Ceratizit's Hard Material Solutions division continued its expansion into the North American market by showcasing the company's latest carbide wear parts at the recently completed 2024 International Woodworking Fair (IWF).

In August, Ceratizit debuted its PCUT22 carbide grade developed specifically for higher performance and longer blade life when sawing metal. Also, new to IWF attendees, was the company's upGRADE, an innovation in the circularity of carbide materials. Products in Ceratizit's upGRADE line offer maximum performance and are developed from 99% recycled carbide, the company said.

In addition, Ceratizit showcased the company's blanks, indexable knives, rods, strips, saw tips and strobe blanks to woodworking professionals and enthusiasts attending IWF.

"North American woodworkers can benefit from our high-quality standards and ownership of the carbide supply chain," said Wolfgang Werder, Vice President, USA/NAFTA, Hard Materials Solutions. "With a renewed energy in the US, we have a growing sales organization and modern logistic concepts, so that we are able to be geographically close to North American customers and guarantee fast delivery."

For over 100 years, Ceratizit, which is part of the Plansee Group, has been a pioneer in developing exceptional hard material solutions for machining and wear protection. The private company, with registered offices in Mamer, Luxembourg, develops and produces highly specialized cutting tools, indexable inserts, rods made from hard materials and wear parts. Ceratizit is the global market leader in various application segments and successfully develops new carbide and cermet grades, such as for wood and stone working.

With more than 7,000 employees at more than 30 production facilities and a sales network with over 50 branches, Ceratizit is a global player in the carbide industry. The company's international network includes subsidiary Stadler Metalle and joint venture CB-Ceratizit.

The technology leader is continually investing in research and development and holds more than 1,000 patents. Innovative hard material solutions from Ceratizit are used in various sectors, including mechanical engineering and toolmaking, in the automotive and aerospace industries and in the oil, gas and medical industries