STRATFORD, Conn. — Connecticut Saw & Tool (CST) has acquired the profile knife grinding division of ILMA-US, a Wareham, Massachusetts-based manufacturer, importer, and distributor of moulder and grinding tooling and supplies. 

Connecticut Saw & Tool is a Stratford, Connecticut-based tooling manufacturer, distributor and full service saw and tool sharpening company that is family owned and operated for over 100 years.

In a letter to Ilma-US Customers, CST president Dan Povinelli, said they were excited the opportunity afforded to them by Jim and Cheryl Stevens, former owners of ILMA-US. 

"Connecticut Saw & Tool has been family owned and operated for over 100 years and we are stronger than ever due to the loyalty and support of our valued customers. It is our sincerest hope that you give us the chance to count you among our customers in the coming year. 

"The openness and mutual respect that Connecticut Saw & Tool and Ilma-US share will ensure a smooth transition and the team here is standing by to complete your work at the speed and quality you have received from Ilma-US. We will be offering all the same moulder steel grades, template, and CAD design/drawing services that Jim has provided you with previously."

In a separate letter to ILMA-US customers, Jim Stevens said: "I foresee this transition going well as Dan is a good businessman and is a hands-on owner ... I encourage you to work with Dan and experience all Connecticut Saw & Tool has to offer." 

Orders can be placed via email to [email protected], by phone at 203-378-1220, or by mail at 140 Avon St., Stratford, CT 06615-6704.