Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Precision Rotary Die Rolls for Bakery & Snack Food Industries
Since 1991, American Engraving has specialized in precision rotary die roll manufacturing for the bakery, confectionery, and snack food industries. Founded by Thomas Magarian and Michael Gioia in Addison, Illinois, the company established itself as a leader in tool and die manufacturing through its commitment to quality and innovation. In 2008, industry expert Stu Kriegermeier joined as a partner, enabling significant growth and a relocation to a larger facility in Bensenville, Illinois, in 2014. Our expertise includes one-piece solid bronze die rolls, plastic insert dies (PID), and advanced 3D CAD/CAM technology for rapid design rendering and prototyping. We offer emergency repair services, reconditioning, and recoating of die rolls from any manufacturer, ensuring minimal production downtime for clients.Our engineers specialize in solving complex design challenges and developing customized solutions for high-wear applications, utilizing both traditional and nontraditional materials. With over three decades of experience, we serve major names in the baking industry, providing technical support, R&D collaboration, and fast turnaround times for tooling samples. Our temperature-controlled manufacturing facility guarantees consistent quality year-round, while our extensive library of tested designs enables efficient innovation. We maintain partnerships with clients through transparent communication, technical expertise, and a focus on long-term reliability, positioning ourselves as a trusted partner in the rotary die industry.
Services
Rotary Die Manufacturing
Die Roll Repair
Reconditioning Services
3D CAD Design
Coating Applications
Emergency Repairs
R&D Collaboration
Prototyping
Plastic Insert Dies
Custom Engraving
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialized experience in rotary die roll manufacturing.
- Our emergency repair services minimize production downtime for clients.
- Custom 3D CAD/CAM tools enable rapid design rendering and prototyping.
- We provide R&D collaboration for high-wear and long-production applications.
- Temperature-controlled facility ensures consistent manufacturing quality year-round.
Services
Rotary Die Manufacturing
We manufacture precision rotary die rolls in bronze, stainless steel, and plastic insert materials for bakery and snack food production. Our temperature-controlled facility ensures consistent quality, while 3D CAD/CAM technology enables rapid prototyping and customization. Designed for durability in high-wear applications, these dies meet exact specifications for complex shapes and extended production runs.
Emergency Die Repair
Our emergency repair service addresses critical die roll failures with fast turnaround times. We handle reconditioning and recoating of existing dies from any manufacturer, minimizing production downtime. Using advanced diagnostics and replacement techniques, we restore functionality to dies used in cookie, cracker, and pet treat manufacturing operations.
3D CAD Design
We utilize proprietary 3D CAD/CAM tools to create precise digital models for die roll designs. This technology allows rapid rendering of customer concepts into functional prototypes, with acrylic samples shipped within 48 hours. Our system supports both 2D and 3D design specifications for complex shapes and patterns.
Coating Applications
We apply specialized coatings including ceramic (FEP), Xylan (FEP), Teflon (PTFE), and electroless nickel to enhance die performance. These treatments improve release properties and durability for different dough types, from abrasive formulations to sticky varieties, with options optimized for extended production runs.
R&D Collaboration
Our engineers partner with clients on research and development projects to improve die life and production efficiency. We test innovative material combinations and design modifications for specific applications, providing technical expertise to solve complex manufacturing challenges in high-wear environments.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in rotary die solutions for the bakery, confectionery, and snack food industries, including cookie, cracker, candy, and pet treat manufacturers.
Can you repair existing die rolls?
Yes, we offer emergency repair, reconditioning, and recoating services for die rolls from any manufacturer, with rapid turnaround times to minimize production delays.
What materials do you work with?
We manufacture die rolls using bronze, stainless steel, and plastic insert dies (PID), selecting materials based on your production requirements and wear resistance needs.
How quickly can you produce prototypes?
Our 3D CAD/CAM system enables us to create acrylic tooling samples within 48 hours of receiving your design specifications, which we ship via FedEx for your review.
Do you offer coating options?
We provide multiple coating solutions including ceramic, Xylan, Teflon, and electroless nickel treatments to optimize release properties and durability for different dough types.
Where is your facility located?
Our manufacturing facility is located at 151 Wilson Ct, Bensenville, IL 60106, with nationwide shipping capabilities for all our rotary die products and services.
Reviews (1)
Jim Molchan
Aug 26, 2018
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Very good service and delivery times, Strong design expertise, and Competitive pricing for rotary dies.
