Toolpath Labs and TRAK Machine Tools Announce Partnership

Toolpath and TRAK Machine Tools announce a partnership to bring AI-powered solutions to machine shops across the US and Canada.

Toolpath (Toolpath Labs, Inc.) and TRAK Machine Tools are thrilled to announce their new partnership, aimed at revolutionizing the machine shop experience by delivering AI-powered functionality to machinists and manufacturers in the US and Canada. This collaboration will feature Toolpaths' advanced software alongside TRAK Machine Tools’ industry-leading ProtoTRAK CNC platform, offering machinists a blend of simplicity and sophistication that enhances productivity and reduces complexity.

Under this partnership, TRAK Machine Tools will showcase Toolpath AI-driven software for machinability, estimating, and CAM programming during events, including open houses, training sessions, and trade shows. TRAK Machine Tools’ customers will gain extended access to a 90-day trial of Toolpath’s software, allowing them to explore its full potential in real-world scenarios.

Empowering machine shops with AI

“AI is becoming more helpful in all areas, and its potential for changing the circumstances in machine shops is staggering,” said Steve Pinto, CEO of TRAK Machine Tools. “We will be able to introduce this technology along with the ProtoTRAK CNC platform, assuring our customers an experience that benefits them as soon as they make use of the platform.”

Toolpath CEO Al Whatmough shared similar enthusiasm: “For decades, the ProtoTRAK has made CNC programming accessible to thousands of machinists who may never have otherwise touched a CNC. We’ve already seen how Toolpath software makes machining more accessible and easier for all skill levels.”

Transforming quoting and programming

“Every day we walk into shops and see business owners and managers buried under work, much of it in estimating and quoting,” said John Arroues, Vice President of Marketing for TRAK Machine Tools. “As a former shop owner myself, I know what a prison it can feel like sometimes. Toolpath slashes the time required to do good quotes.”

Mark Takahashi, Plant Manager for TRAK Machine Tools, added, “The Toolpath software is a game-changer for us. The guys on the shop floor can program simpler parts themselves. It has elevated the contribution of even the less experienced people.”

Toolpath’s AI-powered software doesn’t replace human expertise but enhances it by automating tedious tasks and reducing risk. For example, the software identifies complex part features that an estimator might overlook, preventing underbidding and financial loss.

A shared vision of accessibility and usability

ProtoTRAK and Toolpath share a defining characteristic: they make advanced technology accessible and easy for machinists of all skill levels. ProtoTRAK simplifies CNC programming, empowering machinists to focus on perfecting their work without the burden of repetitive, time-consuming tasks. Similarly, Toolpath’s software delivers immediate productivity benefits while leaving critical decision-making in the hands of experienced professionals.

“People learn to run ProtoTRAK machines in hours, not days or weeks,” Pinto noted. “We break things down for people and help them manage risk in their choices by being thorough in demonstrations and letting them interact with ProtoTRAK.”

Accessible technology for the future of manufacturing

This partnership reinforces Toolpath and TRAK Machine Tools’ commitment to delivering easy-to-use solutions that meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s machinists. Together, they empower manufacturers to embrace the future of machining with confidence, precision, and efficiency.

About TRAK Machine Tools

TRAK Machine Tools is a leader in CNC solutions for small-lot machining. Known for its ProtoTRAK control systems, TRAK combines innovation and simplicity to empower manufacturers at every level.