Our Rock Bit History
1947: Company established to service the oilfield and related industries
1961: First manufactured our own line of steel tooth rotary drill bits
1964: First tungsten carbide insert bits manufactured
1985: Production facilities were expanded for the first time to allow for increased production and demand
1987: Throop purchased its first CNC machine tool
1991: The company moved its operation to new production facilities better suited to its needs
1998: First sealed bearing bits manufactured
2000: Production facilities were expanded again to meet the growing demand for production of Throop rock bits
2002: New office facilities were built for management personnel
2005: Production facilities and warehouse facilities were expanded once again to increase production capacity
2008: Hardfacing facilities were expanded
2011: Celebrating 50 years! 1961-2011.
Throop markets its products through a network of agents and distributors.
Contact us for the location of our representative in your area or country.
