History Detail
Company History
Explore the history of LV INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. (LV Tool), a premier manufacturer of precision tungsten carbide end mills. Since our founding in 1997, we have been dedicated to innovation and quality in the cutting tool industry. This timeline highlights our key milestones, from establishing our state-of-the-art factory with advanced CNC grinding equipment in 2014 to launching our in-house coating department in 2018. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated by our ISO 9001 certification and the prestigious Taiwan Excellence Award. As we continue to expand globally and embrace digital transformation, our journey reflects a relentless pursuit of providing superior cutting solutions to manufacturers worldwide.
Our Journey: A History of Excellence in Precision Cutting Tool Manufacturing
For years, LV INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD. has been committed to providing high-quality tungsten carbide cutting tools and services, earning the trust and praise of customers worldwide. We continuously strive for progress and innovation to meet the diverse needs of the industry. Join us as we review the developmental journey of LV Tool.
1997 - Foundation of LV INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
General Manager Mr. Wu Jung-Tsan founded LV INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD., with a primary focus on the design and manufacture of professional-grade precision tungsten carbide end mills and a variety of carbide cutting tools.
2014 - Factory Establishment in Taichung Industrial Park
We officially established our factory in the Taichung Industrial Park, introducing world-renowned CNC grinding equipment from Germany, Australia, and Japan, including high-precision machines from Makino. By importing high-quality tungsten carbide rods from Japan and Germany, we significantly enhanced the quality and stability of our tools.
2018 - In-house Coating Department Established
An in-house coating department was established, equipped with three advanced coating machines. We also implemented the ISO 9001 quality management system to comprehensively enhance quality control and continuous improvement capabilities across the organization.
2019 - Recipient of the 28th Taiwan Excellence Award
In January, we successfully passed the ISO 9001 quality management system certification. In October, our unequal helix angle and unequal flute end mills received unanimous recognition from the judges of the Taiwan Excellence Award, and we were honored with the 28th Taiwan Excellence Award in 2020.
2020 - Launch of Smart Factory Initiative
We initiated our digital smart factory project, conducting a comprehensive plant overhaul. This included acquiring high-precision machine tools and measuring instruments, such as fully automated CNC grinders from MAKINO SEIKI, and implementing an ERP system to streamline information flow.
2021-2023 - Industry-Academia Cooperation
We actively engaged in industry-academia collaborations with technology universities in Central Taiwan, fostering the exchange of industrial and academic experience and technology to promote mutual growth.
2022 - E-Management and Global Market Expansion
We implemented an e-management system overhaul and expanded our global market presence. LV cutting tools are now widely used in mold manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and various machinery component sectors, with customers in over 40 countries, including China, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, the Middle East, South Africa, Hungary, Turkey, and Russia.
2023-2025 - Planning Comprehensive Management Systems
Building on our existing ISO 9001 quality management system, we are planning and implementing a comprehensive management framework. This includes the progressive adoption of ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), ISO 45000 (Occupational Health and Safety), ISO 26000 (Social Responsibility), as well as carbon footprint and greenhouse gas inventories, fulfilling our mission of corporate social responsibility.