Stickel GmbH · Reutlingen · Broaching technology for over 20 years
: a one-stop shop for reaming tools and contract manufacturing
If keyways, internal profiles, or broaching tools are a problem—we’ll solve it. As a system supplier to the automotive, mechanical engineering, drive technology, and other core industries, we manufacture and deliver everything from a single source: precisely, quickly, and with the expertise of true specialists.
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Why Stickel GmbH
Precision broaching technology – all from a single source
Where others fall short, we deliver. Stickel GmbH is your specialized system supplier for broaching technology and contract manufacturing—serving the automotive, mechanical engineering, drive technology, hydraulics, and all other core industries. For over 20 years, we have been manufacturing keyways, spline profiles, internal profiles, and custom shapes precisely according to your drawings.
What sets us apart: We are both a tool manufacturer and a contract manufacturer. For you, this means: a single point of contact for any technical issue involving internal profiles, superior process expertise, and a level of coordination between tool, machine, and component that a pure contract manufacturer simply cannot match.
Our customers come from the fields of mechanical engineering, drive technology, hydraulics, automotive engineering, and many other industries—and they trust us because we deliver what we promise: fast, reliable service with the depth of expertise you’d expect from true specialists.
Contract manufacturing
Our manufacturing processes
Five specialized processes—we’ll advise you on which one offers the most cost-effective solution for your part geometry, material, and production volume.
Main proceedings
Payroll offices
Keyways to DIN 6885, spline profiles, and internal profiles—all in a single pass with maximum dimensional accuracy.
- Groove widths 2–20 mm in accordance with DIN 6885
- Horizontal and vertical reaming machines
- Available in IT7, with quantities of up to 100,000 units
Complex profiles
Profile rooms
Spline profiles, involute gears, hexagons, squares, polygons, and custom shapes—all produced with precision in a single operation.
- Internal hex and internal square
- Involute gears, splined shafts
- Custom profiles made to drawing
For blind slots
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Through-hole and blind-hole slotting—even where broaching is not technically feasible. Multiple slotting machines with strokes up to 350 mm.
- Through-hole and blind-hole grooves
- Stroke up to 350 mm, IT8–IT9
- Ideal for replacement parts and one-of-a-kind items
Pure precision
Slotting & EDM
Groove cutting for single grooves in through-holes. Wire EDM for maximum precision—even in hardened materials.
- Cutting single grooves with a draw knife
- Eroding: even hardened materials
- Burr-free, clean cut surfaces
Why Stickel is the right partner
Your challenge is our mission.
A bottleneck in your production line? A complex geometry with no solution? Dull tools and no time? We provide answers—not excuses. As a system supplier with our own tooling department and in-house contract manufacturing, we have real flexibility.
Manufacturers & Contract Manufacturers
Your one-stop shop for reaming tools and machining. Perfect coordination between tool, machine, and component—all from a single source.
Quote within 24–48 hours
Send us your drawing and tell us the quantity—we’ll provide a quick, binding quote. You’ll have a personal contact person, not an anonymous call center.
A specialist with depth
Cleaning technology is our sole area of expertise. This focus results in superior process knowledge, consistent quality, and genuine consulting expertise.
All types of entries are welcome
Single units, small batches, or large-scale production runs of over 100,000 units—no minimum order quantity. The same level of care for every order size.
Custom manufacturing
Dimensionally stable and reproducible. No compromises on tolerances, surfaces, or geometry—exactly according to your CAD data.
All common materials
Structural steel, heat-treated steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, gray cast iron—we can advise you on the right process for your material.
Nationwide delivery
Via DPD or a freight forwarder – throughout Germany and to other European countries. Pickup at our Reutlingen location is also available.
Re-sharpening Service
Professional regrinding of broach needles directly at the manufacturer. Longer service life, lower tooling costs, and fast turnaround.
Cleaning Tools & Products
Two core areas – one specialist
Broaching tools are at the technical heart of our work. With over 20 years of experience in broaching technology—as a contract manufacturer and tooling specialist—we advise and supply customers with keyway broaches and profile broaching tools for demanding manufacturing tasks.
