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HISTORY

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In the Beginning

SURKUT Machine Technology Inc. opened for business in August of 2005 in Windsor, Ontario Canada.  Its founder Doug Noxell, then President of Graphic Products N.A., the importer of CAM-TOOL, an elite CAD/CAM software package, and one of North America's few high-speed machining (HSM) experts realized a need for convincing test cuts and live machining demonstrations.  So, Mr. Noxell and a former business partner opened a machine shop that would focus on producing highly accurate, polish-free finish machining of 3D geometry in molds, while serving as a competitive outsource machining solutions provider.

It soon became apparent that Mr. Noxell would have to choose between either selling the CAD/CAM software or continue practicing what he has been preaching about since his first trip to Japan back in 1999: high-speed milling, hard milling and machining to negative stock.  He chose to continue on with SURKUT Machine and the company he founded while also promoting the CAM-TOOL software package as an independent high-speed machining consultant and advisor to some of the top machine tool companies in North America.

A New Era

In April of 2009, during the economic recession and downturn in the automotive industry, the Company was faced with some of its toughest challenges yet, to either close its doors after four short years in business, or downsize and fight back by sticking to our core beliefs and vast knowledge on high-speed machining (HSM).  Shortly after, Doug Noxell finalized a deal with his former business partner to become sole owner of SURKUT Machine Technology Inc.  Mr. Noxell soon began the process of moving its operations closer to home so that he could refocus his efforts.  He didn't do it alone though, as he was joined by his two youngest sons, who were eager to work alongside their father in the trade he has known for over three decades.

The Story Behind the Name

"Where exactly does the SURKUT name come from and mean?"

Firstly, we know that we can tackle the toughest precision machining challenges brought to us by our customers.

Secondly, Doug Noxell wanted to have a name that was unique and had a personal meaning to him.  After several attempts to register a name that wasn't already in use, he inserted a "K" into the name, which is the first initial of his three sons' first names.

Milestones at SURKUT Machine

June 2023

    • SURKUT Machine adds its fourth Yasda to date, a Yasda YBM-9150V VII CNC Jig Borer.

Late 2020 through Late 2022

    • SURKUT Machine expands its facility from 4,400 square feet to 
    • SURKUT Machine expands its machining capability, acquiring its first 5-Axis machining center, a Makino D500. 
    • A Mori-Seiki NHX 8000 horizontal machining center is added to the equipment lineup.
    • A Proth PSGS-4080AHR Surface Grinder and Baxter 360SA Horizontal Bandsaw are added, expanding support equipment.

August 2020

    • SURKUT Machine celebrates its 15th year in business.

2019

    • Doug Noxell celebrates 20 years since his first trip to Japan in 1999, by returning for a tour of the Yasda and BIG Daishowa factories in November of 2019. 
    • SURKUT Machine adds its third Yasda to date, a Yasda YBM H40 horizontal machining center.

2018

    • SURKUT Machine adds its second Yasda in under five years, a Yasda YBM-950V CNC Jig Borer.
    • The Company adds a ROMER Absolute 7520 SEI portable metrology arm.
    • Mike Kaufman joins the team bringing over 20 years of experience.

2016

    • SURKUT Machine purchases a Tongtai Topper HB-630 horizontal machining center.
    • Ron Brown joins the team bringing over 30 years of experience.
    • The Company surpasses $2,000,000 in sales for the first time.

2015

    • SURKUT Machine celebrates its tenth year of business.
    • The Company purchases a PMI-20 Miter Upcut Saw.
    • SURKUT Machine exceeds previous year revenue record.

November 2014

    • Ron Pelton, Senior CAD/CAM Programmer joins the team, bringing over 30 years of experience.

In 2013

    • SURKUT Machine Technology Inc. surpasses $1,000,000 in sales for the first time.

September 2013

    • SURKUT Machine adds a Yasda CNC Jig Borer YBM-9150V with a pallet changer.
    • The Company also purchases a brand new Tongtai Topper HB-500 horizontal machining center.
    • As a result, SURKUT Machine expands its facility to accommodate the new equipment.

January 2013

    • SURKUT Machine welcomes Jason Contois to the team as it's CNC Lead Hand.

Late 2012

    • SURKUT Machine adds another CNC machinist, bringing the team to five members.
    • The Company expands its machining capacity by adding its third vertical machining center, a Johnford Hi-Net SHV-1000.

August 2010

    • SURKUT Machine celebrates its fifth year anniversary.
    • The Company purchases its first horizontal machining center, a Tongtai Topper HB-500.

August 2009

    • SURKUT Machine Technology Inc. successfully reopens for business at its current location.

April - July 2009

    • Doug Noxell becomes the sole owner.
    • The renovations begin on the new offices and shop located in Mount Brydges, Ontario.
    • Mr. Noxell's two youngest sons join the team.

In 2006

    • The Company purchases its second vertical machining center, a Johnford Hi-Net DMC-1600.
    • SURKUT Machine also hires its first employee to keep up with the increasing demand.

August 2005

    • SURKUT Machine Technology Inc. is established and opens for business.  
    • The first vertical machining center is purchased, a Tongtai Topper MDV-812 from Absolute Machine Tools.