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Another major benefi t of Tool Tech’s workhold- It is always interesting to hear different perspectives on the future of the industry. EDM Today asked Bill and Rusty
ing investment is the speed at which the system what they saw in their “crystal ball.” Both said they continue to see steady investment in Ohio—an encouraging sign
can be reconfi gured to accommodate different for ongoing regional growth. They shared that Tool Tech has a game plan in place that has been working, and they
intend to stick with it. Going forward, they will remain alert to opportunities to invest in people, machinery, and
part setups. Rusty explained that much of their EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine
work involves very small batches—sometimes technology that bring value to both Tool Tech and its customers.
just a single part. The ability to quickly and easi-
ly adjust the tooling confi guration is a signifi cant Another key focus is market diversity. By maintaining a balanced portfolio across several sectors, they aim to hedge
advantage. For one-off batches, the concept of against downturns in any single market. Equally important is their commitment to their team. They believe that by
“fi rst part, good part” becomes critical. offering competitive wages, strong benefi ts, and excellent working conditions, they can attract and retain a highly
skilled and dedicated workforce.It will be interesting to watch Tool Tech’s progress in the years ahead. One thing is
clear—they have systems and business practices in place that work.
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About Tool Tech

Headquartered in Springfi eld, Ohio, Tool Tech, LLC has been providing industry-leading tool & die and stamping
services since 1985. The company takes great pride in its capabilities, which include designing, building, modifying,
and repairing high-quality metal stamping dies, tools, fi xtures, and machines. Tool Tech’s team of highly skilled

demanding clientele. A culture of pride and longevity among the staff continues to fuel the company’s legacy of
Very Large Plate Setup in MV4800S designers, programmers, and toolmakers is dedicated to meeting—and exceeding—the expectations of its
outstanding performance.
Before investing in Ram Precision tooling, it was not uncommon for
Tool Tech to build custom tooling just to hold a part. In some cases, About Ram Precision Tooling
more time was spent making the tooling than actually cutting the part. Based in Lancaster, New York, Ram Precision Tool Inc. brings over 45 years of experience in the EDM and tool & die
Today, thanks to the fl exibility of the Ram Precision system, they can industry, with a strong focus on the medical and aerospace sectors. The company is built on the belief that process
often eliminate the need for custom tooling altogether. In a sense, the control is the cornerstone of precision manufacturing—and that high-quality tooling and fi xturing are essential to
modular workholding system can be confi gured to function as custom achieving it. This commitment to continuous improvement led Ram Precision to develop its own proprietary fi xture
tooling. To illustrate the point, Rusty showed a tall part setup that was system—engineered to be both precise and reliable, and priced to be accessible for smaller EDM operations.
completed entirely using Ram Precision components. EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine
Ram Precision Tool Inc. is dedicated to helping EDM departments streamline their workfl ow, increase productivity,
Returning to the discussion on ROI, it became clear that quantifying and reduce stress on the shop fl oor. Whether providing their advanced fi xture system or custom-built
the return is complex. Is the value in the reduced setup time? The solutions, Ram Precision is focused on delivering results that save time and money.
improved accuracy? The fl exibility and speed of reconfi guration? Or is it
the customer satisfaction that comes from quick-turnaround projects?
In reality, all these elements work together to provide Tool Tech with a
competitive advantage—one that continues to drive their growth. RRAAMM PPRREECCIISSIIOONN TTOOOOLL IINNCC..

During the facility tour, it was evident that Tool Tech handles a wide Vise Inflation
variety of work. Bill confi rmed this, noting that while it can vary slightly Quality American Made
throughout the year, their typical workload breaks down as follows: Specials Fighting
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Tall Part Fixturing 30% automotive, 30% general industrial, 20% defense, 15% aerospace, fixturing needs for over 20 years. Sales
and the remaining 5% comprised of various specialty projects.
The facility is clean, bright, and well-organized. Equipment includes multiple CNC machining centers, large EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine EDM Today Magazine
horizontal milling machines, a CNC waterjet, and a wide assortment of traditional toolroom equipment.
It’s clear that Tool Tech has the capacity to handle a broad range of work. We want to take this opportunity to thank our valued customers for their loyalty.
Also we want to thank Joe and Betsy Ballek and the cr
Also we want to thank Joe and Betsy Ballek and the crew at EDM TODAY for
all they do in guidance and ingenuity for
all they do in guidance and ingenuity for the EDM world. Contact us the EDM world. Contact us
all they do in guidance and ingenuity for
all they do in guidance and ingenuity for the EDM world. Contact us
with your needs and let us show you how you can save on
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