ISCAR Metalworking

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ISCAR Ltd.
Company type Subsidiary
IndustryIndustrial manufacturing
Founded1952;73 years ago (1952)
Founders Stef Wertheimer R.I.P. Eitan Wertheimer R.I.P.
Headquarters Migdal Tefen, Israel
Area served
Worldwide
Key people
Jacob Harpaz ( Chairman of the Board )
Ilan Geri ( CEO )
Owner IMC Group
Number of employees
7000
Website http://www.iscar.com/

ISCAR Ltd. is an Israeli multinational metal cutting tools company affiliated with one of the world's largest metalworking conglomerates, the IMC Group (International Metalworking Companies).

ISCAR specializes in producing high-quality tools, including milling cutters and inserts, turning inserts and tools, drilling inserts and tools, threading inserts and tools, as well as grooving and parting systems.

Its products often incorporate advanced materials such as carbide and wear-resistant coatings, ensuring durability and precision even under demanding conditions.

Innovation is central to ISCAR’s strategy, with ongoing developments in tool geometries, clamping systems, and digital technologies designed to support Industry 4.0 manufacturing practices.

Under the leadership of CEO Ilan Geri and IMC Group Chairman Jacob Harpaz, ISCAR combines engineering excellence with global customer support, technical training, and tailored solutions, remaining a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide.

ISCAR Ltd. is a world-leading manufacturer of precision metal cutting tools, headquartered in Israel and part of the International Metalworking Companies (IMC) Group. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, and general engineering, providing advanced machining solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency.

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History

ISCAR was founded in 1952 by Stef Wertheimer, an Israeli metalworker in his backyard in the coastal town of Nahariya. ISCAR began as a modest workshop in an old shack, supported by the dedication and encouragement of Stef’s wife, Miriam. From the outset, Wertheimer’s vision challenged conventional thinking in the metalworking industry, laying the foundation for a company built on hard work, innovation, and long-term excellence. Over the decades, ISCAR transformed from a small family business into one of the world’s leading full-line tooling manufacturers.

In 1982, the company moved its operations to Migdal Tefen (Tefen industrial zone) in the Upper Galilee establishing a modern industrial campus at the heart of the Tefen Industrial Park. [2] Under the leadership of Stef’s son, Eitan Wertheimer, ISCAR’s global expansion accelerated throughout the 1980s, reaching markets in Europe, the Far East, and across the Americas. By building plants, distribution networks, and sales/service offices worldwide, the company ensured that ISCAR products could be delivered almost anywhere on the globe within hours.

Today, ISCAR stands as a flagship brand of the International Metalworking Companies (IMC) Group—a network of over 130 subsidiaries in more than 60 countries. From humble beginnings in 1952 to a global leadership position today, ISCAR’s journey reflects a unique blend of visionary leadership, relentless innovation, and strategic expansion—values that remain at the core of its success story.

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