing and machining specialist serving automotive and industrial customers with honing equipment and services. Highly comparable in precision bore finishing technology and customer overlap with Microcut's primary automotive segment.
• Peter Wolters / Stähli Group: Swiss-based precision surface finishing equipment manufacturer specializing in flat honing, lapping and polishing machines. Comparable as a precision finishing technology provider serving high-tolerance industrial applications.
• Nagele Werkzeugmaschinen: German manufacturer of honing machines and special-purpose metalworking equipment. Comparable as a European-based precision honing machine builder serving industrial and automotive customers with overlapping target applications.

Regional players

• AM-Eurotec: European distributor and service provider for precision machining and finishing equipment. Comparable as a regional channel partner in the precision machining ecosystem, though not a direct machine builder.

Others

• Guhring: Global manufacturer of precision cutting tools including drills and reamers used in small bore machining. Comparable as an adjacent tooling supplier whose products complement Microcut's honing process in the same small-bore workflow.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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