Resources for OEM buyers sourcing metal stamped parts: supplier evaluation, total cost of ownership, quality expectations and working with a U.S. stamping partner.
Sourcing stamped parts for aerospace and defense programs in 2026 requires three things a commercial stamping contract does not: documented material provenance, a quality system the prime contractor…
Read article →Die repair restores a working tool to spec; die replacement builds a new one. For most OEM stamping programs running mature parts, repair is the right call until…
Read article →On April 2, 2026, the federal administration modified Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports through a presidential proclamation, with new rules taking effect for goods…
Read article →The Reshoring Movement in ManufacturingGlobal supply chain disruptions, rising freight costs, and unpredictable overseas lead times have made many OEMs reconsider their sourcing strategies. The question is no…
Read article →Metal stamping parts should be part of your production process if you’re looking for ways to reduce overall costs. Partnering with a skilled metal stamping partner with the…
Read article →Many factors contribute to determining how much metal stamping will cost to produce your parts at high volume. While most factors such as material, tooling investment, labor, and…
Read article →When sheet metal formed parts are needed in high volume, metal stamping becomes the most viable option for a production process. This acceleration in part count means an…
Read article →An important decision for any business to make is choosing the right partners. When it comes to the metal stamping industry and its many applications, factors such as…
Read article →As the U.S. economy and global manufacturing supply chain continue to evolve, many companies are realizing the need to maintain a consistent inventory of parts and tooling for…
Read article →In part one, of this two-part blog series, we began to explore the different ways that manufacturers can cut costs on their metal stamping projects. The last post focused…
Read article →In the realm of manufacturing, as with any business venture, keeping costs low is always a top priority for any project. When clients come to us with prints…
Read article →In this day in age, it can be challenging for companies to save money on a day to day basis when there is a need to purchase materials and…
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