Alignment Tool (ATS), a renowned leader in precision combination and special tooling with over 35 years of industry expertise, is set to make its highly anticipated debut at Metalex Expo 2025 in Bangkok. This event marks a significant milestone for ATS as it participates for the first time at Metalex as part of the CTC Group, a global precision tooling powerhouse that blends Singapore’s rich engineering heritage with advanced manufacturing and coating capabilities spanning Singapore, Germany, and India.
Founded in 1986, ATS has built a reputation for delivering high-performance tooling solutions that cater to some of the most demanding industries worldwide. Over the decades, the company has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, specialising in combination and special tooling that enhances machining precision and efficiency. The recent integration of ATS into the CTC Group represents a strategic partnership designed to leverage complementary strengths and create a vertically integrated tooling ecosystem that spans design, manufacturing, and advanced coating technologies.
Strategic Partnership with CTC Group
The CTC Group, with its extensive global footprint, operates with a team of over 600 specialists and more than 250 Swiss grinding machines, collectively producing over 20 million tools annually. This integration allows ATS to tap into a broader range of resources, expertise, and technological advancements, positioning the group as a leader in delivering customised tooling solutions across key sectors such as Aerospace, Automotive, Semiconductor, and 3C (Computer, hard disk drive [HDD], Communication, and Consumer Electronics).
The vision behind this acquisition was to combine ATS’s specialised application engineering capabilities with CTC Group’s advanced tool manufacturing and coating expertise. This collaboration aims to accelerate innovation cycles, provide stronger global customer support, and develop deeper, industry-specific solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern manufacturing. By creating a seamless connection between design innovation, high-precision manufacturing, and advanced coating technologies, the Group ensures complete control and consistency across every stage of the production process.
Advanced Technologies and Tooling Solutions on Display at Metalex
Metalex 2025 provides an ideal platform for ATS and the CTC Group to showcase their united capabilities. The companies will present a comprehensive portfolio of tooling solutions, including standard, custom, and combination tools tailored for a wide range of applications. These include Aerospace, Automotive, Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD) Tools, Electronics, Fixture-Die & Mould, and Burr Tools. The exhibition will highlight how these solutions are designed to reduce cycle times, enhance machining precision, and empower next-generation manufacturing processes across Asia.
Visitors to the ATS booth can expect an immersive experience that demonstrates the synergy of design innovation and precision manufacturing. The booth will feature advanced technologies such as Superior Surface Processing (SSP), Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Coating, and a rapid design-to-delivery workflow that translates into practical, high-performance tools for complex machining applications. Live samples and detailed case studies will illustrate measurable performance advantages, showcasing how the Group’s engineering precision drives productivity and supports the evolving manufacturing needs of its customers.
Commitment to Local Partnerships and Regional Growth
The participation at Metalex also reflects the Group’s commitment to fostering local partnerships and accelerating technology transfer within the region. This is particularly important given the rapid expansion of the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing sectors in Asia. Many of ATS’s customers have maintained long-standing relationships spanning over three decades, a symbol of the trust and performance that define the company’s approach to customer service and product excellence. Through this exhibition, ATS and CTC Group aim to deepen these partnerships and build new collaborations that support the dynamic demands of modern manufacturing.
Vishal Agarwalla, Director of CTC Group, emphasised the strategic importance of this collaboration and the Metalex participation: “Our partnership with Alignment Tool marks a significant step toward building a truly global precision ecosystem. At Metalex, we’re showcasing what happens when technology, agility, and collaboration meet tools that are not just engineered but intelligently designed to match the future of manufacturing. The synergy between ATS, CTC India, CTC Praezision, and Kemmer Präzision allows us to deliver faster, smarter, and more reliable tooling solutions for every complex machining challenge.”
By combining the strengths of multiple specialised entities within the group, ATS and CTC are positioned to offer end-to-end solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
The Metalex Expo 2025 will also serve as a showcase for the group’s commitment to sustainability and advanced manufacturing practices. With increasing global emphasis on environmentally responsible production, the tooling solutions presented by ATS and CTC incorporate technologies that optimise material usage, reduce waste, and improve energy efficiency during machining processes. These innovations not only benefit manufacturers by lowering operational costs but also contribute to broader sustainability goals within the industrial sector.
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