Loomis International Ltd
Used machinery and equipment
Company Overview and History
Loomis International, Ltd. originated from Tool Engineering, established in 1979 by Gehle Loomis. The company, initially a family-run enterprise, expanded significantly under the leadership of Gehle's son, Randy, and his daughters. By 2000, Tool Engineering was rebranded as Loomis International, Ltd. Further growth led to the formation of National Header Die (NHD) in 1998, focusing on header tooling, and Armor Coated Technology (ACT) in 2004, specializing in coatings. The group, now employing 60 people, relocated to a 176,200 sq./ft. facility on 32 acres in Byron, Illinois, in 2018.
Products and Services
Loomis International offers a comprehensive range of machinery, tooling, and related services to various industries. The company supplies new and used cold headers from manufacturers such as National, Nedschroef, Tanisaka, Sakamura, Nakashimada, and Asahi Okuma, alongside thread rolling machines from Waterbury and Videx. They also provide advanced cold forming solutions from National Machinery (FORMAX, LeanFX series) and Nakashimada Engineering Works (MH, MF, NS, NP, BT, BTX, MST series, and NB42 ball headers).
Through National Header Die (NHD), the company designs and manufactures precision tooling and machined components, including steel and carbide tooling, Reminc®/Taptite®, EJOT®, and MAThread® dies. NHD also produces Carbide/HSS Segmented Hex Tooling and Indented Pins. Armor Coated Technology (ACT) provides in-house PVD coatings (TiN, TiCN, TiALN, CrN, ZrN) to enhance tool life and performance. Additionally, Loomis International supplies wire processing equipment from Rockford Manufacturing Group (RMG and Lewis Machine), offering in-line wire drawers, mechanical descalers, straighteners, cutters, and recoilers. Process monitoring systems are available through IMPAX | SK Technologies, providing solutions for optimizing machine efficiency and preventing damage.
Core Competencies and Market Focus
Loomis International's core strength lies in its extensive industry expertise and commitment to customer support, offering solutions for machinery, tooling, and technical challenges. With a team possessing years of shop floor experience, the company aims to provide optimal solutions, including machine rebuilds and repairs. Their offerings cater to critical sectors such as the fastener, aerospace, medical, ammunition, and automotive industries, emphasizing precision, reliability, and cost-efficiency in manufacturing processes. The company's diverse portfolio and strategic partnerships position it as a supplier of advanced manufacturing technologies.
