Allied Machine & Engineering

Allied Machine & Engineering's story began in 1941, a critical time in American history, when Harold E. Stokey founded a small manufacturing company in New Philadelphia, Ohio. With the dedicated support of his wife, Lucille, the company initially focused on providing tapered bearing locknuts for the Timken Company and other parts utilized in the assembly of M1 tanks for the Allied Forces during World War II. This early work laid the foundation for a company built on precision and reliability. As market demands evolved, a pivotal moment arrived when a salesman proposed that Allied develop and manufacture spade drills, guaranteeing he could sell every piece made. This marked a significant turning point, propelling Allied into the specialized field of holemaking.

Throughout the subsequent decades, Allied Machine & Engineering embraced innovation as a core principle. A major breakthrough came with the invention of the Blade-Loc technology by William H. Stokey, Harold's son and the current President and CEO. This patented technology, which prevented tool movement during drilling and retraction, solidified Allied's leadership in technological advancements. The introduction of the T-A® (Throw Away) spade blade, with its innovative geometry and coating, revolutionized the metal-cutting industry and became a cornerstone of Allied's explosive growth. This thrust the company into a leadership role in research and development of engineered drilling solutions. The Stokey family's commitment to the business continued with William's sons, Mike and Steve Stokey, serving as part owners and Executive Vice Presidents, ushering in the third generation of leadership. The company has consistently expanded its capabilities, acquiring Criterion Machine Works to offer a complete line of hole finishing products and later, the German manufacturer Wohlhaupter® to enhance its boring product offerings. Allied Machine & Engineering continues its journey, celebrating milestones like its 75th anniversary, by focusing on engineering-driven solutions to solve complex metal-cutting challenges for industries worldwide, from aerospace and automotive to agriculture and beyond. Their dedication to innovation is further evidenced by the launch of new products like the T-A Pro® high-penetration drilling system and mobile apps to support machinists on the shop floor.