Blaser Swisslube, Inc, a global specialist in high-performance metalworking fluids, has entered into a strategic partnership with NIDEC MACHINE TOOL AMERICA, a provider of advanced machine tool solutions. The collaboration aims to help manufacturers improve productivity, precision, and process stability by delivering integrated, application-focused solutions for the shop floor.
The partnership brings together Blaser Swisslube’s “Liquid Tool” philosophy—which treats metalworking fluid as a critical performance driver—with NIDEC MACHINE TOOL AMERICA’s expertise in gear manufacturing and precision machining technologies. By aligning machine capability, tooling, and fluid performance, customers will benefit from a more holistic approach to process optimization.
Under the collaboration, manufacturers will have access to joint process assessments that fine-tune the interaction between machines, tools, and fluids; application-specific fluid recommendations supported by on-site expertise; and data-backed trials designed to enhance cycle times, extend tool life, and improve surface finish quality.
Carsten Witthuser, Head of Americas at Blaser Swisslube, said the partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering measurable value through performance-driven fluids and technical expertise, ensuring consistent results in real-world machining environments.
Scott Knoy, Vice President of Sales at NIDEC MACHINE TOOL AMERICA, added that aligning with Blaser Swisslube strengthens overall process reliability for customers by improving consistency, surface quality, and manufacturing efficiency while lowering total production costs.
As the collaboration progresses, both companies plan to jointly develop initiatives that further enhance outcomes across a broad range of machining and manufacturing applications, reinforcing their shared focus on precision, uptime, and long-term customer success. Founded in 1936, Blaser Swisslube has built a legacy around high-performance lubricant solutions that deliver clear operational benefits while remaining safe for both people and the environment. This family-run Swiss enterprise designs, manufactures, and markets a broad portfolio of metalworking fluids serving diverse industrial applications. Backed by skilled application specialists, tailored service offerings, and consistently reliable products, Blaser Swisslube enables manufacturers to unlock the full capability of their machines and tooling—positioning metalworking fluids as a critical driver of productivity and quality.
NIDEC MACHINE TOOL AMERICA supports advanced manufacturing with state-of-the-art gear production equipment, deep technical know-how, and comprehensive lifecycle support. With integrated sales, service, and spare parts teams, the company provides complete solutions across gear cutting and finishing, broaching, boring and milling, grinding, additive manufacturing systems, as well as a full range of cutting tools and tooling solutions.
