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Greenleaf Acquires Ceramic Cutting Tools Manufacturer

The acquisition of Haydale Ceramic Technologies increases Greenleaf’s capacity for producing precision-ground tools for customers across aerospace, automotive, energy and other high-performance industries.

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Greenleaf Corp. announces its acquisition of key assets from . This acquisition enhances Greenleaf’s position as a vertically integrated supplier of whisker-reinforced ceramic cutting tools. The company says it also solidifies its commitment to reliable supply, technical excellence and continuous innovation.

Greenleaf provides in-house production of silicon carbide whiskers and composite ceramics that are designed for demanding machining applications. This acquisition is said to underscore Greenleaf’s dedication to securing the supply chain for these critical materials, providing consistent product availability for customers worldwide.

“Our investment reaffirms our commitment to American manufacturing and to the long-term reliability of advanced tooling materials,” says James Greenleaf, president and CEO of Greenleaf Corp. “Greenleaf’s vertical integration — from raw materials through finished tools — gives our customers a dependable, high-quality alternative in the global cutting tool market.”

The acquisition also aligns with Greenleaf’s recent capital investment in expanded manufacturing operations. This investment increases the company’s capacity for producing precision-ground tools that meet the exacting standards of its customers across aerospace, automotive, energy and other high-performance industries.

Greenleaf says it remains focused on delivering tools that drive sustainable productivity for its global customer base.

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