Founded in Millersburg in 1881, Alvord-Polk makes standard and custom cutting tools, with a particular reputation for aircraft-quality reamers manufactured in the United States. The company has grown through acquisitions into a multi-facility operation that also includes aerospace fastener and specialty manufacturing, while its Alvord-Polk Tool division continues to build tools to national aerospace specifications. Its quality system was confirmed compliant with ISO 9001:2015 in 2024.
ISO 9001:2015