M.A. Ford

06/05/2026

At M.A. Ford®, efficiency goes beyond performance.

From recycling scrap metal and cardboard to reducing waste through smarter processes, sustainability is part of how we operate every day. Longer tool life and optimized machining also help reduce material waste and improve efficiency across the shop floor.

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06/03/2026

Heavy stock removal meets high-performance aluminum machining.

Our TuffCut® X-AL XAL5R Series is engineered for exceptional chip control, long-reach stability, and aggressive material removal rates that help maximize productivity in demanding aluminum applications.

Whether you are roughing or pushing higher efficiencies, our tooling is built to perform.

Learn more about the XAL5R Series: https://bit.ly/4qEG3z1

Explore more high-performance aluminum tooling solutions: https://bit.ly/49zewJ8

06/02/2026

June is here and the shop floor is heating up.

From precision tooling to hands-on training and summer shop activity, we’re gearing up for another month of innovation, performance, and problem solving.

Follow along with M.A. Ford® all month long.

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05/26/2026

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Thank you for your service.

05/22/2026

Meet Ben Petitpren, M.A. Ford®’s new Regional Technical Engineer covering Eastern Michigan and Northwest Ohio.

Ben joined the team at the beginning of May and brings nearly two decades of experience as an Application Engineer with Seco Tools. In his role, he works closely with distributors and end users to grow M.A. Ford sales, develop new customer relationships, and provide technical support and problem-solving solutions.

With a strong background in tooling applications, processing, and customer support, Ben enjoys helping customers find solutions and building lasting relationships along the way.

Outside of work, you can usually find Ben fishing, hunting, hiking, hobby farming, or spending time with his family.

Welcome to the team, Ben!

05/20/2026

Still using a traditional ball nose for 3D work? It might be time for an upgrade.

TuffCut® XFO and XFO-AL are designed for 5-axis machining and can deliver up to 70 to 90 percent productivity increases in 3D applications.

Get better results, faster.

Learn more:
XFO: https://bit.ly/3QCCSdR
XFO-AL: https://bit.ly/3QqItE5

View the brochure: https://bit.ly/4sMXbCL

05/18/2026

Manufacturing drives innovation, efficiency, and progress.

This week, we highlight the people, processes, and tools that keep industries moving forward.

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05/16/2026

On Armed Forces Day, we recognize and thank those who serve and protect.

At M.A. Ford®, we are proud to support the aerospace and defense industries with precision tooling built for the most demanding applications. From critical aircraft components to advanced defense systems, precision matters and performance is non-negotiable.

We stand behind the people and the industries that keep our world moving forward.

05/15/2026

Precision tooling plays a key role in supporting defense and transportation manufacturing.

We are proud to deliver reliable solutions for demanding applications where performance matters most.

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