ourhistory
Ideal-tek is constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of precision tools with innovative products, prompt customer support, and a highly-skilled team.
60 years of quality
2023
Our Ideal-tek Scissor Family has grown,
introducing 8 new lines crafted to satisfy
all your cutting needs.
introducing 8 new lines crafted to satisfy
all your cutting needs.
2021
The Ideal-tek trademark turns blue. The white sail in the blue sky represents the two passions of our founders: travel adventures and innovation.
2017
Ideal-tek has achieved ISO 13485 Medical Device Certification. This internationally recognized certification is another milestone that demonstrates Ideal-tek overall commitment to continual improvement.
2016
Ideal-tek moved again; into an even larger building in order to increase production capacity and introduce further manufacturing efficiencies.
2010
Ideal-tek expanded its distribution network into the Medical device manufacturing and Microscopy industries
2008
Ideal-tek relocated into a new building in order to further increase production capacity. The company also developed a new line of cutters and pliers.
2006
Salvatore Alivesi joined the company as production engineer, bringing additional knowledge and skills to Ideal-tek’s ‘innovation team’.
2003
Ideal-tek started to sell its products in the watch and jewellery markets, gaining a large market share in a short period of time thanks to its versatility and speed in understanding the needs of end users.
2001
Sandro Grisoni, Franco’s son, took over the management to preserve the Ideal-tek company philosophy.
1994
Ideal-tek obtained the ISO9000 standards, the first in its industry.
1990
Ideal-tek expanded the R&D capability in order to meet more complex customer requirements. The company also pioneered the development of special plastic and ceramic tweezers for high demanding electronics and laboratory applications.
1988
Ideal-tek moved its plants to Balerna to increase its production capacity. It also started to automate its manufacturing processes.
1964
Ideal-tek S.A. was founded by Franco Grisoni and Marco Grassi as Ideal-Outils s.a. to produce and sell precision tools to the electronics and micro assembly industries.