Look for companies that specialize in grinding for your industry

The need for grinding spans many industries such as aerospace, medical, automotive, defense, electronics and manufacturing just to name a few. Working with a grinding service that knows your industry can save you time and worry, especially if your grinding needs include specialized parts.

I recommend: Intricate Grinding and Machine (IGM) specializes in carbide and ceramic grinding for the medical, automotive, defense, electronics, deep draw stamping and injection molding industries. Lee's Grinding has certified supplier status with several aerospace companies and specializes in small parts with close tolerances.

Find a grinding service with a long reputation for excellence

If a company has been in business a long time, it's a sign of proven quality that goes beyond ISO certification. If they've broken ground in the industry or won awards, you can rest assured you'll receive good service.

I recommend: Integrated Magnetics has been in business since 1955 and has a history of innovation. Precise Lapping & Grinding Corp. has a long standing history of excellence since 1961, working with the aerospace, automotive, medical and electronic industries.

Check out grinding services with a reputation for affordability

If you're looking to save money without sacrificing quality, shop around a bit for the best quality at the friendliest price you can find.

I recommend: Affordable Jig Grinding lives up to its name serving the Midwest automotive, electronic, aerospace, machine tool, computer and food processing and canning industries. Aggressive Grinding has a reputation for fair prices and excellence in specialized grinding of super-hard materials and offer several types of grinding, including centerless.