Our Tool & Die Equipment
At T&D Resources, we take pride in the quality, precision, and performance of our tool and die equipment. With over 80 years of combined experience in the industry, our team uses state-of-the-art machinery to manufacture reliable, custom tooling for clients across industries. From high-precision Wire EDM and CNC milling machines to robust presses, grinders, and heat-treat ovens, each piece of equipment plays a vital role in producing the dies and components our clients depend on.
Our facility is fully equipped with Mitsubishi FA10 and RA90 Wire EDM machines, Fadal and Syil CNC mills, Evenheat heat-treat ovens, and trusted grinders from Kent, Blohm, and Mitsui. This extensive lineup allows us to handle complex die repairs, custom part fabrication, and high-volume production runs with efficiency and accuracy.
Whether you're looking for stamping dies, progressive dies, forming dies, or specialized tooling, our in-house machines help us deliver unmatched turnaround times and superior results. Our equipment is operated by skilled machinists who bring decades of tool and die craftsmanship to every project.
Explore the tools that make it possible below — each machine is a part of our promise to offer reliable, American-made quality you can trust.
Proudly serving Orange County, Southern California, and nationwide precision tooling needs.
CNC Machines
Our lineup of CNC machining centers support high-speed, multi-axis precision machining for custom dies and tooling. These machines are integral to efficient tool and die manufacturing.
Wire EDM
Our wire EDM systems allow for micron-level precision in die design and manufacturing, especially for complex contours and tight tolerances in tool and die work.
Software
Our CAD and CAM software stack enables high-precision engineering drawings and custom die design workflows. These tools support seamless transitions from concept to production.
Wet Grinders
Our wet grinders ensure tool sharpening accuracy and flatness during die maintenance. These grinders support quality control and longevity of high-usage tooling components.
Surface Grinders
Our surface grinders maintain tight tolerances for die plates and inserts, supporting custom tooling, flatness, and repeatability across production runs.
Manual Mills
Our manual milling machines are used for prototyping and low-volume die modifications, offering flexibility in small-batch production environments.
Lathes
Our precision lathes support cylindrical component creation for die bases and pins, playing a key role in custom tooling and advanced manufacturing processes.
Radial Arm Drill Presses
Our radial arm drills enable deep-hole drilling and tapping on large die components, accommodating tooling configurations that require variable angles.
Laser Engraver
Our laser engraver is used for high-precision engraving on metal tooling components. Its speed and accuracy make it ideal for custom tooling in advanced manufacturing environments.
TIG Welder
Our TIG Welder allows for precise weld repairs on dies and tooling components. It's essential for maintaining industry standards in tool and die maintenance.
Mechanical Press
Our press is used for testing and validating die functionality, our Bliss press simulates production environments to ensure tooling reliability and durability.
Hydraulic Press
The hydraulic press is used for forming and stamping operations, a cornerstone of custom tool and die production and prototyping.
Heat Treat Oven
Our heat treat oven enables in-house hardening and tempering of steel dies, enhancing tool longevity and maintaining industry standards for quality control.
Hoists
Our hoists are used for safe and efficient handling of heavy die sets and steel tooling components, supporting ergonomic practices in tool and die operations.
Air Compressor
Our compressor powers pneumatic tools used throughout our precision machining shop, optimizing uptime and production flow.
Our CNC machining department features multiple Fadal Vertical Machining Centers ranging from compact to large-format models. These machines allow for precision 3-axis and multi-axis milling, offering tight tolerances, consistent repeatability, and high-speed production. Ideal for tool and die applications, aerospace components, and high-precision prototypes, our CNC mills support both short-run and volume production.
Our CNC Models Include:
Syil X5
Fadal VMC 3016
Fadal VMC 15XT
Fadal VMC 4020
Fadal VMC 6030
We specialize in wire EDM services. These machines enable intricate machining of hardened steels, tool steels, and exotic metals, cutting with unmatched precision where traditional tooling fails. Ideal for die components, fine details, and internal corners, our EDMs deliver clean finishes with minimal burring.
Our Wire EDM Models Include:
Mitsubishi FA10
Mitsubishi RA90
Mitsubishi RA90
Our engineering team uses these softwares for clear programming, allowing for streamlined design-to-machine workflow and compatibility with customer CAD/CAM files.
Software we use Includes:
Autodesk AutoCad
Fusion 360
MasterCam
Our wet grinders, allow for coolant-assisted precision grinding, preventing heat damage and maintaining surface integrity. These are often used for tool and die components, ensuring prolonged tool life and sharp finishes.
Our Wet Grinder Models Include:
Kent Wet Grinder KGS-250 AHD 9x18
Kent Wet Grinder SGS-1230 AHD
Blohm Wet Grinder 1230
Our surface grinding capabilities support finishing to incredibly tight tolerances. We operate a variety of grinders ideal for die maintenance, surface flatness, and part finishing. Our grinding services are essential for achieving micron-level flatness and perpendicularity.
Our Surface Grinder Models Include:
Mitsui MSG-250 H2AH
Kent KGS-6165 6x18
Harvel 8x15
Harvel 8x15
Taft Peirce 5x12
We maintain a full suite of mills, including extended table models like the 11x58 for larger part fabrication. These mills allow our machinists to perform hands-on custom milling, one-off prototyping, jig and fixture creation, and repairs.
Our Manual Mills Models Include:
Bridgeport 9x42
Bridgeport 9x42
Bridgeport 11x58
Lagun 10x50
Milwaukee Model K
With our collection of precision tool room lathes, we offer expert turning services for shafts, bushings, pins, and dies. These machines deliver exceptional control for both small-diameter and long-part turning applications.
Our Lathe Models Include:
Hardinge tool room precision lathe HLV-H
Hardinge tool room precision lathe TFB-H
Mori Seiki MS 1250 G
Acra LC-1340
Our radial drill presses allow for accurate, large-format drilling and tapping operations on oversized plates, blocks, and custom dies. Perfect for tooling setups, fixture plates, and structural metal drilling.
Our Radial Arm Drill Presses Models Include:
Bergonzi LP 1250 5’ arm
MAS VR-2 4’ arm
We provide fiber laser engraving offering crisp, durable markings on metal, plastics, and tooling surfaces. Ideal for part serialization, logo engraving, and tool identification without compromising part integrity.
Our Laser Engraver Model Includes:
OMTech Fiber Laser
We offer TIG welding services, specializing in precision welding of stainless, tool steel, and aluminum parts.
Our TIG Welder Model Includes:
Lincoln Tig Welder
The mechanical press is used for stamping, forming, and die testing operations, supporting high-repeatability parts production.
Our Press Model Includes:
45T Bliss
With our 80-ton hydraulic press, we support operations like tool and die assembly, bushing press-fit, and broaching setups.
Our Hydraulic Press Model Includes:
Nugier 80T
In-house heat treatment allows us to harden, anneal, and temper small to mid-sized components. This gives our shop full control over tool steel performance and post-machining treatment.
Our Heat Treat Oven Model Includes:
Evenheat KO18
Our 2-ton hoists support safe material handling of large dies, plates, and assemblies.
Our Hoist Model Includes:
2T A-Frame Hoists
The air compressor ensures consistent performance across all air-driven machines and tools.
Our Air Compressor Model Includes:
Kaeser SM10