Wilson Tool provides a wide range of tool solutions for Bending, Punching and Xtra customers around the globe. We are best known for our over 60 years of customized tooling solutions designed to help customers resolve their most challenging fabrication issues.
WILSON TOOL INTERNATIONAL
Custom Press Brake Tooling
Our custom press brake tooling solutions are designed to simplify the toughest applications — turning “impossible” into “achievable.”
Templates for Punching Specials
An endless variety of application needs and forms are possible when forming sheet metal. Our punching templates provide guidance and help to ensure order accuracy when ordering tools.
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Induction Hardened Dies
Wilson Tool dies are now available as your go-to standard Induction Hardened option, providing you with a lower cost option to Nitrex.
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Save Time with Shimless Dies
Say Goodbye to Shims — The shimless die adaptor from Wilson Tool International is the only size 1 to size 2 adjustable adaptor on the market for Trumpf®-style dies.
NEW QuickTap® B Station Tapping Tool
Ultimate flexibility with the QuickTap® Tapping Tool.
Start saving the time and accuracy that’s lost by using a secondary threading application.
LATEST RESOURCES
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X-Sharp™ Grinder BrochureSharpening your punch press tooling is simpler and faster with the innovative X-Sharp™ grinder from Wilson Tool International.The benefits of accurate regrinding include: • Burr-free, quality parts straight off the punch press • Longer tool life for...View More
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Breakthrough Bending Technology BrochureWilson Tool's breakthrough bending technology, revolutionising sheet metal forming and fabrication.View More
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Metric Thick Turret Tooling BrochureWilson Tool’s Metric Thick Turret product line offers three levels of performance for small stations designed to meet a variety of needs and budgets.View More
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Product Overview for Bending - Your One-Stop Shop for Press Brake ToolingWilson Tool International is proud to offer and manufacture the most comprehensive line of press brake tooling in the world. If you use multiple press brake tooling styles, this is great news for you! With a wider range of tooling styles than any...View More
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European T-Section Dies BrochureDiscover Wilson Tool's European T-Section dies, designed for precision and flexibility in sheet metal forming applications.View More
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Clamping Solutions Reference GuideAdd a clamping system to your press brake to add new life to your machine and dramatically reduce setup and changeover time. With solutions ranging from lightning speed push-button clamps, to a deflection controlling crowning system, to quick...View More
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Eliminating Secondary Operations BrochureThe big challenge facing today’s sheet metal fabricators is how to reduce or eliminate waste in manufacturing. One way they achieve this is by doing as much of the fabrication process as possible on the punch press, thus avoiding secondary...View More
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iSeries BrochureQuick reference guide to the iSeries™ tooling range — a new choice in fully AITS® compatible tooling.View More
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2-4-1 Tooling System BrochureWilson 2-4-1 system of punches and dies is designed to extend tool life and reduce set-up times.View More
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Case Study - AnkerCorner Former October 25, 2021View More
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Case Study - TrendReduce your production time!Trend Technologies were manufacturing two panels in high quantities: a front panel with 170 M6 and 79 M4 threads, and a rear panel with 170 M6 threads. We reviewed the drawings and suggested the use of two QuickTaps would...View More
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Bus Bar Tooling CatalogueWilson Tool offers a comprehensive range of punches and dies for EHRT machines. Carefully designed to meet the specifications of the electrical industry, Wilson Tool’s high performance bus bar tooling can accommodate any standard bus bar thickness,...View More
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Clamping Solutions CatalogueMinimising setup time is key to achieving greater press brake productivity. Wilson Tool offers a variety of innovative clamping solutions designed to help manufacturers dramatically reduce the amount of time spent loading and unloading press brake...View More
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Fixed Height Tooling CatalogueAll of our Fixed Height dies are Nitrex® heat treated 60–65HRC for increased strength, durability and lubricity. This ensures longer life and better performance. Wilson Tool’s Fixed Height line is fully compatible with Amada®machines and Amada AFH®...View More
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Premium Thin Turret Tooling System CatalogueThe Wilson family of Fab thin turret tooling offers a wide range of products and features to meet your specific needs. Wilson HP2, HPX and Full Body offer varying levels of features, but both provide you with high quality, dependable tooling. We...View More
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Salvagnini Tooling CatalogueShear options include: Rooftop, Concave or Double Concave, Inverted Rooftop and Double Valley Shear. With coating options: Optima®, Wear-Beater™, Nitrex® and Slip-Max™.View More
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LVD Style Press Brake ToolingWilson Tool offers a full line of standard LVD-style tooling as well as special tooling upon request.Punches and dies are induction hardened for increased life and durability.Die's are designed to work with LVD's Easy-Form system.View More
