Platinum Tooling Brings Hommel + Keller’s QUICK Knurling and Marking Solutions to North American Manufacturers!

Platinum Tooling has expanded its precision tooling portfolio by becoming the exclusive North American importer of QUICK knurling and marking tools from German manufacturer Hommel + Keller. The move strengthens Platinum Tooling’s position as a leading supplier of advanced machining solutions while providing manufacturers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico with access to high-performance tooling technologies designed for precision surface finishing and permanent component marking.

Headquartered in Prospect Heights, Illinois, Platinum Tooling is widely recognized for its portfolio of live tools, angle heads, Swiss-type tooling, marking systems, and multi-spindle machining solutions. The addition of the QUICK product range further enhances the company’s ability to serve industries that demand exceptional precision, consistency, and surface quality, including aerospace, medical, automotive, dental, and industrial manufacturing sectors.

The announcement was made by Platinum Tooling President Preben Hansen, who highlighted the strategic importance of bringing Hommel + Keller’s renowned technologies to the North American market. The partnership provides manufacturers with access to proven European engineering solutions that have earned a strong reputation for reliability, durability, and performance in demanding production environments.

Hommel + Keller has long been recognized as a specialist in knurling and marking technologies, with products engineered to deliver high levels of precision, stability, and operational consistency. The company’s QUICK product family is designed to meet the increasingly stringent quality requirements of modern manufacturing while offering flexibility for both standard and highly customized applications.

One of the key product categories within the QUICK portfolio is precision knurling technology. The range includes solutions for both form knurling and cut knurling operations, allowing manufacturers to produce highly accurate surface patterns, grip features, and decorative finishes on a wide variety of components. These tools are engineered to maintain dimensional accuracy while delivering consistent surface quality, even in challenging machining environments.

The knurling systems are designed to support a broad range of workpiece diameters and manufacturing requirements. Notably, the tooling can accommodate extremely small components, making it particularly suitable for Swiss-type machining operations. Applications can begin with diameters as small as 1.5 millimeters, enabling manufacturers to produce intricate precision features on miniature components commonly used in medical devices, dental instruments, watches, and precision mechanical assemblies.

As industries increasingly demand tighter tolerances and superior surface finishes, the ability to achieve repeatable knurling results on small and complex components has become a significant competitive advantage. The QUICK knurling range addresses these requirements by combining robust tool design with precise machining performance.

In addition to knurling solutions, Hommel + Keller’s QUICK portfolio includes advanced marking tools that enable manufacturers to permanently identify components quickly and efficiently. These marking systems are designed to create durable and highly legible markings on a variety of materials, surfaces, and geometries, supporting traceability, branding, quality control, and regulatory compliance requirements.

The marking tools feature interchangeable marking segments that allow users to easily customize text, serial numbers, identification codes, and other information. Manufacturers can also incorporate company logos, product branding, and custom symbols into the marking process, providing flexibility across a wide range of production applications. The availability of multiple tool diameters further expands the system’s versatility, allowing it to accommodate different component sizes and manufacturing environments.

The importance of permanent marking continues to grow as manufacturers face increasing demands for product traceability and quality assurance. Industries such as aerospace, medical technology, and automotive manufacturing often require components to carry identification marks that remain visible throughout the product lifecycle. QUICK marking tools provide a reliable solution for meeting these requirements while maintaining production efficiency.

The combined knurling and marking capabilities make the QUICK product family suitable for a diverse range of precision manufacturing applications. Industries producing medical and dental instruments, luxury watches, fishing equipment, windshield wiper shafts, fitness equipment, screwdriver bits, fittings, connectors, welding tools, and cutting equipment can all benefit from the technology’s ability to deliver precise, repeatable results.

In many of these sectors, product quality depends heavily on surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and reliable identification marking. The ability to perform these operations efficiently and consistently can directly impact product performance, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing profitability.

The introduction of QUICK tooling to North America comes at a time when manufacturers are increasingly focused on improving production efficiency while maintaining high quality standards. Precision tooling solutions that reduce setup times, improve repeatability, and support complex machining operations are becoming essential as companies seek to remain competitive in global markets.

For Swiss-type machine users and manufacturers producing small, high-precision components, the new product offering provides access to specialized technologies capable of addressing some of the industry’s most challenging applications. The combination of precision engineering, customization flexibility, and long-term durability positions the QUICK range as a valuable addition to advanced machining operations.

By adding Hommel + Keller’s QUICK knurling and marking systems to its portfolio, Platinum Tooling continues its strategy of bringing world-class manufacturing technologies to North American customers. The partnership not only expands the company’s product offering but also provides manufacturers with access to proven solutions that support productivity, precision, and product quality across a wide range of industries.

As demand for advanced machining and finishing technologies continues to grow, Platinum Tooling’s partnership with Hommel + Keller is expected to create new opportunities for manufacturers seeking innovative solutions that enhance performance while meeting increasingly demanding production requirements.