Our History

2003

Founding of CTMS

To address the growing demand in the French market from gear manufacturers facing a lack of quality hob sharpening, the company CTMS (Cutting Tools Management Services) is founded.

2003
2007

First Sharpening Machine

In June 2007, the company acquires its first Haro Baseline 500 sharpening machine.

2007
2011

ISO 9001-2008 Certification

The company is certified ISO 9001-2008 in March 2011.

2011
2013

Measuring Machines

The company acquires its first specialized measuring machines (Klingelnberg P26 + Wenzel WGT 280).

2013
2018

Relocation and Investments

Relocation to Luxembourg / complete overhaul of the machine park with an investment of 5 million euros.

2018
2019

ISO 9001-2015 Certification

The company is certified ISO 9001-2015.

2019
2021

A.HASS Machines

First fully automated A.HASS machine (sharpening + profiling) acquired in 2021. A second one joins the machine park in 2022.

2021
2024

Acquisition of SAAZOR

Acquisition of SAAZOR’s French division, which becomes CTMS SAAZOR.

2024
2024

Development of the Follow ME ERP

The company implements an ERP system that allows for complete traceability of all tools.

A client access portal allows for retrieving the complete history and all order-related information.

2024
2025

Doubling of the Luxembourg Site's Surface Area

Located in Hautcharage, the GTRS Luxembourg site now spans over 1000 m².

2025
2025

Introduction of Our Proprietary Coating

2025

Revenue Growth