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Trumpf Style Tooling CatalogueFrom the Wilson 2-4-1 System to our Multi-Tools, Wilson Tool offers a wide variety of tooling for your Trumpf style punch press.View More
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Trumpf® Style Tooling Bend Limit GraphsTrumpf Style Bend Limit Graphs.View More
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Trumpf® Style Tooling CatalogueAll tools can be loaded by a single operator.Easy to store. Cabinets available. Sectional tools come precision cut in twelve pieces. Sectionalised punches include two ear pieces (horns).Nitrex™ (HRC-70) is standard on dies.Induction Hardened...View More
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Magnetic GaugeBack gauging on a press brake is a must. Most commonly, the machine provides endless ways to make sure your part bend lines are correct. Occasionally, you need to gauge outside the frame of the brake, the part doesn’t quite work with part...View More
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2V Dies (Bolt On)View More
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A-Plus® Series FlyerMaximise your A-dimension with the A-Plus® series of tooling from Wilson Tool International. This line of TRUMPF-style special tools extends the range of forming in the A-dimension, allowing for longer and larger forms. A-Plus® offers an additional...View More
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Squaring Arm & Suction LifterIntroducing the Squaring Arm and Suction Lifter added to our Xtra range.View More
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Boschert REVO ToolREVO Tool punches and dies are 100% compatible with the Boschert OEM holders.View More
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Air Bending Force ChartUse this Air Bending Force Chart to help you select the correct V opening in your die to get the bend that you want and ensure your tool selection is safe.View More
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Squaring OptionsWilson Tool International has multiple, easy-to-use squaring options to help increase productivity and bending accuracy. Suitable for any press brake die with a flat surface, powerful magnets replace the need for screws or fastening tools and allow...View More
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Ultrasonic Cleaning TankWilson Tool offers a range of high quality and innovative Ultrasonic cleaners that will remove galling from punching and bending tools in minutes.View More
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Bridge Lance and Form TemplateUse this template for quotes and orders regarding Bridge Lance and Form.Instructions for Use:Click the "VIEW NOW" button.Save the PDF file to your computer.Open the saved PDF, enter your data and save again.Click the paper clip to create an email,...View More
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V-Series Black Data ChartThe V-Series Black Data Chart includes information on minimum angles, maximum tonnage and more.View More
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V-Series Black Usage TipsThis flyer contains information regarding the operation of and best practices related to the V-Series Black dies.View More
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V-Series Black Dies Reference GuideThis user guide is intended to give the user an overall understanding of the V-Series Black die along with basic maintenance and trouble shooting information. It is important to read and understand this user guide in full as failure to do so could...View More
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Wilson Tool International Acquires German Tool ManufacturerWHITE BEAR LAKE, MN, USA (SEPTEMBER 18, 2024) — Wilson Tool International, the largest independent manufacturer of tooling systems for punch presses, press brakes, and punch and die components for the stamping industry, is pleased to announce the...View More
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Wilson Tool Partnership with RavemaDear Customers, We are excited to announce that Ravema will represent Wilson Tool as our exclusive distributor in Scandinavia from 1st July 2025, covering Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Iceland. This partnership will enhance our ability to deliver...View More
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Wilson Tool Partnership with Zinetti FranceDear Customers, We are pleased to announce that, as of November 1st, 2025, ZINETTI FRANCE will become the exclusive distributor of WILSON TOOL in France. This partnership will strengthen our ability to provide you with high-quality tooling solutions...View More
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Why Invest in Custom Press Brake Tooling?Deciding whether or not to invest in special tooling for a particular job is likely to give any fabricator pause. While it’s true that custom press brake tooling can be more expensive and may require a bit more lead-time than standard tooling, there...View More
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Connective Forms Make Fastening FasterRead the full article in Fabricating & Metalworking. September 21, 2018View More
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Punch Into BusbarWhat is Busbar? Where is it Commonly Used? A busbar is a connective piece of metal made from copper, brass, or aluminium. The primary task of a busbar is not to provide structural rigidity, but rather to act as an electrical conductor, allowing for...View More
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Pro Alloy Motorsport Races Towards Greater Production EfficiencyEast Anglia-based Pro Alloy Motorsport Ltd, a UK based designer and manufacturer of alloy heat exchangers and specialist fuel system parts that supports customers in the automotive, motorsport, aviation, military, commercial and scientific research...View More
