For over six decades, we’ve been perfecting a solution that saves our customers time, money, and headaches: the Rocklinizer. What started as a breakthrough concept decades ago has evolved into a full lineup of Rocklinizer models designed to solve real-world challenges across industries like die casting, tube bending, and stamping. Our portable, easy-to-use carbide application unit has evolved with the industries we serve, enhancing machine life and reducing downtime with greater speed, deposit capabilities, and precision than ever before. Here’s how the Rocklinizer has grown alongside our customers’ needs.

1960s: The Birth of Rocklinizing

In the 1960s, company founder I.J. Rocklin invented the first Rocklinizer, a game-changer for industries looking to extend the life of their tooling. Instead of frequent replacements, our customers could apply a hard, wear-resistant tungsten carbide or titanium carbide surface, keeping their parts in action far longer. From the start, the focus was simple: reduce wear, improve performance, and boost productivity.

1970s-1980s: Expanding Applications

As word spread, more industries began adopting Rocklinizing for stamping dies, tube bending dies, and even injection molds. During these decades, we enhanced our technology to ensure consistent coatings and greater ease of use. Customers reported major improvements in performance and cost savings, reinforcing our mission to deliver real results where they mattered most.

1990s-2000s: More Power, More Precision

We continued to refine the Rocklinizer, boosting power levels and offering more control over the thickness and uniformity of the carbide application. Die casters, in particular, found tremendous value in preventing soldering and heat checking, significantly increasing the longevity of their expensive dies. Tube benders realized even greater value in the heavier coating capabilities.

2010s-2020s: Innovation Meets Automation

By the 2010s, we weren’t just innovating—we were redefining the standards of portable carbide application. We introduced the Rocklinizer 950, our most powerful and versatile model yet, allowing for even higher deposition rates and greater material compatibility. A few years later, we launched the battery-powered Rocklinizer Micro, perfect for applications requiring precision coatings on a smaller scale without sacrificing durability.

During this time, automation began reshaping manufacturing, and we saw new opportunities to integrate Rocklinizing into robotic systems. Companies started applying our coatings to robotic grippers, enhancing their ability to grip delicate or slippery materials without wear. By extending the life of these critical components, we helped customers maintain smooth operations while reducing costly replacements.

Today and Beyond: Rocklinizing for the Future

Today, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with the Rocklinizer. From high-precision applications in aerospace to enhancing robotic automation, our customers drive us to keep evolving. Whether it’s a new material challenge, an emerging industry, or a fresh way to extend tool life, we’re committed to finding solutions that work in the real world.

Want to see the Rocklinizer in action or try it out for yourself? Check out our latest videos here and read more about how our carbide application process can benefit your operation. Let’s talk about how we can help you improve efficiency, reduce costs, and keep your machinery running longer than ever before.

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