About Mountz
About Mountz
Mountz was founded in 1965 by Don Mountz, who started the business as DG Mountz Associates out of a bedroom in a new home in Cupertino, California after returning from an international assignment with Cleco Tools, now part of Apex Tool Group. Working from a small arsenal of European-made precision products, Don set out to convince American manufacturers that controlling torque was essential to product quality, not an afterthought.
That conviction drove a string of firsts: the Mountz TB Torque Break-Over Wrench was developed in the late 1960s to fill a specific customer request, and the company built the first electronic torque tester in the 1970s. Those innovations established Mountz as a preeminent torque tool brand known for durability and accuracy among the world's largest manufacturing and service companies.
Don's son Brad Mountz later took over the business, continuing its focus on precision torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and fastening and testing equipment used across electronics, automotive, aerospace, and general industrial assembly. ChatMRO's catalogue covers Mountz torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and electronic testers by torque range and drive size so technicians can match tooling to their fastener specifications.
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Frequently asked questions
Who founded Mountz and when did the company start?
Don Mountz founded the company in 1965 as DG Mountz Associates, working out of a bedroom in his new Cupertino, California home. He had previously worked internationally for Cleco Tools, now part of Apex Tool Group, before starting the business.
What was the Mountz TB Torque Break-Over Wrench?
The Mountz TB was developed in the late 1960s to fill a specific customer application request for a torque-limiting wrench design. It became one of the early products that established Mountz's reputation for solving specialized torque control problems.
When did Mountz build its first electronic torque tester?
Mountz developed the first electronic torque tester in the 1970s, extending its torque control expertise from hand tools into precision measurement equipment. That testing line remains part of the company's current product range.
Is Mountz still a family-run business?
Yes, Don Mountz's son Brad Mountz took over leadership of the company after his father, continuing its focus on precision torque tools and testing equipment. The company maintains the same emphasis on durability and accuracy established under its founder.
What types of torque tools does Mountz manufacture?
Mountz manufactures torque wrenches, torque screwdrivers, and electronic torque testers used across electronics, automotive, aerospace, and general industrial assembly. Selecting the right tool depends on matching the torque range and drive size to the fastener specification.