Hutchison Tool Sales

What Hutchison Tool Sales does

Hutchison Tool Sales Co. is a privately held, niche industrial manufacturer and distributor founded in 1964 and headquartered in Bensenville, Illinois. The company designs and builds proprietary in-die tapping heads (Models 3000, 3100, 6000, 6100), servo-controlled in-die tapping heads (HTS6800, HTS6900) driven by Mitsubishi servo motors with variable RPM control, electric and pneumatic tapping arms, and an in-die fastener automation system with end-to-end process monitoring and VPN-based remote service. It also acts as the U.S. channel for Japanese manufacturer Sugino, distributing Selfeeder component drilling units, Synchro Tappers, multi-spindle heads, and the Superoll roller burnishing line to metal stamping customers.

The company sells direct to metalworking manufacturers, primarily stamping and metal forming operations that integrate tapping, drilling, and fastener installation into die-press automation. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of in-die tapping heads, drilling and tapping machines, replacement parts, and the in-die fastener automation system, supplemented by engineering and technical support. Hutchison differentiates through rapid quoting (10-minute standard, 24-hour specialty), a large parts inventory, CAD file downloads, an online tapping calculator, video content, and a monthly TAPPING TIDBITS technical bulletin.

Operationally, Hutchison is a small team (1-10 employees) led by Tom Hutchison in sales and application support, with four additional named staff covering design, manufacturing, finance, and customer support. The firm holds no disclosed outside investment, has no parent organization, and operates solely within the United States through phone, email, and website channels. A twice-yearly Tapping 101 training class held in Mansfield, OH formalizes customer education as part of its go-to-market approach.

Name

Hutchison Tool Sales

Legal name

Hutchison Tool Sales Co.

Website

https://hutchisontool.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hutchison Tool Sales Co. is a privately held Bensenville, IL manufacturer of proprietary in-die tapping heads, servo-controlled tapping systems, and in-die fastener automation equipment, also serving as the U.S. distributor of Japanese Sugino drilling and burnishing products for metal stamping manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Metalworking Machinery & Tooling

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Cutting Tools, Tooling & Workholding (Cutters, Inserts, Chucks, Fixtures) (IMAHADAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Grinding, Honing & Superfinishing Equipment (IMAHADAE)

Keywords

• In-die tapping heads
• Metalworking drilling equipment
• Tapping arms
• Roller burnishing tools
• Fastener automation systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Bensenville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tapping and Drilling Equipment Sales: Direct sales of in-die tapping heads, drilling and tapping machines, tapping arms, and related equipment to metalworking manufacturers. Equipment includes standard units, specialty configurations, and custom solutions.
2. Replacement Parts and Accessories: Sales of replacement parts, tap sensors, lead screw extractors, and other accessories for the company's tapping systems. Maintains large standard parts inventory for rapid customer support.
3. Engineering and Technical Support Services: Engineering support services including die design consultation, tap selection assistance, and factory repair services. Technical support provided throughout the customer relationship lifecycle.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hutchison Tool Sales manufactures and supplies in-die tapping heads, drilling and tapping machines, and fastener automation solutions for metalworking manufacturers. The company designs standard, follow-along, servo-controlled, and specialty in-die tapping units (Models 3000, 3100, 6000, 6100, 6300, 6400, 6500, HTS6800, HTS6900), tapping arms (electric and pneumatic), secondary tapping machines, and also distributes Sugino Selfeeder component drilling/tapping units, multi-spindle heads, and Superoll roller burnishing tools.

Product overview

Hutchison Tool Sales is a manufacturer and distributor of metalworking tapping and drilling solutions. The core products are In-Die Tapping Heads (standard, follow-along, and servo-controlled Models 3000/3100/6000/6100/6800/6900), Specialty In-Die Tapping Units, Pneumatic and Electric Tapping Arms (Series 200-500, u-Tap, Mosquito, Dragon, TIGER, SHARK), Speedycut secondary tapping machines, and In-Die Fastener Automation systems. As a Sugino distributor, the company also offers Selfeeder Component Drilling and Tapping Units, Multi-Spindle Drilling and Tapping Heads, and Roller Burnishing Tools (Superoll series). The product line spans from small-format in-die tapping for stamped parts to large-scale automated drilling/tapping cells for manufacturing automation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HTS: Used as product model prefix for In-Die Tapping Units (e.g., HTS3000, HTS6000, HTS6500, HTS6800, HTS6900)
• Superoll
• Selfeeder
• Synchro Tapper
• Speedycut
• Bearingizer

