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The Tooling Group: Advanced Tooling Solutions from PF Markey & Cline Tool
Unlock Productivity. Reduce Costs. Rely on Expertise.
Welcome to the Tooling Group-your single source for comprehensive tooling solutions, combining the strengths of PF Markey and Cline Tool. Our unified team delivers unmatched expertise, advanced engineering, and data-driven supply management to help manufacturers in automotive, medical, and industrial sectors solve their toughest tooling challenges.
Why Choose AFC’s Tooling Group?
- End-to-End Tooling Solutions:
From custom tool design and manufacturing to full-line distribution and integrated inventory management, we deliver everything you need to keep your operations running efficiently. - Data-Driven Cost Savings:
We leverage real-time and historical data to drive down your cost per part, maximize productivity, and deliver measurable, year-over-year savings. - Industry-Leading Engineering & Support:
Our in-house engineers and technical experts provide on-site support, process analysis, and continuous improvement-ensuring your tooling is optimized for quality and performance. - Reliability & Trust:
We earn your trust through transparent partnerships, proven results, and a relentless focus on keeping your lines running and your costs under control.
Our Combined Capabilities
Custom Tooling & Engineering- Custom tool design & manufacturing (solid carbide, carbide-tipped, indexable tools)
- On-site support and process improvement
- Tool reconditioning and repair programs
- Performance guarantee on every tool
- Full-line industrial distributor: cutting tools, abrasives, coolants, MRO, safety, and more
- Integrated supply programs and scalable vending solutions (including AutoCrib)
- Lean inventory management and documented cost savings
- Workholding, fixtures, and metrology
- Coolant evaluation and shop floor analysis
- Project management for new machine/tooling launches
- Advanced analytics for tooling usage, spend, and performance
- Real-time reporting to support smarter purchasing and process decisions
Who We Serve
Our solutions power leading manufacturers in:- Automotive (Tier 1 & 2, EV, precision machining)
- Medical Devices
- Industrial & Heavy Equipment
- Tool & Die, General Manufacturing
Solving Your Biggest Pain Points
- Eliminate Downtime:
Never shut down for lack of tooling-our inventory management and proactive support keep you running. - Control Costs:
Reduce cost per part, avoid overstock, and maximize tool life with data-backed decisions. - Simplify Vendor Management:
One partner, one invoice, total accountability-no more juggling multiple suppliers. - Accelerate Improvement:
Continuous engineering support and shop floor analysis drive ongoing process gains.
Get Started
Ready to experience the Tooling Group advantage?
Contact us today for a free tooling analysis or to discuss how our team can help you achieve your productivity and cost goals.
AFC Tooling Group of Companies
AFC Industrial supplies more than just c-parts. Our Tooling Group, comprising two companies, provides custom cutting tools, abrasives, coolants, and diamonds. In addition to products, our Tooling Group provides engineering services, tool reconditioning, and complete project management.
Cline Tool
Cline Tool was founded in 1948 and acquired by AFC Industries in 2021. Their 360° Total Solution provides everything you need from one source. With nearly 80 years in the cutting tools industry, Cline Tool are reliable experts in their field, bringing value to the products they supply. Learn more and download the Cline Tool brochure here.
PF Markey
Acquired by AFC in 2023, PF Markey has been serving customers since 1977. Specializing in cutting tools and cost savings, PF Markey serves a variety of industries including aerospace, medical, automotive, tool and die, oil and gas, and plastics. Learn more and download the PF Markey line card here.
