Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions is pleased to announce our recent merger with Applied Cutting Technology of Midlothian, Virginia. The new company will be known henceforth as Hyde. At the time of the merger, Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions had been serving the industry since Isaac P. Hyde started it in 1875. They made an international name […]
What Makes a Good Lineman Knife?
Searching for a better lineman knife? If you’ve been researching available knives, chances are you’ve discovered there’s a vast selection to wade through. There are plenty of knife options out there when it comes to cable prep. The best tool for the job is versatile enough to tackle any of a lineman’s tasks, from the […]
Hyde IBS Merger with Applied Cutting Technology
HYDE IBS enters into merger with APPLIED CUTTING TECHNOLOGY of MIDLOTHIAN VIRGINIA Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS), a division of Hyde Tools, Inc., today announced the merger between Applied Cutting Technology of Midlothian Virginia and Hyde IBS. The merger will deliver a wider selection of products and technology to both company’s customers. The new company […]
Poultry Processing Flow Chart
There are around 300 poultry-processing facilities in the U.S. and Canada combined. Each plant processes upwards of 55 million birds per year. In addition to the primary processing of live birds into saleable parts, there’s also secondary processing that takes those parts and turns them into: Chicken nuggets Chicken fingers Turkey bacon Chicken thighs Breast […]
How the Global Raw Material Shortage is Affecting The Blade Industry
Right now, industries around the world are experiencing difficulties sourcing materials. There’s no single issue driving this global raw material shortage—it’s a blend of pandemic-related shifts in supply and demand, shipping logistics, and labor availability. At Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions, we’re committed to being upfront about how disruptions may affect your blade supply, so let’s […]
Food Processing Terminology
The food processing industry uses a wide range of terminology to describe various aspects of the business. The below food processing terminology guide is a great resource for beginners and will allow seasoned veterans to brush up on new terms. Absorbent Packing – Material within a package which absorbs liquids from a product; pad in […]
Granulators vs. Pelletizers
The plastics processing industry relies on specialized machinery to cut and grind material to a specific size or shape. Granulators and pelletizers are commonly found in plastic processing plants. However, they perform two very different tasks. Read on to learn more about the differences between granulators and pelletizers. Granulators Granulator machines are used mainly to […]
Hyde Acquires Slitting Knives Line From Thurston Manufacturing
Purchase augments Hyde’s industrial machine knife product range offering to customers in the metal, paper, cloth, fabric and rubber industries Southbridge, MA (February 1, 2019) – Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS), a division of Hyde Tools, Inc., today announced the acquisition of the square edge slitting knives line from Thurston Manufacturing of Smithfield, RI. The […]
Industrial Sales Pro Joins Hyde IBS
Southbridge, MA (January 9, 2019) – Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS) today announced that Steve McCormack of Roswell, GA, has been named to the position of Southeast Regional Sales Manager at the leading manufacturer of industrial knives and blades. In this role, Mr. McCormack will manage Hyde’s sales force, distributors and customers in the states […]
New Seafood Processing Blades Deliver Better Corrosion Resistance And Greater Productivity
New FC Revolution Seafood Processing Blades Deliver Better Corrosion Resistance And Greater Productivity In Harsh Environments Southbridge, MA (November 16, 2018) – The next generation of seafood processing blades offering enhanced corrosion resistance, better cuts and less potential for waste has been developed by Hyde Industrial Blade Solutions (IBS), a division of The Hyde Group. Hyde […]