--- title: "Regrinds: How to Send Tools In the Right Way (and Get Them Back Faster)" description: Learn how to properly send tools in for regrind to avoid delays, protect your tooling, and get faster turnaround. image: https://blog.fullertontool.com/hubfs/2026-Regrinds-Checklist.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) - [Reamers](https://fullertontool.com/products/reamers) - [Countersinks](https://fullertontool.com/products/countersinks) - 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extending tool life, reducing spend, and keeping production moving. But where things can go sideways is in the process of sending tools in. A little upfront attention can make a big difference in turnaround time and avoid unnecessary delays (or worse - tools getting sent right back). Here's how to do it right. --- #### Before You Send Anything Quick check - and this one matters:  Make sure the tools can actually be reground. Not every tool is a good candidate. If you're unsure, it's always worth a quick call to 989.799.4550 or email [regrinds@fullertontool.com](mailto:regrinds@fullertontool.com) before sending anything in. We've seen situations where a full box gets shipped in - only to be returned at the customer's expense because the tools couldn't be reconditioned.  A quick check upfront saves time and money. --- #### How to Package Your Tools These are cutting tools - not bolts in a bin. Protect them. - Package tools **individually when possible** - Use **adequate packing material** to prevent movement and damage - Ship in a **sturdy box** that won't tear or break in transit If tools show up damaged, it limits what we can do - and in some cases, they may not be salvageable. --- #### Where It Goes Matters This is a big one - and easy to miss. Always label the shipment to our Regrind Department's attention:  Attention: Regrind Department Without it, packages can end up sitting in the wrong department for days before getting routed correctly. It happens more than you'd think - and it slows everything down. --- #### Include the Right Information This is what keeps things moving. Best Option: Fill out the Regrind Order Form and include it with your shipment. Download the form at: [https://fullertontool.com/media/Fullerton-Regrind-Order-Form.pdf](https://fullertontool.com/media/Fullerton-Regrind-Order-Form.pdf) This gives us everything we need upfront and helps avoid delays. If you're not able to include the form, please make sure we have at least one of the following: - RFQ - Purchase Order - Contact information for quoting No paperwork = delays. We need to know what to do with the tools and who to contact. --- #### Regrind Checklist Before you ship, run through this: 1. Confirm tools are eligible for regrind 2. Package tools individually with proper protection 3. Use a strong, durable shipping box 4. Clearly label: Attention: Regrind Department 5. Include the Regrind Order Form 6. Include RFQ, PO, or contact information --- #### Bottom Line Regrinding works best when the process is simple and consistent. Send tools in the right way, and we can: - Turn them around faster - Maintain quality - Keep your operation moving If you have questions before sending tools in, just reach out at [regrinds@fullertontool.com](mailto:regrinds@fullertontool.com).    --- Tags: [regrinds](https://blog.fullertontool.com/topic/regrinds), [regrind](https://blog.fullertontool.com/topic/regrind), [reconditioning](https://blog.fullertontool.com/topic/reconditioning) [Back to Blog](https://blog.fullertontool.com) ## Related Articles ## [Regrind & Reconditioning, a Look Into Extended Cost Savings and Value](https://blog.fullertontool.com/regrinds-reconditioning-extended-cost-savings) What better way to extend value and precision to our customers than renewing your used tooling to... 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