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Precision Engineering for more than two centuries

For more than two centuries, Lapmaster Wolters has been helping manufacturers achieve the highest levels of precision and surface quality. What began as a small engineering business has evolved into a global leader in precision surfacing solutions, serving some of the world's most demanding industries.

Today, our technologies support the production of semiconductors, advanced materials, and general industries such as optics, automotive components, and medical devices. With operations across North America, Asia, and Europe we combine global expertise with local support to help our customers solve complex manufacturing challenges.

Our history is defined by continuous innovation, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships.

 

Lapmaster Wolters Timeline Highlights

  1. Established as division of John Crane in Chicago, IL

  2. Established Lapmaster UK

  3. Established Japanese Joint Ventures

  4. Purchased by TI Group plc (FTSE 100)

  5. Purchased by Smiths Group plc (FTSE 100)

  6. Management Buy Out by Brian Nelson

  7. Established Lapmaster India Chennai

  8. Established Lapmaster China Shenyang

  9. Relocates to new facility in Mount Prospect, IL

  10. Acquisition of Peter Wolters and changes name to Lapmaster Wolters

    Acquisition of Peter Wolters and changes name to Lapmaster Wolters

  11. The PSS Group acquires the wafering division of Meyer Burger in Switzerland.

    The PSS Group acquires the wafering division of Meyer Burger in Switzerland.

  12. Wire saw production is relocated from Switzerland to Germany

    Wire saw production is relocated from Switzerland to Germany

  13. Acquisition of the assets of Revasum

    Acquisition of the assets of Revasum

 

Peter Wolters Timeline Highlights

  1. Founded by Mr. Peter Wolters

    Founded by Mr. Peter Wolters

  2. Beginning of the licensed production of fine grinding, lapping, and polishing machines.

    Beginning of the licensed production of fine grinding, lapping, and polishing machines.

  3. Delivery of the first lapping machine for silicon wafers to the company Wacker.

  4. Sale of the first machine series for the semiconductor industry to the company Wacker.

  5. Established Peter Wolters of America Inc.

  6. Established Peter Wolters Asia Pte. Ltd

  7. Delivery of the first series of Peter Wolters CMP machines for processing wafer structures (structured wafers).

    Delivery of the first series of Peter Wolters CMP machines for processing wafer structures (structured wafers).

  8. Established Peter Wolters Japan K.K.

  9. Deburring machines become part of the Peter Wolters product portfolio

    Deburring machines become part of the Peter Wolters product portfolio

  10. Acquisition of Peter Wolters by Novellus Systems (2012 acquired by Lam Research)

    Acquisition of Peter Wolters by Novellus Systems (2012 acquired by Lam Research)

  11. Lapmaster takes over Peter Wolters GmbH with subsequent change of name to Lapmaster Wolters.

 

GLOBAL PRESENCE

Local Expertise. Global Strength.

With facilities and service teams across North America, Asia, and Europe Lapmaster Wolters supports customers wherever they operate.

Our global network combines local responsiveness with worldwide expertise, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions and reliable support across industries and regions.