Core competency
Keyway reaming tools
Keyway broaching tools
In accordance with DIN 6885 – standard dimensions and custom dimensions based on customer drawings
Keyway broaches are our specialty—we manufacture the majority of our product range in-house and have the necessary experience and process expertise to make the right design decisions. This enables us to tailor our solutions to your specific component, ensure quick turnaround times, and offer a resharpening service that truly understands the tool. Single-pass and multi-pass broaches, in standard dimensions according to DIN 6885 as well as custom designs based on drawings.
Materials
- M2 HSS – Standard, also suitable for stainless steel
- M35 HSS-Co – high-grade, for more demanding materials
- PM-HSS – Powder metallurgy, for the most demanding applications
Coatings
- Uncoated – Standard for many applications
- TiN – Golden yellow, up to 600°C, significantly longer service life
- AlCrona Pro – Light Gray, up to 1,100°C, Maximum Service Life
Versions
- Tuning pegs – classic, single-action
- Multi-pass needles – multi-stage, for larger machining volumes
- Chamfer – none / front-running / rear-running
Core competency
Profile broaching tools
Cleaning tools for internal profiles
Precise internal profiles according to drawings – for complex geometries with high repeatability
For complex internal profiles that go beyond simple keyways, the right tool design is crucial. We have extensive experience with complex profile geometries and can advise you on selecting and specifying the appropriate tool—tailored to the material, machine, and required tolerance. The goal is always a stable, repeatable process.
Typical profiles
- Square – Internal square per drawing
- Hexagon – Internal hexagon, DIN and custom sizes
- Involute gears – to DIN standards and custom geometries
- Serrated teeth – in accordance with standards and drawings
- Custom profiles – made to customer specifications
Materials
- M2 HSS – Standard Applications
- M35 HSS-Co – higher hot hardness, tougher materials
- PM-HSS – Powder metallurgy, maximum performance
Coatings
- Uncoated – for standard materials
- TiN – Golden yellow, up to 600°C, longer service life
- AlCrona Pro – Light Gray, up to 1,100°C, Maximum Service Life
Service & Expertise
Regrinding service for broach needles
Dull broaching pins do not need to be replaced. We regrind the clearance angle and rake angle, refit broaching inserts made of spring steel sheet, and restore your pins to their original service life—quickly, professionally, and for both in-house and third-party tools.
Products
System tools and measuring equipment for a reliable broaching process—designed to work with our broaching needles.
Clearance surveys
Precision chucks for form-fit tool clamping—custom-designed for each component and machine.
Clearance items
Spring steel inserts for cutting depth adjustment – easy to replace during regrinding, ensuring consistent performance in mass production.
Groove cutter
HSS grooving cutters for blind and through holes, as well as carbide indexable inserts with a pusher—for dimensionally accurate and repeatable grooving operations.
Boundary wave groove gauges
Go/No-Go inspection of groove width and depth directly on the component—made of gauge steel for standard-compliant quality control in mass production.
How it works
Your inquiry – as simple as possible
You have a problem—we have the solution. Whether you’re facing a production bottleneck, need an urgent repair, or require a new design: Send us your drawing. We’ll take care of the rest and get back to you quickly with a binding quote.
Submit your drawing
Simply email us your drawing—along with the material and the desired quantity. No specific file format or requirements. We’ll get back to you.
We provide advice and prepare estimates
We will review your request, recommend the most cost-effective solution, and send you a binding quote within 24–48 hours—one that is transparent and includes pricing and delivery times.
Precision Manufacturing
Once you place your order, we will manufacture your components to exact specifications based on your drawings. Every part is inspected for dimensional accuracy and quality before shipment.
Delivery right to your door
We ship via DPD or a freight forwarder—throughout Germany and to other European countries. Of course, you can also pick up your order in person in Reutlingen.
System supplier for key industries
Your partner in key industries
As a system supplier, we are there where our customers need to solve their problems—in mass production, in custom machine building, and in repair situations. Keyways and internal profiles connect shafts, hubs, and drive elements in virtually every manufacturing industry. We understand the requirements:
Ready to submit your request?
Send us your drawing—we’ll get back to you within 24–48 hours with a firm quote. Personal, professional, and straightforward. Demolition technology is our core business—and it shows.
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