GWS TOOL GROUP BLOG

GWS Tool Group Announces Application Specialist Michael Osipowicz

March 7th, 2022 – Michael Osipowicz has filled the position of Application Specialist at GWS Tool Group. In this role, Michael will be responsible for supporting GWS distributors and key metalworking customers in the application of GWS high-performance cutting tool solutions. Michael has almost a decade of experience in industrial manufacturing and holds a Bachelor’s degree […]


Employee Spotlight: Brad Walma

Meet Brad Walma, our Second Shift Leader at our GWS-MI facility in Grand Rapids, MI. Brad has been working at this location since 2013. He first heard about our Michigan facility from a friend of his who told him the shop was spotless and a great place to work, so he knew he had to […]


GWS Tool Group Announces North American Quality Engineer Leanne Smith

January 4, 2022 – Leanne Smith has filled a position of North American Quality Engineer at GWS Tool Group. Leanne will be working out of our Arden, NC facility. In this role, she will be working to support and manage all GWS sites’ ISO Certifications and regulatory requirements. She will be supporting the management of […]


GWS Tool Group Announces Acquisition of Carbide Tools Mfg. Inc.

The acquisition of Carbide Tools Mfg. Inc (CTMI) further strengthens GWS capability and capacity in the arena of custom carbide round tooling. From porting tools and reamers to complex form tools and custom end mills, CTMI’s customer-driven mission marries perfectly with that of GWS.  Tavares, FL December 21, 2021 – GWS Tool Group is pleased […]


Employee Spotlight: Dollin Islam

Meet Dollin Islam, our Logistics and Quality Supervisor at our GWS-Edmonton facility in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Dollin or “Dolly” as she is known to her coworkers, has been working at this location for over fifteen years. She started as a general labor associate and has quickly risen due to her attention to detail and willingness […]


GWS Tool Group Signs Agreement To Be Acquired By Walter

Tavares, FL November 22, 2021 – GWS Tool Group has signed an agreement to be acquired by Walter, a leading global metalworking manufacturer with a core emphasis on providing specialized machining solutions to its customers. GWS has a strong focus on the aerospace industry and provides a complementary product portfolio. This is a strategic opportunity […]


Employee Spotlight: Norberto Pablo-Quinones

Meet Norberto Pablo-Quinones, our Production Manager at our GWS-CA facility in Vista, California. Norberto has been working at this location for over ten years, when he left the Marine Corps to pursue a career in manufacturing. His military background helps him keep the many tool orders on schedule at his facility, utilizing his mastery of […]


Employee Spotlight: Erin Hogan

Meet Erin Hogan, our Office Manager at our GWS-MI facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Erin has been working at this location since 2016, making sure both customers and coworkers alike are greeted with a warm smile. In addition to offering exceptional customer service when processing orders, her accounting skills and ability to help out in […]


GWS Tool Group Releases New Hurrimill™ AT4 All-Terrain End Mill

Introducing the new Hurrimill™ AT4 all-terrain end mill, a 4-flute high performance solid carbide end mill for ferrous and non-ferrous applications. This innovative new end mill is engineered for dynamic milling or conventional roughing, including slotting up to 2xD. Special radial end gashing enables drilling, steep ramping, and aggressive helical entry. The variable helix design […]


Employee Spotlight: Lori Sturdevant

Meet Lori Sturdevant, our Lead Tool Design and Technical Service Associate at our GWS-Beloit facility in Illinois. Lori has been working at this location for 35 years, where she uses her vast experience with technical quotes, design and overall tap knowledge to help her customers every day. Designing Threads and Loving It Since 1986, Lori […]