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Toolots is pleased to announce the addition of  a new vendor, DTC Products., to our E-Commerce marketplace and Global Commerce Services initiative! Based in St. Charles, Illinois, DTC designs and manufactures jigs, tools, fixtures, and dies. DTC’s products are currently available on Toolots.com for sale to customers located domestically in the U.S. and internationally in China.  

DTC's Slug Retention Machine comes with an adjustable light, a carrying case, and multiple grinder bits and accessories. At just 10 lbs, it can easily be used by a single person with just 90 PSI of compressed air to operate.

DTC designs, manufactures, and distributes industrial products like tools, grooving wheels, grind sleeves, and ABS sensor holders. Currently the company is the manufacturer of the Slug Retention Machine, which is a pneumatic powered grinder that machines a groove into the sidewall of the die cavity in a stamping die. This prevents slugs from pulling onto the die surface, which may result in damage to the metal strip on the surface, the stamping die, or the stamped part. Essentially, the Slug Retention Machine helps increase productivity and efficiency by reducing labor costs and time spent sorting through parts to find slug marks, while also eliminating the need to stop the machine and remove slugs off of the die and stripper surface. Additionally, the machine can be used to vent die stripper openings and add grooves to die bushings and die inserts.  

Toolots is excited to offer our domestic and international customers industrial products and the Slug Machine through the inclusion of DTC Products! For purchasing information, visit DTC’s marketplace on Toolots.com. 

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Toolots is happy to announce the addition of a new vendor, Stratojet, to our E-Commerce marketplace and Global Commerce Services initiative! Based in Santa Fe Springs, Stratojet manufactures wide format printers, flatbed cutters, and printing solutions. Stratojet’s products are currently available on Toolots.com for sale to customers located domestically in the U.S. and internationally in China.  

Stratojet's Shark EFB-2512 Flatbed Printer 4'x8' can print on a variety of rigid and flexible substrates.

Stratojet’s printers span from flatbed to dye sublimation, eco-solvent, and roll to roll UV curable to complete a variety of projects and signs. All printers are built with Accurate Dot Placement (ADP) technology which precisely places each drop of ink to improve midtones and the overall image quality while smoothing color transitions and reducing the number of printer passes. With over 20 years of experience in the printing industry, Stratojet ensures each printer is designed with the operator's ease of use in mind, and built with high quality components for durability in heavy or light production environments. 

Stratojet's Shark Cut 2516 Flatbed Cutter 5'x8' is capable of cutting and creasing multiple materials such as corrugated board, cardboard, hard PVC, foam board, and more.

In the event of an issue, the Stratojet team is committed to assisting their customers by offering a variety of after-sale services like phone and online support for troubleshooting resolutions. Additionally, through its network of technicians, the company can expedite part changes to reduce costly machine downtime. Furthermore, Stratojet's engineers have extensive knowledge on wide format hardware and software, many of which possess over 10 years of industry experience, and are manufacturer trained and authorized. 

Toolots is excited to offer our domestic and international customers quality large format printers through the inclusion of Stratojet! For purchasing information, visit Stratojet USA’s marketplace on Toolots.com. 

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CERRITOS, California- October 11, 2017- Toolots, an online marketplace and international cross-border platform for factory-direct industrial tools, machinery, equipment, and technology, announced it recently achieved $1 million in lifetime sales.  

Headquartered in Cerritos California, the company was originally founded in May 2016 by CEO Jason Fu, who has 17 years of industry experience through his machinery supply company Bolton Tools. Through its innovative platform, Toolots aims to bolster the global manufacturing industry by helping SMEs overcome barriers, expand their businesses, and generate more revenue. 