Products and services

• In-Die Tapping Units (Models 3000, 6000) Single and multi-spindle in-die tapping units for strip lift under 1/8 inch. Model 3000 handles #2-56 to 1/4-20 taps at up to 250 SPM; Model 6000 handles #6-32 to 1/2-20 taps with press strokes up to 20 inches. Designed for metalworking manufacturers integrating tapping into stamping dies.
• Follow Along In-Die Tapping Heads (Models 3100, 6100) Self-contained follow-along units for strip lift over 1/8 inch that increase production speeds 30-60% versus standard units. Model 3100 handles #2-56 to 1/4-20 taps; Model 6100 handles #6-32 to 1/2-20 taps. For metal stamping operations needing high-speed tapping.
• Servo In-Die Tapping Heads (HTS6800, HTS6900) Servo-driven tapping heads with Mitsubishi motors and controls featuring process monitoring of tap torque, variable RPM control, and closed-loop integration with the press. Up to 4 drives per control panel. For metalworking manufacturers requiring precision and process data.
• Specialty In-Die Tapping Units (Models 6300, 6400/3400, 6500) Specialized tapping units including Model 6300 horizontal, Model 6400/3400 bottom-up, and Model 6500 stripper-mounted configurations for specific application requirements in stamping dies.
• Speedycut Tapping Machines Secondary tapping machines for post-stamping operations on metal parts. Used by metalworking manufacturers for off-press tapping.
• Selfeeder Component Drilling Units Air/electric, servo-driven mechanical feed, and pneumatic drilling units including ES Series (ES2-U through ES7-U), GSA/GSB/GSC, Varimec SSV Series, and Mechatric SSM/MS Series. Distributed Sugino products for automated drilling in manufacturing cells.
• Selfeeder Component Tapping Units (Synchro Tappers) Synchronized tapping units including STB H/L 108U, ST-1, ST-2, ST-3U, ST-4, STC-P, and STE-522 for automated tapping operations. Distributed Sugino products for manufacturing automation.
• Multi-Spindle Drilling and Tapping Heads Drill heads and tapper heads available in collet chuck style (adjustable and fixed spindle), ASA quick-change, and catch-clip configurations. Distributed Sugino products for manufacturing automation.
• Roller Burnishing Tools (Superoll Series) Complete line of roller burnishing tools including ID/OD processing, diamond tools, flat surface processing, single roll tools, mechanical tools (Superoll MAC, ME Series, Bearingizer BG, Skiving), FD semi-conductor tools, Superoll Mugen, and Superoll Oil lubricant. Distributed Sugino products.
• Electric Tapping Arms (Mosquito, Dragon, TIGER, SHARK) Electric tapping arms with heavy-duty cast aluminum construction. Mosquito handles 0-9/16 inch taps; Dragon handles up to 7/8 inch taps with 88 inch reach; TIGER handles up to 7/8 inch taps; SHARK handles up to 1-3/8 inch taps. For shop-floor secondary tapping.
• Pneumatic Tapping Arms (Series 200, 400, 500, u-Tap) Portable pneumatic tapping arms with counterbalanced articulated arms, interchangeable RPM modules, and Blitz-style quick-change tap adapters. u-Tap model features vertical/horizontal tapping with air motor. For portable shop-floor tapping operations.
• In-Die Fastener Automation System In-die fastener setting system for transfer and progressive dies with full process monitoring of every fastener, lock-out system with box label scanning, distribution hub for multiple heads, end-to-end traceability, and speeds up to 60 strokes per minute. Features embedded Harting connection and VPN remote service capability.
• In-Die Tapping System Replacement Parts & Accessories Replacement parts for Models 3000, 3100, 6000, 6100 including tap sensors, lead screw extractors, and other accessories. Maintains large standard parts inventory for rapid customer support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Press speeds up to 250 SPM on standard in-die tapping units
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Walter Tools (Walter USA): Walter manufactures taps, drills, and threading tools for industrial metalworking, including tapping solutions for high-volume production. Direct overlap on tapping products for the same manufacturing customer segment.
• Tungaloy: Tungaloy produces cutting tools, taps, and metalworking tooling for industrial manufacturers. Comparable on product offering (taps, drills) and customer segment (metalworking / stamping).
• Sugino Corp: Sugino manufactures the drilling, tapping, and roller-burnishing product lines that Hutchison distributes in North America, and is itself a maker of in-die and automated tapping heads. Comparable on product offering, target customer (metal stamping/automation), and category technology.
• OSG USA: OSG manufactures taps, thread mills, and drilling tools widely used in metal stamping and machining operations. Comparable product overlap in taps and drilling consumables sold to the same metalworking manufacturer customer base.
• Bilz (by Röhm): Bilz, now part of Röhm, specializes in tapping chucks, tapping technology, and quick-change systems for tapping and drilling. Direct overlap on tapping holders and quick-change technology sold to metalworking manufacturers.
• Emuge-Franken: Emuge-Franken manufactures taps, tap holders, and tapping technology for metalworking manufacturers, including automated tapping solutions. Direct overlap with Hutchison's tapping heads and tapping arms product lines.
• Guhring: Guhring is a manufacturer of rotary cutting tools including taps and drills, serving metalworking manufacturers in stamping and machining. Overlaps on tapping product categories and end customer.

Broad incumbents

• Misumi: Misumi is a large industrial catalog distributor and manufacturer of factory automation components, workholding, and custom metal parts. Overlaps with Hutchison as a channel to metalworking manufacturers for jigs, fixtures, and drilling/tapping components.
• Kennametal: Kennametal is a large industrial tooling manufacturer offering taps, drills, and metal cutting tools across many end markets. Overlaps with Hutchison on taps and metalworking tooling, but operates as a broad incumbent rather than a niche in-die specialist.

Emerging players

• BIG KAISER: BIG KAISER manufactures precision tooling and workholding including tapping and drilling holders used in automated cells. Comparable on automated drilling/tapping for metalworking, with overlap in the automation-product segment Hutchison serves via Sugino.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HutchisonTool
• Facebookfacebook.com/hutchisontool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hutchison-tool-sales

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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