Every triumph in art, architecture and industry is shaped by man's ability to work raw materials into new forms. The skill of the artisan is, in part, dependent on the performance of his tools. In woodworking, this has translated into strong and lasting bonds between the craftsman and his toolmaker.

Gladu Tools, Inc. was built on the vision of Jean Gladu, an innovator who continually expanded the horizons of an evolving woodworking market. Founded in 1969, Gladu Tools possesses unrivalled metallurgy, engineering and machining skills and knowledge, resulting in a reputation as the leading toolmaker for the woodworking, plastics and non-ferrous metal industries.