For centuries Sheffield has been noted for its skills in the manufacture of superior steel products. It is no coincidence that Arkote Ltd. is situated in the heart of this famous industrial center. During the past hundred years the company has developed from modest origins to become the largest manufacturer of tobacco and cigarette knives in the world.
In step with the improvements in cutting machine design Arkote has continued to develop and research techniques to provide knives of greater cutting efficiency and longer life. The differing applications encountered throughout the tobacco industry have given Arkote the skill and experience to recommend exactly the knives most suitable for every type of cutting situation. Close links with special steel technology and the ability to implement new advances in the manufacturing program have been the key factors in the success of the Arkote range of knives.
Arkote supplies knives for all makes of tobacco cutting and cigarette making machines. Please Contact us with any questions or comments about our product line.





