

Apex Tool Group
Apex Tool Group (ATG) is one of the largest manufacturers of professional hand and power tools in the world, serving the industrial, vehicle service and assembly, aerospace, electronics, construction and serious DIY markets. Our portfolio of innovative powerhouse brands includes SATA®, GEARWRENCH®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller®, and APEX®. We also manufacture select, premier private label mechanics tools. Across the board, our tools stand for quality, innovation and value.
Apex Tool Group
Partnerships
Precision in Motion: Apex Tool Group at SchraubTek 2025 in Stuttgart
At SchraubTek 2025 in Stuttgart, Apex Tool Group showcased the future of industrial fastening with precision and innovation at its core. The event served as a powerful platform to connect with global leaders and demonstrate how Apex’s advanced tooling solutions are shaping smarter, safer assembly lines.
Headquarters
Streamlining Production and Quality at Apex Tool Group’s Lexington Facility
At Apex Tool Group’s Lexington facility, manufacturing excellence meets global collaboration. This site proudly produces the Cell Clutch and Cell Core tools, essential for mid-range tightening applications in both the U.S. and European markets. A mirrored production strategy with their Chinese counterpart ensures localized manufacturing, reducing costs and bypassing global logistics hurdles. On the floor,…
Precision in the Heart of Germany: Apex Tool Group’s Westhausen Facility
Nestled near the industrial hubs of Stuttgart and Munich, Apex Tool Group’s Westhausen facility stands as a vital force in EMEA operations. Serving as the region’s repair center, this site handles everything from Cleco tools to Celltech systems, ensuring each piece is restored to like-new condition with a turnaround time as fast as eight days….
Voices from the Field
Empowering Customers with Cleco Solutions
In the world of industrial manufacturing, the real breakthrough often comes not from the tool itself, but from the moment a frustrated process finds its fix. For customers struggling with inefficiencies, injuries, or inadequate support, the right solution can feel like a long shot—until someone shows up with the right insight and product lineup….
Engineering Solutions That Prioritize Safety and Precision
In high-stakes manufacturing, even a small misstep can cause serious injury and halt production entirely. When a spring-winding process in a commercial HVAC assembly line led to an operator injury, the stakes were painfully clear. That’s when customized engineering and collaborative problem-solving stepped in, turning a difficult moment into a transformational opportunity. With expertise from…
Closing the Gaps in Industrial Wireless Communication
In today’s fast-paced industrial environments, wireless connectivity is more than a convenience—it’s a mission-critical necessity. Yet, as many North American manufacturers have discovered, what works in theory doesn’t always translate to the factory floor. Interference, obstructions, and unpredictable dead zones can derail even the most advanced wireless tools. That’s why Cleco’s dedicated Wireless Connectivity…
Empowering Precision: Sales Conversations That Drive Real Manufacturing Solutions
In the world of industrial sales, success isn’t just measured by numbers—it’s built on problem-solving and genuine collaboration. When manufacturers open their doors to tool innovators, it’s a chance to move beyond the pitch and into the heart of operations, uncovering real opportunities for efficiency. At a recent visit to a blender manufacturing facility,…
Why ‘Tame the Line’ Is More Than a Slogan at Apex Tool Group
In modern manufacturing, the assembly line is both the heart of production and a constant source of evolving challenges. At Apex Tool Group, the phrase Tame the Line isn’t just a tagline—it’s a philosophy rooted in empathy for the relentless pace and complexity of the line itself. Unlike traditional approaches that attempt to dominate or…
Fueling Progress: Cam Kenny’s Passion for Helping Customers Improve Every Day
In the ever-evolving world of industrial manufacturing, innovation isn’t just born in labs—it’s shaped on the factory floor through direct collaboration with the people using the tools every day. At Apex Tool Group, that collaboration is a driving force, especially for leaders like Cam Kenny, who thrives on face-to-face problem-solving and continuous improvement. Serving customers…
Tradeshow
Innovation on Display: Apex Tool Group at SchraubTec 2025
At SchraubTec 2025 in Hanover, Germany, Apex Tool Group showcased its latest solutions at the intersection of precision and performance. This industry-leading event brought together innovators and manufacturers pushing the limits of smart assembly. With Apex’s presence, the spotlight was firmly on engineering excellence and future-ready tool technology.
Precision in Motion: Apex Tool Group at SchraubTek 2025 in Stuttgart
At SchraubTek 2025 in Stuttgart, Apex Tool Group showcased the future of industrial fastening with precision and innovation at its core. The event served as a powerful platform to connect with global leaders and demonstrate how Apex’s advanced tooling solutions are shaping smarter, safer assembly lines.