Helix Tool Company, an independent distributor of cutting tools, has opened a new office in Blackburn, marking an expansion into the northwest. The new facility will offer same-day access to tooling brands such as Sandvik Coromant, Iscar, Walter, Tungaloy, OSG, Sumitomo, Dormer Pramet, Vargus and Quickgrind. The Blackburn team will also deliver on-site engineering support, tool-vending solutions and cost-saving assessments, helping customers improve output, tool life and efficiency. Helix says the move underlines its commitment to customers through smarter tooling and better technical support.

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