--- title: "History, tradition & expertise: what is important to you when choosing a Machine Tool Partner?" description: When companies purchase machine tools, they spend a great deal of time interacting with the manufacturer or supplier. Having a partner with industry experience and a proven track record are a must. image: https://www.bardonsoliver.com/hubfs/Rotating%20Head%20cutoff%20machine%20with%20Robot%20unloading.small.jpg --- 440.498.5800 5800 Harper Road • Solon, OH 44139 [![BNOLogo](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/hubfs/BNOLogo.png "BNOLogo")](https://www.bardonsoliver.com) - [About Us](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us) - [7 Great Reasons to Choose B&O](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us-why-choose-bardons-and-oliver) - [Company History](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us/company-history) - [Industries & Applications](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/industries-applications) - [Services & Capabilities](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities) - [Machine Shop / Precision Machining](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining) - [Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/parts-services) - [Resources](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources) - [Videos](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/videos) - [Photos](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/photos) - [Literature & Historic Manuals](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/product-literature-historic-manuals) - [Contact Us](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us) - [Sales & Distribution](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/sales-distribution) - [Parts & Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/replacement-parts) - [Parts & Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/replacement-parts) - [Request a Quote](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/request-quote) - [Blog](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/blog) - [About Us](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us) - [7 Great Reasons to Choose B&O](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us-why-choose-bardons-and-oliver) - [Company History](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/about-us/company-history) - [Industries & Applications](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/industries-applications) - [Services & Capabilities](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities) - [Machine Shop / Precision Machining](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining) - [Equipment List](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining/equipment-list) - [Horizontal & Vertical CNC Milling](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining/horizontal-vertical-cnc-milling) - [Horizontal & Vertical CNC Turning](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining/horizontal-vertical-cnc-turning) - [Precision Metrology & Inspection](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining/precision-metrology) - [Additional Services](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/contract-machining/additional-services) - [Photo Gallery](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/photos) - [Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/parts-services) - [Resources](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources) - [Videos](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/videos) - [Photos](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/photos) - [Literature & Historic Manuals](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/resources/product-literature-historic-manuals) - [Contact Us](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us) - [Sales & Distribution](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/sales-distribution) - [Parts & Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/replacement-parts) - [Parts & Service](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/services-capabilities/replacement-parts) - [Request a Quote](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/request-quote) - [Contract Machining](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/request-quote/contract-machining) - [Repair Part](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/contact-us/request-quote/part-repair) - [Blog](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/blog) Bardons & Oliver Blog # [History, tradition & expertise: what is important to you when choosing a Machine Tool Partner?](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/blog/history-tradition-expertise-what-is-important-to-you-when-choosing-a-machine-tool-partner) Feb 16, 2018 4:26:49 PM / by [Jon Beattie](https://www.bardonsoliver.com/blog/author/jon-beattie) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Deciding to purchase a new machine can be a complex task. There are many decision makers and influencers involved to help evaluate current production needs and future business growth. The most successful companies know the importance of having the best possible machine tool partner in order to make their project flourish.   When companies purchase machine tools, they spend a great deal of time interacting with the manufacturer or supplier. Having a partner with industry experience and a proven track record are a must. Another critical component for organizations is to internally meet with everyone involved in running and maintaining the equipment. Manufacturing engineers, machine operators and maintenance personnel must all work together in the decision making process.     You want a machine that offers the best performance for your specific needs with unmatched service and support for continued success. With equipment built to last for decades, access to the builders’ top engineering and resources available allow for less downtime and increased production.   Bardons & Oliver has a long history of machine manufacturing experience and innovation. Utilizing the most advanced technology allows us to provide our customers with unparalleled machining solutions. We have an established belief of working closely with companies to create effective communication throughout the life of the machine. All of our machines are backed by Bardons & Oliver’s 125-year tradition of reliable, quality engineered solutions and customer focus. 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