This is accomplished through Toolots' scalable, comprehensive services and ERP system currently being finalized. Vendors who partner with the company maintain their branding rights usually lost in traditional distribution models. In addition, vendor partners gain access to data allowing them to make transparent decisions and focus on daily operation tasks or overall business growth. Essentially, Toolots' model offers its customers quality equipment at competitive prices, thereby manufacturing SMEs to focus these funds on additional employees or services. Furthermore, the issue of after-sales services for purchased machinery and equipment, which often serves as a major concern to customers, is resolved through the company's network of service technicians on its YuuTool  repair app. 

With the achievement of $1 million in lifetime sales, Toolots strives to support SMEs to strengthen cross-border relations and aid in the growth of the global manufacturing industry. 

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CHANGCHUN, Jilin-September 22, 2017- Toolots CEO Jason Fu and board member Dr. Peter Wei attended a business roundtable Wednesday in Jilin Province to discuss how Toolots can play a role in creating export opportunities for Jilin's industrial equipment manufacturers.  

Toolots attends a business roundtable with top industrial supply business leaders in Jilin.

Director of the European and American Affairs Office of Jilin Province Liu Zhijian speaks at the exchange.

Toolots CEO Jason Fu describes the company's business model at the exchange.

The exchange featured a panel of 18 manufacturing executives, including several top industrial supply companies in Jilin. Several heads of the Jilin Provincial Government were also in attendance, including Liu Zhijian, the Director of European and American Affairs Office of Jilin Province. Changchun City Foreign Affairs Office Deputy Director Ou Shuo, Changchun Bureau of Commerce International Market Development Director Suo Tie, Deputy Director Jiang Xutang, Siping City Economic and Trade Bureau deputy director Liu Dongyu were among the officials in attendance.  

The 18 top manufacturing executives represented companies producing a wide range of industrial products, including automobile manufacturing, transformers, industrial automation, valves, power generation equipment, and other equipment. 

Toolots was given the opportunity to speak about its business model and how its platform makes it possible for industrial equipment SMEs in Jilin to become export-ready, particularly as US manufacturing heats up and its demand for equipment grows. 

"Toolots coming to Jilin is a win-win situation," said the Changchun Deputy Director of Foreign Affairs during the roundtable discussion. "It is always our goal to facilitate and build bridges when it comes to global trade, so we will do everything we can to support Toolots in helping Changchun industry explore export opportunities."  

Deputy Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Changchun City Ou Shuo speaks at the exchange.

After Toolots spoke about their platform, the Siping Economic Cooperation Bureau said that he was optimistic about the company's impact on industrial exports, and looked forward to spreading the word.  

Deputy Director of Changchun Bureau of Industry and Information Technology Jian Xutong also expressed his full support of Toolots's business model, noting an interest in helping bring more companies onboard.  

"The U.S. is bringing back manufacturing to the States, but Toolots has turned this trend into opportunity. China's industrial industry has accumulated a degree of excess capacity, yet there is a prevailing lack of know-how in terms of how to export it to U.S. manufacturers. Fortunately, this is precisely Toolots's area of expertise."  

Deputy Director of Changchun Bureau of Industry and Information Technology speaks at the exchange.

Toolots CEO Jason Fu spoke about Toolots's plans for the future:

"Before October of next year, we will have onboarded 300 industrial equipment companies which will serve as business model validation, showing investors, local governments, and business leaders our platform's potential for incredible growth." 

Toolots CEO Jason Fu speaks at the exchange.

A Chinese translated version of this article can be found here.

Creating processes and an ERP system to sustain efficiency and accuracy

CERRITOS, Calif. - September 19, 2017- Toolots Inc., a southern California based online marketplace and distribution channel for the latest high quality industrial equipment, machinery, and technology has named Rubab Ali as their new Account Manager. In this role, she will oversee all accounting processes, systems, and related matters on behalf of the company. 

Ali has over 10 years of experience in the accounting field working for a variety of companies ranging from large corporations like Red Bullto start ups like Toolots.In her previous role, Ali was the Senior AP Manager for Revolve Clothing, a fashion and designer eCommerce site based in Cerritos, CA where she managed a team of 11 individuals. When detailing her understanding of Toolots, Ali described the company as a new, unique eCommerce platform offering its' vendors and customers vital services, in addition to industrial products,to assist in the daily function of their businesses. 

