Since Andrew Cant founded it in 1896, Lancaster Knives has remained a privately held, fifth-generation family business, now led by his descendant Scott Cant. Based in Lancaster, New York, the company is known as a domestic full-line manufacturer serving industrial users with machine knives and precision-finished machine parts.
York Saw & Knife Co., IncFounded in 1906, York Saw & Knife is a York, Pennsylvania manufacturer known for more than a century of American-made industrial blade craftsmanship. The company works from customer drawings or samples to produce custom machine knives for OEMs and manufacturers, including food-processing and packaging operations.YORK, PA
American Cutting EdgeFounded in 1965 by Charlie Biehn, American Cutting Edge manufactures industrial machine knives and precision-ground blades from its Southwest Ohio operation. Still family-owned and guided by the second generation, the former CB Manufacturing combines custom blade production with contract grinding, sharpening, and machining for demanding industrial applications. The company also manufactures and resharpens tungsten-carbide and ceramic razor blades in the United States.MIAMISBURG, OH
KutbestFamily-owned and operated since 1971, Kutbest manufactures and sharpens industrial machine knives for converting operations. Its ownership brings more than 100 years of combined machine-knife expertise, with capabilities spanning circular and perforated knives as well as a full-service rectangular knife division. Kutbest also reconditions anvil sleeves and supplies accessories for circular knife systems.MASON, OH
Hamilton Industrial Knife & MachineFounded in 1961, Hamilton Industrial Knife & Machine manufactures industrial machine knives and parts in Hamilton, Ohio, pairing new and custom blades with sharpening and related services. Its team draws on more than 55 years of experience to help customers define practical cutting solutions, including precision machining from customer drawings and sharpening on the same machines used to make its shear blades. The company serves customers across the United States and internationally.HAMILTON, OH