Checkmate Precision Cutting Tools - Ōwhata

Checkmate Precision Cutting Tools has been at the leading edge of industrial cutting technology for over 40 years. They were pioneers in the development of tungsten-tipped saw blades in the 1960’s and diamond-tipped saw blades in the 1980’s, today Checkmate’s products and services continue to be sought after by leading companies throughout New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific.

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Head office centrally located in Rotorua ( Bay of Plenty ), and our Australian Factory and Office is based in Melbourne, both offering close contact within the Wood industry, allowing swift response to industry needs and changes.

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Today Checkmate has 3 service branches based in Rotorua , Napier, and Nelson, and onsite contracts throughout New Zealand and Australia.

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In 1998 the company name changed to Checkmate Precision Cutting Tools LTD, reflecting an ongoing commitment to innovation, excellence and a true reflection of its wide product range. The product range includes a full complement of sawmill supplies, customised saws in both Circular and Band, machining knives, a range of wood industry tools, new and used grinding machinery and a professional saw, knife and tool sharpening service. It’s Factory has some of the most advanced grinding equipment in Australasia offering superior grinding, honing and a specialist grinder for Poly Crystalline Diamond (PCD).

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Checkmate has aligned itself with leading steel plate and bandsaw strip manufacturers to ensure quality saws at competitive prices.

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The range of Guillotine knives and slitters include the Wood, Paper, Plastic and Metal industry.