As the first Accounting Manager for Toolots, Ali's main focus will be the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning(ERP) system. ERP is a database software package that manages a business's processes and operations. The use of this integrated system allows the organization and automation of office functions related to technology, services, and human resources. She will also handle optimizing and maintaining all other aspects of the business that correlate to accounting functions. In addition, Ali will be working in tandem with Toolots' current CTO William Andreozzi, as well as Toolots' contracted Odoo Solutions Architect Adam O'Connor to ensure the system meets  Toolots' exclusive needs. 

"Essentially I get to create an entire Accounting Department. I've created new processes for departments in my previous roles, but this opportunity is unique because I get to start from the ground up," Ali stated. 

We’re excited to welcome our new Accounting Manager Rubab, to our team! Learn more about her & her work here: https://t.co/VxTOAZN4eu pic.twitter.com/KQLGU6HMp7

— Toolots (@ToolotsUS) September 20, 2017

Ali defined Toolots as an "exciting" company due to the value and multitude of benefits gained from the creation of organized systems and processes. Specifically, she mentioned data and transparency as the largest benefits both the company and its vendor partners will acquire from having defined accounting systems in place. Ali stated she aims to "build the best accounting department, that is efficient, accurate, and fun," to help increase efficiency and organization throughout all levels of the company. This in turn will allow Toolots' and its vendors to use the data provided to make well informed executive decisions for their businesses. 

"I've done a little bit of everything in the accounting field really, from clerical level work all the way to senior management," Ali stated when summarizing her background. She continued by recalling her first job as was an entry level position as a bookkeeper while pursuing her accounting degree. After finalizing her degree and years of hard work, Ali's desire to grow and improve eventually allowed her to hold several titles in senior management. 

"I've always been interested in growing my skill set," Ali said. In fact she cited the potential learning opportunities as a major factor in her decision to join Toolots' startup team. "I love to learn new things and expand my knowledge," she stated. 

With the expansion of their Made in the USA vendor category and Global Commerce Services, Toolots has seen a significant increase in vendors since its' establishment May 2016. "We're excited about this period of growth our company is experience right now. Our company will be continuing to hire through the end of the year to keep up with the number of vendors and products onboarding to our platform," Hiring Manager Emilie Sperling stated. 

About Toolots 

Toolots, headquartered in Cerritos, California, offers an online marketplace and international distribution channel for factory-direct industrial tools, machinery, and manufacturing technology. Our user-friendly platform provides fast, easy access to high-quality, affordable equipment for manufacturers. More than a simple distribution channel, Toolots provides comprehensive services for companies around the world who produce the industrial machinery and equipment we sell, helping streamline the marketing, omni-channel sales, warehousing, fulfillment and after-sales service. On the customer end, Toolots simplifies the purchase, delivery, installation and warranty of industrial technology, machinery and components, and upholds product quality through a vetted network of vendors and service technicians. The company’s dedication to fostering international trade relations passes on cost savings to the consumer, contributes to reduced downtime, improves productivity and expands a manufacturer’s reach. Toolots has strategically located warehouses, showrooms, and offices across the United States, China and as of May 2017, has expanded into Taiwan. For more information visit us online at www.toolots.com. 

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Toolots is excited to announce the addition of  a new vendor, May Tool, Inc., to our E-Commerce marketplace and Global Commerce Services initiative! Based in Los Angeles, California, May Tool specializes in blacksmithing tools for the metalworking and construction industries. May Tool’s products are currently available on Toolots.com for sale to customers located domestically in the U.S. and internationally in China.

