Forster Tool and Manufacturing Company

Forster Tool and Manufacturing Company Founded in 1958 by Johann Forster, Forster Tool originally built its reputation as Swiss Screw Custo

orster Tool and Manufacturing was established in 1958 by Johann Forster as a Swiss Screw Machining Shop. Today, we have established ourselves as one of the industry leaders in Illinois as one of the best Swiss Screw Machining Shops. We have expanded our capabilities since then to include both horizontal turning and vertical milling, allowing us to not only machine screws, bolts, pins, and shafts,

but a variety of other parts like plates, bushings, valves, and much more! What sets Forster Tool apart from the rest of the competition is our drive to be customer focused. Since 1958 we have been family owned and operated, and we see the value in maintaining close relationships with our customers by always being available for their needs and wants. Forster Tool also takes a step forward in providing some of the best quality parts, and assurances. We maintain ISO 9001/2015 AS9100 rev D Certification, and are an ITAR registered company. Our tight quality standards and practices extend to all jobs that we take on, without additional costs you would find at larger manufacturers. With a friendly staff, top quality parts, and low costs, you can see why Forster Tool has become one of the go to shops in Illinois for custom manufactured parts. Take a step forward and visit our website to send us a free online quote, or call in to speak to one of our sales team members directly!

03/08/2019

Forster Tool, providing custom manufactured parts for over 50 years!

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announces plan to host the third Manufacturing Intelligence Leadership Summit in Las ...
02/27/2019

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announces plan to host the third Manufacturing Intelligence Leadership Summit in Las Vegas Nevada!

The summit will provide essential intelligence on emerging trends including cloud computing, autonomous, AI and additive manufacturing.

An Estimated 42,000 new airplanes are going to be built by 2037. This growth is great news for OEM's. If you aren't AS c...
02/12/2019

An Estimated 42,000 new airplanes are going to be built by 2037. This growth is great news for OEM's. If you aren't AS certified yet, now would be the time!

Re-designing the aerospace electronics supply chain to save costs, improve quality, and gain value.

Don't hesitate to get your new product of the ground and into production, now's the time!
02/04/2019

Don't hesitate to get your new product of the ground and into production, now's the time!

Guest columnist Nicole Wolter: Rumors of the death of U.S. manufacturing have been greatly exaggerated.

Chicago is making strides to both keep alive manufacturing and make the industry minority inclusive, and we can't wait t...
01/28/2019

Chicago is making strides to both keep alive manufacturing and make the industry minority inclusive, and we can't wait to see some new partners in the area!

The Ownership Conversion Project aims to keep manufacturing companies and jobs in Illinois and boost ownership opportunities for people of color.

Here's an insight to how manufacturing and Generation Z are working together! How are you adapting to this new wave of w...
12/17/2018

Here's an insight to how manufacturing and Generation Z are working together! How are you adapting to this new wave of workers?

Generation Z, those born between 1995 and 2012, is just entering the metal fabrication workforce. Over their careers they’ll likely see this industry transform—and FABTECH 2018 showed the technologies that will be leading the way.

A well spoken article about the important of CNC machining in modern America!
11/19/2018

A well spoken article about the important of CNC machining in modern America!

Titan Gilroy sees his world of CNC machining as a vehicle for bridging the skilled trades training gap, helping inmates learn a marketable craft, and bolstering U.S. manufacturing.

Forster Tool has ben AS9100 rev D certified for over a year now! Do you think your company could use the certification?
10/17/2018

Forster Tool has ben AS9100 rev D certified for over a year now! Do you think your company could use the certification?

Learn the basics of this aerospace standard, how it is structured, the benefits of the implementation, and what is the process of getting certified

Here's a great article by Thomasnet that gives an informative look at CNC Machining!
10/16/2018

Here's a great article by Thomasnet that gives an informative look at CNC Machining!

Today’s machine tools incorporate CNC machining for enhanced automation, higher production consistency, and reliable accuracy.

Canada expects to greatly expand their global presence with aerospace dealings. What could this mean for aerospace manuf...
10/11/2018

Canada expects to greatly expand their global presence with aerospace dealings. What could this mean for aerospace manufacturers in the states?

AIAC has launched ‘Vision 2025: Beyond our Imagination’ initiative to support growth and investment in the country’s aerospace industry.

Address

1135 Industrial Drive
Bensenville, IL
60106

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(630) 616-8177

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