--- title: BP Fabrication's Triumph with Fullerton's AlumaDrill description: Discover how BP Fabrication in St. Louis tackled a challenging task of drilling 20,000 holes with Fullerton's AlumaDrill, achieving exceptional precision and efficiency without spindle coolant, and see how trusted tooling advice made all the difference. image: https://blog.fullertontool.com/hubfs/2024-CaseStudy_BP-Fabrication2.jpg --- Menu [![fullerton](https://blog.fullertontool.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Fullerton_June2021/images/fullerton-logo.svg "fullerton")](https://fullertontool.com/) Close - [Search Tools](https://fullertontool.com/search) - Products - [End Mills](https://fullertontool.com/products/end-mills) - [Drills](https://fullertontool.com/products/drills) - [Drill Mills](https://fullertontool.com/products/drill-mills) - [Burrs](https://fullertontool.com/products/burrs/burr-rotary-files) - [Keyseat Cutters](https://fullertontool.com/products/keyseats/4375-general-purpose) - [Saws](https://fullertontool.com/products/saws) - 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Under the leadership of Brad Loyet, the job shop is renowned for its ability to handle complex and demanding manufacturing tasks. #### ![2024-CaseStudy_BP-Fabrication2](https://blog.fullertontool.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024-CaseStudy_BP-Fabrication2.jpg?width=1500&height=975&name=2024-CaseStudy_BP-Fabrication2.jpg) #### The Challenge: Drilling 20,000 Holes with Precision Faced with the task of drilling 20,000 holes for a critical part, the team at BP Fabrication needed a solution that would ensure rapid completion without compromising on quality, despite lacking through spindle coolant in their machines. The solution came from [Fullerton's AlumaDrill](https://fullertontool.com/products/drills/1565-alumadrill), recommended by their trusted tooling advisor. #### Choosing the AlumaDrill: Confidence in Precision and Durability The local expertise of [Andy Mueller](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-mueller-b84b4172/) from [Missouri Tool](https://042b588.netsolhost.com/), Brad's reliable tooling supplier, came into play when he suggested using Fullerton's AlumaDrill. Trusting Andy's guidance, Brad initially purchased two AlumaDrills to ensure continuity. To his surprise, after they completed the entire job, the first drill was still in pristine condition and they didn't even need to use the second drill. This decision was pivotal, not just for its immediate benefits but also for setting a new standard for the shop's capability. The AlumaDrill not only met the challenges but also allowed BP Fabrication to deliver the part early, maintaining top-notch quality effortlessly. #### Expert Support Makes the Difference Reflecting on the experience, Brad highlighted the value of strong partnerships, saying "When a job came through our door here at BP Fabrication that needed us to drill 20,000 holes, our first choice was the Fullerton AlumaDrill. We were fortunate to have a fantastic relationship not only with our tooling supplier but also with the representative from Fullerton. They provided everything we needed to complete the job on time and to specifications." #### Forge Ahead with Fullerton BP Fabrication's story is a clear example of how the right tooling, supported by expert guidance and solid relationships, can lead to extraordinary outcomes in manufacturing. At Fullerton, we are dedicated to delivering solutions like the AlumaDrill that help our clients not just meet but exceed their operational goals. 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