Family owned and operated since 1958, May Tool has over 50 years of experience manufacturing fundamental tools often used in paving, construction, demolition, and more. To ensure the quality of their products, May Tool also provides air tool repair and steel sharpening services with one week turn around. These services include free pickup and delivery to job sites or equipment yards for convenience, allowing customers to focus on getting their job or projects done.

May Tool's 42" Circle Shear Machine is Made in the USA and equipped with back gauge for help positioning work.

In addition, May Tool’s in-house shop includes several mills and lathes enabling their experienced machinists to perform custom machining and fabrication. May Tool is committed to providing quality products to fulfill each company or customer’s unique tooling and machinery needs.

Toolots is proud to offer our domestic and international customers quality metalworking and construction tools through the inclusion of May Tool! For purchasing information, visit May Tool, Inc.’s marketplace on Toolots.com.

Toolots is happy to announce the addition of a new vendor, Kalamazoo Machine Tool, also known as KMT Saw, to our E-Commerce marketplace and Global Commerce Services initiative! Based in Portage, Kalamazoo County, Michigan with a manufacturing facility in Italy, KMT Saw only deal in sawing machines and have been been manufacturing a broad range of circular saws and bandsaws since 1986. KMT Saw products are currently available on Toolots.com for sale to customers located domestically in the U.S. and internationally in China.

KMT Saw H 6 A-NC 20" Automatic Double Column

With roughly 30 years of industry experience, KMT Saw has shown their dedication to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. During a critical time in the development of metal cutting sawing machines, KMT SAW partnered with IMET s.p.a. to develop products that met the increasingly high quality and safety requirements of their clients and the manufacturing industry. Additionally, KMT Saw highly values their customer service and support with 99% of parts orders shipped the same day (KMT)!

Toolots is happy to offer our domestic and international customers an extensive range of metal cutting sawing machines through the inclusion of Kalamazoo Machine Tool! For purchasing information, visit KMT Saw’s marketplace on Toolots.com.

Toolots is pleased to announce the addition of a new vendor, Conquest Industries, to our E-Commerce marketplace and Global Commerce Services initiative! Conquest’s headquarters and manufacturing plant are located in a 43,000 square foot building in Santa Fe Springs, California. Conquest’s products are currently available on Toolots.com for sale to customers located domestically in the U.S. and internationally in China.

Conquest Industries' CutterMaster, versatile and easy to use.

For the last thirty eight years, Conquest has proudly manufactured quality equipment, tools, and supplies for the woodworking and metalworking industries. Products currently sold by the company include a variety of specialty metals, drill grinders, tool and end mill sharpeners, spindle line boring machines, Magnum vises, and more. In addition to their woodworking and metalworking product lines, Conquest also has an inventory of over 7,000 parts for repairs and provides excellent technical assistance to support each customer’s individual needs.

Toolots is happy to offer our domestic and international customers woodworking and metalworking machines, equipment, and tools through the inclusion of Conquest Industries. For purchasing information, visit Conquest Industries’ marketplace on Toolots.com.

Toolots works our vendors partners, like @ConquestInd to ensure our entire team has product knowledge on all items we sell. #woodworking pic.twitter.com/OQk66z1giz

— Toolots (@ToolotsUS) August 11, 2017

About Toolots

Toolots, headquartered in Cerritos, California, offers an online marketplace and international distribution channel for factory-direct industrial tools, machinery, and manufacturing technology. Our user-friendly platform provides fast, easy access to high-quality, affordable equipment for manufacturers. More than a simple distribution channel, Toolots provides comprehensive services for companies around the world who produce the  industrial machinery and equipment we sell, helping streamline the marketing, omni-channel sales, warehousing, fulfillment and after-sales service. On the customer end, Toolots simplifies the purchase, delivery, installation and warranty of industrial technology, machinery and components, and upholds product quality through a vetted network of vendors and service technicians. The company’s dedication to fostering international trade relations passes on cost savings to the consumer, contributes to reduced downtime, improves productivity and expands a manufacturer’s reach. Toolots has strategically located warehouses, showrooms, and offices across the United States, China and as of May 2017, has expanded into Taiwan. For more information visit us online at www.toolots.com.

