Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Food Processing Machines and Equipment
Products:
LC Tru Hone Knife Sharpener, HC Tru Hone Knife Sharpener, HG3 Hollow Grinder, HR8 Honer
Tru Hone Corporation, based in Ocala, Florida, is a U.S.-based manufacturer of professional knife sharpening systems and equipment. For over 40 years, Tru Hone has been a trusted supplier to the food processing, foodservice, and cutlery industries, offering industrial-grade sharpening machines designed for precision, speed, and safety.
Core Business
Tru Hone specializes in the design, engineering, and production of high-performance knife sharpening equipment for commercial and industrial use. The company provides turnkey solutions for businesses requiring consistent, repeatable edge quality across large volumes of blades.
Its core product line includes:
- HG3 Hollow Grinder – Used for creating uniform bevels and blade shaping
- HR8 Honer – Precision edge sharpening with adjustable honing angles
- Crossteel – A manual knife finishing tool
- Knife Carts & Totes – For safe and efficient transport of sharpened cutlery
- Grinding, Honing & Polishing Wheels – Replacement and customizable abrasives
- Knife Sheaths – Durable storage solutions for professional blades
- Scissor Sharpeners – Tools for grooming and foodservice scissors
Tru Hone products are used in meat processing plants, supermarkets, fish markets, commercial kitchens, and sharpening service providers.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
Tru Hone’s sharpening systems are known for their:
- Speed and precision: Designed for rapid sharpening while preserving blade life
- Ease of use: Intuitive operation requiring minimal training
- Durability: Constructed from industrial-grade materials for long service life
- Repeatability: Capable of maintaining uniform edge geometry across hundreds of blades per day
Their machines are used by knife rental and sharpening services that supply industries with sharpened cutlery on a subscription basis, helping reduce overhead and enhance operational efficiency.
Financial Performance
While Tru Hone Corporation is privately held and does not disclose specific revenue data, it serves clients in over 30 countries and is a recognized name in the professional sharpening equipment sector. Its global reach and niche specialization position it as a leader in sharpening technology for industrial foodservice.
According to market insights, the global knife sharpening tools market was valued at over USD 700 million in 2022, with Tru Hone holding a substantial market share in the commercial and professional segment.
Shipment Records
Tru Hone’s equipment and accessories are regularly shipped to:
- North America: Supermarket chains, meat processors, and foodservice distributors
- Europe and Asia: Knife rental companies, food factories, and sharpening services
- Latin America and Middle East: Expanding market for industrial food equipment
They offer both direct sales and international distribution, with equipment shipped via freight forwarding partners and select resellers globally.
Target Market
Tru Hone caters to a wide range of industries including:
- Meat, poultry, and seafood processing
- Supermarkets and grocery store chains
- Restaurant and institutional foodservice
- Knife sharpening service providers
- Culinary schools and commissaries
The brand is particularly valued by high-throughput environments where sharp knives are critical to safety, yield, and product quality.
Capabilities
Tru Hone maintains strong capabilities in:
- In-house design and engineering
- U.S.-based manufacturing and quality control
- Custom abrasive wheel solutions
- Customer training and technical support
- Global parts and service support through a distributor network
Their sharpening machines are plug-and-play ready and come with detailed manuals and training resources, ensuring rapid onboarding and productivity.
Certifications and Compliance
Tru Hone equipment complies with applicable U.S. and international machinery safety standards. All products are:
- Manufactured in accordance with ANSI safety regulations
- Compliant with NSF hygiene and cleanability requirements where applicable
- Supported by safety and instructional materials for training
The company places a strong emphasis on workplace safety, blade handling best practices, and operator ergonomics.
Customer Testimonials
Tru Hone equipment is widely praised by industry users for:
- Reducing knife-related injuries and operator fatigue
- Extending knife edge life and reducing resharpening frequency
- Improving yield and cutting performance in food processing lines
Clients include leading meat processing facilities and sharpening services with decades-long partnerships, underscoring the brand’s trustworthiness and longevity.
Major Achievements
- Over four decades of manufacturing sharpening systems for professional industries
- Equipment in use across more than 30 countries
- Recognized as the industry standard for knife rental services and commissaries
- Continuous innovation in sharpening wheel technologies and machine performance
- Integral partner in improving food safety, efficiency, and cutting quality for clients
Tru Hone Corporation continues to set benchmarks in sharpening performance, helping industries across the globe maintain sharper, safer, and more efficient operations through advanced blade maintenance systems.