Exactaform Cutting Tools is proud to announce the acquisition of the trade and assets of PJ Tooling, an established name in the precision tooling industry. This acquisition not only strengthens Exactaform’s commitment to growth and expansion but also carries a sentimental value that ties back to our roots.
A Full Circle Moment for John Inglis
Our founder, John Inglis, started his career at PJ Tooling in his last job before starting Exactform. This experience laid the foundation for his future in the tooling industry and was instrumental in the formation of Exactaform. With this acquisition, John’s journey has come full circle, bringing PJ Tooling under the Exactaform umbrella and creating new opportunities.
“PJ Tooling gave me my start in the industry, so it’s a great privilege to be able to bring the business back into the fold and ensure its legacy continues. We’re excited to bring our expertise and resources to PJ’s operations and support its customers with the same high standards of service that we provide at Exactaform,” John commented.
A Strategic Acquisition with Local Roots
PJ Tooling’s location in Warwick is just a short drive from Exactaform’s headquarters in Coventry, making the transition smooth and efficient as we move operations under one roof at our Coventry facility. This local proximity enables us to seamlessly integrate machines and maintain continuity for PJ Tooling’s existing customers.
“We are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible for PJ Tooling’s customers. Our team has already reached out to those with existing requirements, and we are dedicated to completing these orders to the highest standard,” Jamie White, Managing Director of Exactaform.
By centralising operations at our HQ, we can leverage our state-of-the-art facilities and expert team to further enhance our ability to deliver on complex projects.
Expanding into Hydraulics
The acquisition of PJ Tooling presents exciting opportunities for Exactaform to strengthen our position in the hydraulic component industry, amongst others. While we already have some experience in this sector, there is a considerable amount of crossover between our existing capabilities and the specific requirements of manufacturing bespoke cutting tools for machining hydraulic components. With PJ Tooling’s established reputation and our state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, we are excited to expand our reach and deliver even greater value to customers who require high-precision tools for hydraulic applications.
Looking Forward
This acquisition is a testament to Exactaform’s growth as a company and a group. We’re excited to leverage these new capabilities and build on our strong foundation as we continue to expand our offerings and serve our customers even better. We believe in building on the legacy of the past while driving forward with innovation and excellence. The PJ Tooling acquisition not only reinforces our presence in the Midlands but also aligns with our long-term vision of being the number one provider for bespoke tooling solutions.
We’re thrilled to welcome PJ Tooling’s customers to the Exactaform family and look forward to a future filled with shared success.
If you’re a former PJ Tooling customer or have a new tooling requirement, please reach out to us via our contact form and we’ll be happy to assist you with your needs.
