The name TKM stands for a globally operating group of companies which manufactures machine knives and machine elements for the paper, wood, metal, plastics, rubber and recycling industry. In 1863, the company was found as trading firm. The production of machine knives began in 1908. The registered office of the group, which cultivates worldwide business relations, is located in Remscheid. The group operates production sites in Germany, Austria, Finland and China. The US division is located in the Greater Cincinnati area and specializes in doctor blades for the packaging industry and circular and straight knives for the tissue, paper converting and printing industries.