About CTD
“Classic” — a creation of quality that has passed the test of time.
Ivo Oppio founded the family business, Classic Tool & Die, in 1978 and started small in Oldcastle. The company grew into a supplier of mid- to large-size metal stamping dies, especially for automotive work, and today operates from an approximately 30,000 square foot facility at 2325 Olympia Drive, Oldcastle, Ontario, Canada.
Automotive work has been the core of the business. Company materials also name medical instruments, plastic injection moulds, aerospace, mining and home appliances, and Classic builds tools for parts supplied to Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Mazda, Nissan and Toyota.
Milestones
- 1978 — Family business founded by Ivo Oppio in Oldcastle.
- 1984 — Pioneered wire-cut EDM service in Southern Ontario.
- 1986 — Classic Tool & Die (1986) Inc.
- Today — About 30,000 sq ft, with a 1,500-ton Danly press (96″ × 212″ bed).
The Classic Mission
Establish Classic Tool & Die (1986) Inc. as the premier purveyor of the finest tools for the metal stamped parts industry, and preferred supplier of the most accurate machining and on time delivery service in North America while maintaining our uncompromising principles as we grow.
Our principles
- A great work environment, with respect and dignity.
- Embrace diversity.
- The highest standards of excellence in training, purchasing, designing, machining and delivery.
- Professional, innovative solutions for our customers’ unique needs.
- Earning our customers’ trust through dependability and honesty.
- Contribute positively to our community and the environment.
- Recognize profitability as essential to our future success.
Management
- Ivo Oppio — President
- Adriano Oppio — Vice President
- Kathryn Oppio — Controller
- Paul Oppio — Manager