A History of Excellence

 

Norton Clipper has been a leading brand for over 80 years, revolutionising the building and construction industry with the invention of the world’s first laser welded diamond blade. 

 

1937

Invention of the first masonry saw and foundation of Clipper Manufacturing Company in Kansas City, MO, USA.

1950

Expansion to Europe.

1963

Building of a new manufacturing site in Bascharage, Luxembourg.

1982

Norton revolutionises the building and construction market patenting the world's first laser-welded diamond blade.

1990

Acquired by Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest industrial companies.

1992

Luxembourg plant is converted from machines to diamond blades manufacturing.

1995

Refurbishment of the Bascharage manufacturing site.

2002

1 Million working hours without lost-time Accident in our plant in Luxembourg.

2008

Launch of Norton Silencio the most silent cutting diamond blade.

2011

Norton Silencio wins the 1st prize for innovation in Safety from Luxembourg Accident Insurance association.

2015

Norton Clipper launches revolutionary i-HD diamond tool technology.

Today

Norton Clipper continues to deliver innovation and cutting edge technology through a complete range of construction blades and machines for the most demanding professionals, craftsmen and contractors within the building, construction and stone industry.