

ToolsUnited is a cloud‑based platform that provides standardized, high‑quality tooling data from leading cutting‑tool manufacturers, including geometric data, technical drawings, and 3D models. It enables parametric and application‑based search across all brands, direct export into CAM and tool‑management systems, and supports industry formats such as ISO, DIN, STEP, and DIN SPEC 698. The service also offers interfaces to over 20 CAM/TMS systems and a “where‑to‑buy” feature that connects users to local distributors. Searching is free, and users can register to access data downloads and integrations.

ToolLink is software as a service for manufacturing companies in need of digital twins of cutting tools with requirements that go beyond what ToolsUnited may provide.

ToolPal is comprehensive tool management software that centralizes tool data, tracks lifecycle phases, optimizes inventory, and integrates seamlessly with existing systems to increase manufacturing efficiency.
Standards and technologies form CIMSOURCE are key to synchronize the masterdata management of tool suppliers and the manufacturing data management of tool consumers. Since 1992, the birth date of the tool data exchange format StOB (Standard Open Base), CIMSOURCE structures the product databases of tool suppliers and organizes the tool data of manufacturing operations. Formerly a division of CIM Aachen GmbH, the foundation of CIMSOURCE’s achievements is the unique combination of IT- and manufacturing know-how gathered in more than 25 years of practice. And there is more to come. CIMSOURCE was established as a separate legal entity in 2013, extending it’s services beyond software. Tool suppliers rely on CIMSOURCE as their distributor for the digital factory. Manufacturing operations bank on CIMSOURCE as the single source for tool data. Whether tool supplier or manufacturing operation, CIMSOURCE delivers to 100%. Promised!