General

The General brand was originally established in Drummondville, QC, Canada back in 1946. The business got its start by manufacturing heavy-duty, high-quality woodworking machines, and grew that business substantially in the Canadian market over the next 40 years. They then expanded into the very competitive U.S. market and gained distribution to become a major quality brand in North America. General has always taken pride in producing better machines, better accessories, and innovative new products. They have received numerous awards from industry publications and a strong reputation in our users’ eyes.

General brand products are considered to be the pinnacle of quality in the woodworking and metalworking machinery industry. They design and build with a “make it to last” philosophy. Wherever possible, they opt for higher-quality motors, bearings and other wearing parts. And when compared to other brands, you’ll generally notice less plastic and more steel or cast-iron on General International machines.