When creating metal blanks, there are a few rules to keep in mind.

When designing metal blanks for precision metal stamping, follow these guidelines for best results.

When metalforming, the height of the form is critical. Use this free chart to find the right height for your part.

When designing metal parts for medical products, there are a few key considerations you must keep in mind.

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We’ve all seen the rise of electric and autonomous vehicles out on the road – but what does this mean for stampers and manufacturers? These new vehicles present unique opportunities and unique challenges.

Here’s a look at some current manufacturing technologies that were inspired by science fiction stories.

This handy reference guide will break down the difference between these two methods and which you should choose for your project.

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Commonly used flatness tolerances for metal stamping, laser and turret.

When choosing a cold rolled carbon steel strip, it’s important to know what softness is best for your project.

Check out this guide for practical tolerances for short run metal stampings.

Practical experience has proven that dimensioning and measuring practices must both be understood and agreed on by all parties to achieve a workable, mutual standard. Here are the dimensioning practices for press brake.

The Tonnage Formula is the pressure required in tons to cut a blank or contour using a flat faced punch with no shear. Having the ability to calculate the tonnages for a sheet metal project is vital for the completion and success of your project.

This free chart outlines what bend radii is required for the approximate thickness of aluminum.

Here’s how to position the form for the most desirable quality.

During shearing and punching, there are a number of factors to keep in mind to improve edge conditions.

Many metal stampings require holes, but there are several considerations when choosing where to place a hole and how to pierce the hole.

If you are encountering fractures in your metalforming pieces, there are a few steps you can take to prevent them.

In 1929, Dayton A. Rogers founded a new manufacturing company and altered the business of metal manufacturing forever. 90 years later, his legacy continues as Dayton Rogers impacts the world of manufacturing with its innovations now and into the future.

Comparing cost impact of the several variables is difficult. To help explain the impact, we have selected a sample part and shown the price range that you could reach depending on how you control your design.

You may have heard the terms “short run stamping” and “progressive stamping” before. What is the difference between the two?

Get your free Cutting Tap Drill Sizes chart so you can easily find the specs you need.

As manufacturing tries to attract Millennials and Generation Z, there’s been a national conversation on how to promote manufacturing careers in 2018 and beyond. Here are some ideas for promoting manufacturing careers we all can follow.

Did you know that manufacturing jobs hire fresh out of high school and offer competitive benefits? Manufacturing is poised to be a hot new career – as well as offering a literal hands-on job and a creative outlet, manufacturing is financially competitive as well.

For decades, the U.S. manufacturing industry was a backbone of the economy and a thriving, highly desirable industry. Now, many manufacturers struggle to find new workers to replace those who are retiring. You’ve probably heard of the skills gap in the news, but what is it and how can it be fixed?

Lasers are a popular choice for short run stampings or more precise parts. While lasers in many ways make manufacturing simpler, there are some unique considerations you need to make before designing a part for laser cutting.

Looking to save money on your custom fabrication project? Short run stampings offer an economical way to produce parts in quantities from prototype to 100,000 pieces with short lead times.

Short run stampings are a cost-effective way of keeping costs low while still delivering excellent results.

President Trump recently signed a tax reform bill into law. Confused? We’ll break down how it impacts your business.