Following Hardinge Inc.’s acquisition in 2013, Forkardt and Hardinge Workholding have operated under unified ownership for over a decade. Recognized individually for their robust, high-quality workholding solutions, both companies are now poised to forge a cohesive identity under the brand name Forkardt Hardinge. This strategic merger aims to consolidate over 230 years of combined workholding expertise, catering to a diverse array of industries across North America and Asia.
“Starting immediately, the brand Forkardt Hardinge will harmonize the extensive workholding legacies of Forkardt and Hardinge Workholding,” announced Ryan Ervin, President of Forkardt Hardinge.
“Starting immediately, the brand Forkardt Hardinge will harmonize the extensive workholding legacies of Forkardt and Hardinge Workholding,” announced Ryan Ervin, President of Forkardt Hardinge. “With one of the most comprehensive product offerings in the industry, this unified brand eliminates previous market complexities, offering clarity and depth to both existing and new customers.”
Forkardt Hardinge boasts a formidable portfolio of over 200,000 SKUs, spanning essential categories such as Lathe Collets, Swiss Collets & Guide Bushings, Power Chucks, Manual Workholding Solutions, Rotary Tables, Fixtures, Quick Change Systems, Custom Engineered Solutions, and Workholding Accessories.
“This rebranding initiative underscores our commitment to excellence, precision, and innovation,” remarked Brent Sharkey, Forkardt Hardinge’s Marketing Manager. “As we roll out our new identity across America and Asia, followed by Europe, we are eager to showcase our unparalleled American-made workholding solutions through updated websites, enhanced social media platforms, and targeted marketing campaigns.