About Us_

IDS is a global authority in precision diamond services, setting new standards for performance, partnership, and innovation in the industrial diamond sector. With over 30 years of experience, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide for our commitment to quality, consistency, and technical excellence.

What Sets Us Apart

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Exactitude: Precision with Purpose

At IDS, “close enough” isn’t good enough. We engineer every product for your exact needs—no catalog, just custom. Our agile, application-specific approach means we deliver solutions tailored to your unique drilling and manufacturing challenges.

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Global Leadership, Local Expertise

With manufacturing and operations in the USA and KSA, IDS combines global reach with local expertise. Our in-house engineering, leaching, fabrication, QA, and testing ensure every cutter and component meets the highest standards.

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Innovation & Technology

We are consistently developing new products and advancing PDC technology, including elite and tactical product tiers and thermally stable polycrystalline diamond (TSP) solutions. Our proprietary R&D and rigorous in-house testing drive continuous improvement and industry-leading performance.

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Customizable Solutions

IDS delivers more than products—we deliver partnerships. Our engineering partnership model and customizable solutions ensure you get the best material and design for your application, whether you’re in oil & gas, mining, or advanced manufacturing.

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Credibility, Capability, Confidence

Our reputation is built on credibility, capability, and confidence. We are the premium alternative to legacy providers, offering unmatched durability, precision, and responsiveness. With IDS, you gain a partner committed to your long-term success.

IDS Mission, Vision & Values

Mission

To deliver custom precision-engineered diamond services that empower OEMs, tool designers, and field engineers to overcome drilling challenges through partnership, consistency, and application-specific innovation.

Vision

To be the global standard for performance and partnership in synthetic diamond technology, making IDS synonymous with PDC innovation, expanding our reach across key markets, and setting new expectations for premium performance by helping customers overcome their toughest challenges.

Values

Partnership

Integrity

Precision

Responsiveness

Resillience

Meet Our Executive Team

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Bob Horswell

Owner & CEO

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Tom McCarthy

CSO & VP, Strategic Growth & Investment

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Amie Jackson

CFO

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Jarred Koenig

Certificates

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