In 1950, Herbert Lightburn identified a pressing requirement for an economical cutting tool capable of safely and efficiently opening shipping cartons, surpassing the effectiveness of handheld razor blades. In response, Lightburn conceptualized the Handy Cutter, revolutionizing the manner in which grocery chains accessed packaged goods and swiftly becoming the preferred cutting instrument for stockroom operations and shipping departments throughout the United States.
Subsequently, Pacific Handy Cutter has spearheaded the evolution of safety cutting tools tailored for widespread cutting needs across diverse industries, including:
Retail & Grocery
Industrial & Manufacturing
Warehouse & Distribution
Foodservice
Healthcare & Pharma
SAFETY They believe that a company’s people are their greatest asset.
PHC's cutting-edge safety and ergonomic technologies are created to protect your team from injury.
EFFICIENCY PHC believes in creating the right tools for the job.
Design features for specialized cutting applications help improve productivity while protecting valuable merchandise from damage.
SAVINGS PHC believes in being your partner in safety and savings.
PHC safety cutting solutions reduce costs associated with laceration injuries and damaged merchandise, while boosting worker productivity.