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Improve Your Press Brake Productivity WebinarJoin Wilson Tool's John Waller as he walks us through the key areas to maximising productivity in your operation.View More
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Finding the Right Fit: Perfecting Your Part Nesting Process WebinarDo you dream of perfectly nested parts, that result in clean and accurate shapes while leaving almost no waste behind?In this webcast we discuss the secrets to perfecting your part nesting process. Our presentation will help your operation find its...View More
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How Feed Clearance Impacts Your Productivity WebinarJoin Wilson Tool's Scott Tacheny to learn what feed clearance is, how it can be measured, and most importantly, how it impacts your productivity. Understanding this element of your operation will help you know the full production capabilities of...View More
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Press Brake Tooling Styles - How Do They Differ? WebinarBeyond the press brake itself, styles of tooling vary from European, to American Precision®, to Conventional and more. Watch this webinar to learn more about the different styles of tooling available.View More
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Improving Edge Quality and Accuracy WebinarSheet metal fabricators in today’s market must produce consistently high quality parts. In this webinar, we’ll look at how turret and CNC punch press operators can improve edge quality and accuracy.View More
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Making Stronger Stiffening Ribs WebinarIn this webinar, we look at how fabricators traditionally form stiffening ribs, and how there may be better, more effective ways to form ribs. Rib length, height, shape and more is taken into consideration, and we discuss which modifications...View More
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Solving Common Press Brake Challenges from Short Flanges to Sheet Marking WebinarIn this webinar, you’ll learn simple solutions to die shoulder marking, hole distortion, short flange issues, and damaged diamond plate.View More
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The Benefits of Hydraulic Clamping WebinarThere are numerous types of press brake clamping systems on the market today. In this webinar, we focus on the benefits of hydraulic clamping, and whether this option is a good choice for you.View More
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Maximise Your Punching Efficiency WebinarJoin Wilson Tool's Joe Cox for a webinar that will help you make sure you’re running the most efficient punching operation possible.View More
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Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of TechnologyWilson Tool were thrilled to have been asked to team up with 'Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology' to help them launch their brand-new “Engineering Excellence Wall of Fame”! 🏆 Every year, the Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology...View More
LATEST VIDEOS
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Take a look inside Wilson Tool EuropeWilson Tool International are excited to showcase our new company video giving you an insight into who we are and what we do. Have a look behind the scenes at one of our manufacturing plants and then get in touch to see how we can help you.View More
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Ultrasonic Cleaning Tank VideoTo protect the investment you have made in punch press and press brake tooling, Wilson Tool can now offer a range of high quality and innovative Ultrasonic cleaners that will remove galling in minutes without damaging the tool surface.View More
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Adjustable V Die VideoThe Adjustable V dies are a great solution when bending thick materials and you need the flexibility to adjust the width of the V opening. Instead of buying several dies with different V openings, Adjustable V dies enable you to adjust the width,...View More
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De-Burring VideoThe Wilson Tool De-burring Tool enable sheet metal fabricators to de-burr parts while they are still on the punch press — eliminating an unnecessary secondary operation. Remove waste and increase efficiency in your punch press operations by...View More
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Corner Former and Corner Cropper VideoTypically, fabricating a four-sided sheet metal pan is a time consuming process requiring multiple bends on the press brake, followed by secondary welding and grinding operations to finish the corners. A new corner forming and cutting tool from...View More
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Creating a hinge on a Press Brake VideoThis video shows you how to use Wilson Tool press brake tooling to create a hinge on a press brake.View More
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Custom Press Brake Applications VideoThis video shows a sample of custom press brake solutions created by Wilson Tool's innovative tooling design team. Whatever your tooling needs, Wilson can work with you to develop the right solution for your program.View More
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Dual Curl VideoOur CL1 tools are a good fit for creating large curl diameters using thicker materials up to .250”. This style requires two separate stations of tooling in the brake and a total of three strokes to complete the curl. The two separate tool sets are...View More
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Express Clamps VideoLoading punches is a snap with Wilson Express Clamps. Available for virtually any make and model of press brake, the Wilson Express Clamping System™ is uniquely designed to increase your productivity and reduce your operating costs.View More