The Total Broach Manufacturer

American Broach & Machine Company was founded in Ann Arbor Michigan in 1919 by F.J. Lapointe who has been called the father of modern broaching. He held many of the basic patents that introduced the modern broaching techniques now used. The company was purchased by the Sundstrand Corporation of Rockford Illinois in 1937. The broaching tool division was purchased in 1961 by the present American Broach & Machine Company of Ann Arbor Michigan organization.

During its many years American Broach pioneered the development of numerous broaching applications in use today. American's completely modern plant facilities and unbroken tradition of experienced craftsmanship assures you of broaching tools of the highest quality. Each broach is guaranteed for accuracy of dimension finish and quality. American supplies a complete engineering service for the design of broaching tools and related equipment such as fixtures holders and pullers. The company also produces a full line of broaching machines and CNC tool sharpeners.