Seco Tools, founded in 1934 and headquartered in Fagersta, Sweden, is a global leader in metal cutting solutions and industrial tooling systems. The company specializes in advanced carbide inserts, milling, turning, and holemaking technologies designed for high-precision manufacturing sectors. Its portfolio integrates CNC machining solutions, digital tooling platforms, and process optimization services to enhance productivity and cost efficiency. Seco differentiates itself through strong innovation in machining intelligence, sustainable manufacturing practices, and close customer collaboration. Operating in over 75 countries, it serves industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy, delivering scalable and high-performance industrial solutions worldwide.
Seco’s purpose is to make manufacturing fast, easy and sustainable, and in 2025, the company is launching a series of impactful initiatives to support customers in reducing their environmental footprint and fostering responsible business practices.
The new Seco LN4-11 Helical Milling Cutter provides up to three times longer tool life per edge and boosts productivity to achieve the lowest cost per part. The cutter ensures high material removal rates in applications requiring a helical milling cutter 32 – 63 mm in diameter.
Seco is taking bold steps toward a sustainable future, leveraging Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) to meet ambitious sustainability goals as well as supporting customers in making environmentally conscious decisions.
JETI tool holders by Seco Tools enhance profiling and pocketing with high-pressure coolant, eliminating hoses and boosting cutting speeds for faster cycles and better chip control.
Seco has launched an innovative web-based tool that provides customers with product-specific, instant, high-quality cutting data recommendations based on their machine information.
Seco has introduced two new chip splitter milling inserts, the Turbo cutters – available in five grades for both square shoulder and helical milling cutters – significantly reduce chatter, vibration and stress on manufacturing equipment.
Inspiration Through Innovation returns in 2024, marking a decade of breakthrough collaborations in aerospace and medical manufacturing. This year’s in-person event promises cutting-edge insights into overcoming shared challenges and propelling the next generation of innovation.
As of September 16, 2024, Dan Lundahl has assumed the role of Vice President Finance at Seco. He will also become a member of the Seco Management Group and report to Stefan Steenstrup, President of Seco.