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Atosa Catering Equipment President Michael Shao said his company's product quality and emphasis on service sets them apart from competitors.

BREA, Calif. – July 3, 2017 – Atosa Catering Equipment, Inc., a leading provider of commercial refrigeration, gas equipment, food warmers and smallwares, didn’t start out as a global business. But by focusing on providing excellent customer service, reliable equipment at aggressively competitive prices, and by funding research and development to enable product innovation, Atosa Catering has established a wide ranging customer base that has allowed them to extend sales to more than 100 countries so far.

Founded in 2003 and based in Hangzhou, China, the family-owned company now led by President Michael Shao started small. Ten years after it was founded, Atosa expanded its sales into the United States marketplace. Today, Atosa Catering Equipment now has 12 facilities stretched across the United States, all staffed with in-house technicians to provide after-sales service – an aspect of the business model Atosa leadership takes seriously.

Atosa first expanded its reach into the U.S. market four years ago, and now utilizes a network of authorized distributors to get its efficient and long-lasting refrigeration equipment in the hands of American commercial consumers, including on Toolots.com through a distribution agreement with Toolots’ sister company, Bolton Tools. Shao said customers have relayed that the quality of Atosa products greatly exceeds their expectations and that their extensive service network, with technicians available in 12 states and on-demand across the country, help ensure long-term sales into the future.

“Nobody in this industry has this kind of service,” he said. “Customers tell us they’re extremely happy with my company’s products and service. The American saying goes ‘you get what you pay for,’ but with Atosa Catering Equipment, you get more than you pay for.”

As a testament to the company’s emphasis on excellent service, the entire Atosa USA sales team has visited the company’s factory in Hangzhou, as part of an educational trip to help them become more familiar with not only the products, but the people and the technology behind them.

One of many Atosa products perfect for commercial and industrial applications is the bottom mount three-door refrigerator - promising not only energy cost savings but also reliability, competitive affordability and longevity.

“They were impressed by our China facility and were amazed at how much automation is available. The experience makes them more confident selling on the U.S. market,” Shao said.

Since Atosa products hit the Toolots Merchant Center in May through the Bolton Tools agreement, sales of the global company’s products have increased, as have inquiries from new customers looking for durable yet cost-effective commercial refrigeration units.

Speaking of Toolots Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jason Fu, whom Shao has developed an effective business relationship with since, he said, “Jason is a visionary businessman. What he is doing with Toolots is inspiring.”

“With the help of Toolots, we’ll be penetrating markets we didn’t expect to be in,” Shao added.

When asked what sets apart Atosa products from its competition, the company president said heavy, longstanding investments in research and development, striving for increased energy efficiency and durability, are a top priority. The company does not cut corners, but strives to serve as a responsible ambassador of what the best of Chinese manufacturing can truly accomplish.

“You have to invest heavily in R&D. Your quality cannot be dropped,” Shao said. “You need to keep investing to do everything you can to defend your brand, your reputation. Conquer the problems in order to make your product better and better.”

One of the challenges faced by many foreign companies considering entering the U.S. market, Atosa included, are the shifting legal standards, import restrictions, labor laws and many others. With Toolots’ help, Atosa has access to logistical, capital and other types of support that makes the manufacturer’s job easier.

“Toolots allows them to focus on product development, education and guiding them to comply with U.S. laws and standards,” Shao said.

Shao added he believes himself to be an ambassador for the Chinese manufacturing industry, taking pride in the heavy investments into research and development to make his company’s products more efficient year after year and of increasingly high quality. Additionally, an emphasis on growing the company’s service team, both from a customer service and technical perspective, has helped grow Atosa’s reputation, Shao said.

