Metal Stampings Photo Courtesy of Boker’s, Inc.
Sheet metal is not only used to create one-dimensional parts, nor is the metal stamping process that creates flat metal parts the only method available. Deep drawn stamping is specifically used to make three-dimensional products from sheet metal by cutting and bending. This process is valued for its quickness and Continue reading
Metal Stampings Photo Courtesy of American Industrial Company.
Occasionally in industrial manufacturing, there will be a term that does not apply to how a part is made or what it is made from, but rather refers to the most important aspects of a process; the time it takes to fully run the process, which has cost connotations too. Shortrun stamping is such a phrase, referencing the number of parts being processed by way of a stamping press and how long it will take to do so. This number is significantly smaller then a normal batch of Continue reading
Spring Clips Photo Courtesy of Seastrom Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Spring clips are an example of an industrial and commercial part that is always created for a specific purpose, rather then able to float from one application to another. This is true generally speaking of course; if a certain size and shape of spring clips are made for a specific brand, they may be able to be Continue reading
Metal Brackets Photos Courtesy of RK Metals Ltd.
One of the major products produced by a variety of metal stamping techniques is the metal bracket. Their applications are many as are the industrial settings that utilize them. Because they are used for decorative purposes as well as structural purposes, metal brackets are often powder coated in stylish shades such as black, grey, white and almond, all of which are very complimentary with other vibrant colors or natural surfaces. Continue reading
Metal Stamping Photo Courtesy of Talan Products Inc.
The electronics industry is chalked full of small metal parts that work together to create something scientifically astounding, such as a computer or a radio. These are products we use everyday and are no longer amazed by, but when exploring the individual pieces of the whole it sinks in how amazing the machinery is. All of the technological marvels of our time would not be possible without manufacturing processes such as Continue reading
Metal Stamping Photos Courtesy of All-New Stamping Company.
One of the most common metals utilized in metal stamping methods is brass, which is an alloy of copper and zinc utilized because of its excellent thermal and electric conduction as well as its aesthetically pleasing characteristics. Transmission parts and electronic parts are two examples of very common products mass produced on a regular basis by Continue reading
Dies are press tools utilized in stamping presses and are in essence the part of the machine that does the actual cutting, bending or forming of the product. Because progressive stamping machines are able to utilize more then one die at a time they are a very efficient metal stamping method and therefore one of the most popular in the stamping industry. This is because one machine being able to stamp, bend, cut, punch and coin the same material all at once is cost effective in terms of both time and labor. Continue reading
The Food and Drug Administration, also known as the FDA has set-up strict guidelines for the products utilized in medical settings, and they have done so with good reason. In an arena where people’s lives are being saved and bodies are being laid bare to get that done, the highest level of sanitation is required, and Continue reading
A few major advantages accompany the use of this metal stamping technique known as fourslide stamping, also known as “multi-slide” and “four-way” stamping. Unlike the average manufacturing machine, fourslide stamping equipment is able to complete a fully manufactured metal part in the same process and by way of the same machine. This includes bending and stamping, which when the right metal is chosen, can be the only processes required for a quality product. Continue reading