FMD Carbide is a specialized manufacturer with over 60 years of experience in sintering hard metal for tools and machine spare parts. Since the early 1990s, the company has focused on producing custom hard metal products for cutting, forming, and wear applications.
The company's manufacturing process is centered on creating bespoke hard metal parts according to customer specifications, serving various industrial sectors. Their production methodology involves machining green blanks as close as possible to the final shape before sintering, which minimizes subsequent grinding times.
FMD Carbide has established a strong international presence, with products distributed in over 15 countries, primarily in Europe and South America. Their commitment to quality is evidenced by their ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, as well as their EKOSCAN Environmental certification.
The company serves multiple sectors including:
- Wood industry: Providing plates, mechanical fixing plates, prismatic rods, and discs for blades and saws
- Mining and public works: Manufacturing drill bits, buttons, bush hammers, and crusher plates
- Spring manufacturing: Producing wire guides, cutting plates, and feeding rolls
- Precision die casting: Creating inserts, dies, and EDM blocks
- Ceramics: Developing rulers, blocks, and specialized molds
- Agriculture: Manufacturing reinforced tills and ploughs
- Forestry: Producing hammer carbide tips for mulchers
- Railroad: Designing tamping tools
- Industrial applications: Creating wear-resistant solutions for decanters, foundry equipment, and tube drawing
Their technical capabilities include CNC milling for complex geometries, grinding services, and the ability to work with three-dimensional solid files. The company maintains a strong focus on ethical integrity and confidentiality in customer relationships, enabling collaborative development of innovative projects.