Built Blue Since 1940

About Us

Engineering Precision Cutting Tools, Abrasives & Threading Systems for Overseas Industrial Supply

Corporate Mission

Delivering Industrial Quality & Uncompromising Performance

Since 1940, Century Drill & Tool has engineered professional-grade cutting accessories, threading systems, abrasives, and hand tools designed for heavy industrial environments. Our mission is to provide global B2B procurement managers, industrial distributors, and professional tradespeople with high-performance tooling solutions that complete demanding jobs accurately on the first pass.

Industrial Heritage

From New York Manufacturing To Global Supply Networks

Century Drill & Tool was established in New York City as the commercial arm of a high-precision industrial drill bit manufacturer. Designed to meet strict metallurgical tolerances and operational longevity, Built Blue products quickly earned a reputation for reliability across demanding shop floors and structural job sites.

Over eight decades of continuous engineering refinement have transformed Century Drill & Tool from a regional cutting tool manufacturer into a comprehensive B2B brand supplying over 3,000 active SKUs to hardware buying groups, automotive aftermarket suppliers, and industrial distributors worldwide.

Century Drill & Tool manufacturing heritage
1940Industrial Legacy
Evolution & Milestones

85+ Years Of Manufacturing Progress

Key technical breakthroughs, market expansion, and strategic acquisitions driving Century Drill & Tool forward.

1940

Brand Foundation

Century Drill & Tool is created in New York City as an industrial drill bit manufacturer dedicated to heavy-duty high-speed steel (HSS) tooling.

1949

Packaging Innovation

Pioneered retail packaging standards and individual product barcoding for cutting bits and threading tools, simplifying inventory management for distributors.

1985

Automotive Leadership

Expanded specialized product lines dedicated to automotive maintenance, heavy equipment repair, and fastener extraction tooling.

1995

Commercial Hardware Expansion

Expanded product catalogue by introducing over 3,000 contractor-grade tools and accessories for international industrial channels.

2009

Hand Tool Division

Launched 130 core industrial hand tools including aviation snips, precision American-pattern files, chisels, and screwdriving systems.

2021

Strategic Capital Alliance

Partnered with Onward Capital LLC to enhance manufacturing capacities, technological infrastructure, and international logistics.

2025

Manufacturing Acquisition

Acquired Everlast Saw of North America and Ridge Carbide Tool to fortify North American manufacturing of carbide saw blades and custom tooling lines.

Quality control testing of high speed steel drill bits
Engineering Rigor

Strict Quality Auditing & Metallurgical Consistency

Overseas procurement teams require documented quality metrics and consistent batch performance. Century Drill & Tool enforces thorough quality control across every production phase.

  • Premium Raw Material Specification: M2 High-Speed Steel, M35/M42 5% & 8% Cobalt alloys, and micro-grain tungsten carbide selected for high wear resistance.
  • Full Quality Inspection: 100% verification of Rockwell C hardness (HRC), flute concentricity tolerances, and dimensional accuracy prior to packaging.
  • B2B Fulfillment Ready: Standardized barcode integration, bulk palletization, index cases, and private-label packaging options engineered for global supply chains.
Leadership Commitment

Dedicated To B2B Distributor Growth

"At Century Drill & Tool, we are committed to delivering products that embody the quality, reliability, and craftsmanship global procurement officers depend on. Our focus is on continuously refining our cutting geometries and expanding B2B supply solutions so our distribution partners get their job done right — every single time."

Kurt Tachick

President & CEO, Century Drill & Tool
Global Supply Partnerships

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