About

Experienced Machinists Lansing MI

Our Story

Research Tool Corporation was founded in 1959 by Francis J. Todosciuk as a small, four-man prototype design and build shop. What started as a modest operation quickly earned a reputation for precision, creativity, and reliability. Over the decades, RTC has evolved into one of Michigan’s premier custom machining facilities, serving industries worldwide.

One thing is for certain: our success is a result of the dedication of our people. With a team of hardworking and highly skilled machinists, engineers, and fabricators, we are equipped to take on projects of every scale—from prototypes to full production runs. At RTC, we carry forward a tradition of excellence built on customer-first service, hands-on engineering, quality manufacturing, and on-time delivery. By investing in cutting-edge technology and ongoing training for our machinists, we continue to innovate while staying true to the values that have guided us since the very beginning.

Today, RTC is co-owned by Francis and his son Harry, who leads the business with a hands-on approach and over 40 years of industry experience. With more than six decades of continuous service, RTC stands as a trusted partner across industries that require precision and reliability.

Company Overview

RTC specializes in custom machining, engineering, and assemblies that range from one-off prototypes to production runs of up to 50,000 units. Our capabilities include:

  • CNC Milling & Turning

  • 5 Axis CNC Machining

  • Wire EDM & Fast Hole EDM Drilling

  • Precision Grinding, Boring & Honing

  • Custom Metal Fabrication & Welding

  • Laser Engraving & Traceability Solutions

  • Reverse Engineering & 3D Modeling

  • 3D Printing for Prototyping

Our team of experienced machinists works with nearly all materials—from mild steels and aluminum to stainless steel alloys, titanium, Inconel, tool steels, and other exotic metals.

Industries Served

RTC proudly provides services to:

  • Aerospace

  • Automotive

  • Medical

  • Tool & Die

  • Defense

  • Machine Tool

  • Food Processing

  • Construction

  • Logging

  • Mining

  • Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs

Looking to the Future

What began as a small design and prototype operation has transformed into a facility with cutting-edge CNC and EDM capabilities, laser engraving, fabrication, and more. Looking ahead, RTC is actively expanding capacity and pursuing AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications (expected Fall 2025).

With a customer-first culture, we live by our motto:

“We succeed because our customers succeed.”

Why Choose Our CNC Machining Service?

  • Over 65 years of machining experience

  • Multi-axis machining capabilities, including 5 axis CNC

  • Expertise in exotic materials and challenging projects

  • Flexible from prototype to production runs

  • Skilled machinists dedicated to precision and quality

  • Pending AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications in 2025

At RTC, precision is more than a goal — it’s our standard. We combine decades of knowledge with the latest manufacturing technology to deliver CNC machining services you can count on.

Give us a call

Ready to work with a machining partner who delivers accuracy, efficiency, and reliability? Contact Research Tool Corporation today at (989) 834-2246 to learn how our precision machining can take your project to the next level.

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Primary Communities Served

Lansing, Ovid, Elsie, Owosso, Michigan