Looking ahead, the Atosa Catering Equipment president added, “I am excited about the future of Atosa. I have great faith in Toolots. It has great leadership and a professional team. It’s an excellent platform for Chinese manufacturers to enter the U.S. marketplace."

Atosa Catering Equipment Inc., products are currently available on Toolots.com and are distributed through Bolton Tools. For additional information, visit Toolots.com or contact our Customer Service Representatives at (844) 866-5687.

CERRITOS, Calif. – June 27, 2017 – Toolots, Inc., a Southern California-based online marketplace and distribution channel for factory-direct industrial machinery, equipment, and manufacturing equipment, is pleased to announce the addition of a new vendor in Long Beach, Calif. Morgan Industries, Inc., founded in 1968, is a manufacturer of plastic injection molding machines perfect for short-run manufacturing and prototypes.

President of Morgan Industries, Chuck R. Land, demonstrates the operation for the company's Morgan-Press. The injection molding machine is perfect for short-run and prototype manufacturing, is simple to use, and utilizes minimal energy.

Morgan Industries has been based in Long Beach since its inception, and over the years has continuously produced quality, hand-crafted hand press injection molding machines. President Chuck R. Land, who joined Morgan Industries in 1970, said the company got its jumpstart after one of the world’s largest toy manufacturers sought their expertise to develop a machine for prototype design and production. After back-and-forth with the manufacturer and a few prototypes, the Morgan-Press was created. To date, thousands have since been shipped domestically and abroad.

Land said it’s a source of pride knowing hundreds of factories, shops, educational institutions and others around the world have Morgan-Press injection molding machines running, even decades after purchase. “We have machines out there that have been running for more than 30 years,” he said.

Morgan Industries’ Morgan-Press injection molding machines come with the following standard features: solid state temperature controllers with a digital setpoint and readout, three-mode proportioning and programmable controls from 0-800 degrees Fahrenheit (0-430 degrees Celsius). The long-lasting and time-tested heavy duty cast aluminum construction provides additional longevity for your machine, including hardened and chrome-plated barrels. The Morgan-Press includes a generous 8” by 11” inch maximum mold plan area, and injection speed control provides variable cavity fill rates into the mold.  

Hooking up Morgan-Press injection molding machines is convenient with 120 volt AC and compressed air (maximum psi of 160), and 240 Volt AC upon customer request. A wide range of optional, add-on equipment provides additional customization and functionality for each unique job. Add-on equipment currently available includes a pre-heat plate, standard and anti-drool nozzles, a nozzle adapter and pneumatic hook-up kit. The all-inclusive hook-up kit simplifies installation of the Morgan-Press machine and includes a shut-off valve, in-line filter and lubricator quick disconnect, and all necessary fittings and hoses needed to connect the press to a compressed air outlet.

Land said Morgan Industries is firmly dedicated to workplace safety, and their injection molding machines have had these safety features for decades, long before federal requirements. All Morgan-Press machines come with a safety cage surrounding the mold assembly, and a safety gate protecting the hopper to protect the operator from heated plastic and moving machine components.

Additionally, Morgan Industries offers a mold spacer block to increase table height, a purging mold, barrel cleaning kit, as well as a start-up kit that includes testing material – 15 pounds of easy-flow polypropylene for initial machine tryout, mold testing, and purging.

Morgan Industries has been a reliable, profitable operation serving hundreds of different companies, educational institutions for over 45 years, according to Land. One element that sets the Morgan-Press apart from its competitors is its ease of use. No special skills are needed to operate the injection molding machine, and it utilizes very little electricity.

“We deal with a lot of beginners in the industry,” Land said. “We’ve found that almost anyone with practical shop skills can quickly learn to produce at rates of up to 180 shots per hour…it’s not rocket science, but it’s practical. From an industry standpoint, it’s also an energy saver.”

To purchase the Morgan-Press, visit the Morgan Industries portal on the Toolots Merchant Center here. They are available to U.S. and international customers.