Knives and Inserts in HW and HSS

Freud features a unique in-house production of Titanium and Cobalt Carbide (TiCo Carbide), a proprietary material used to manufacture the cutting edges of its premium HW knives & inserts and HSS knives & inserts. With more than twenty specialized carbide blends formulated for both standard and custom applications, Freud employs advanced precision grinding techniques to ensure optimal relief angles, maximum sharpness, exceptional hardness, and superior wear resistance, even under high-temperature conditions.

Thanks to this complete in-house production cycle, Freud offers one of the widest ranges of HW and HSS knives & inserts available on the market. Each cutting edge is manufactured with an ultra-smooth surface finish (roughness between 0.12–0.15 µm) to enhance resistance to cutting pressure and abrasion, extending tool lifetime and guaranteeing flawless finishes on wood and wood-based materials.

Through continuous innovation in cutting geometries, profiles, and materials, Freud remains a global leader in HW knives & inserts and HSS knives & inserts, providing reliable performance for the most demanding industrial and professional woodworking applications.