by admin | Jun 20, 2018 | LTC Roll Blog
In the world of manufacturing, there are various ways to produce and assemble products. One of those production methods is metal stamping. There are many benefits to metal stamping that make it attractive to manufacturers, however not all utilize it in-house. Here at LTC Roll and Engineering, we utilize metal stamping in-house. With our clients in mind, we work to produce the best possible products for them, and stamping helps us do that. We believe three key benefits make it beneficial for our clients and us. Reduces Handling Where other roll form manufacturers have to send pieces and components out of their facility for forming, we possess the stamping capability in-house. This allows us to form components efficiently while reducing how many people handle the components. Other manufacturers have to think about transporting components to and from their facility, as well as whether or not the other facility has their same standards. Stamping in-house means we have full control over the process with fewer hands involved to make a mistake. Increases Efficiency We are able to move a component through production with no stopping or wait time. We can stamp bulkheads, brackets and similar parts, and then move them to welding and the assembly floor, all in-house. This cuts down on the overall production time for products. Everything is done at one location and from a single source. There is no waiting for another facility to complete their part of the puzzle. Once we produce a line of components, we can immediately move them to the next process. Minimizes Cost Metal stamping reduces production costs in a few different...
by admin | Nov 22, 2017 | LTC Roll Blog
Metal stamping is the process of placing flat sheets of metal into a stamping press. It forms the metal into a net shape, through a tool and die surface. In the manufacturing industry, metal stamping has evolved over the years. There is now, a world of opportunity in many different stamping-related careers. The most common career options, in metal stamping, include process engineers, die designers, diemakers, setters, and die maintenance technicians. Each metalworking professional has their own diverse set of skills that give them a competitive edge in the manufacturing industry. While you might not have realized this, the art of metal stamping has a strong presence in our lives. Without experts in the industry, many of the common items we use every day would no longer exist. Metal Stamping in Everyday Lives Stamping continues to dramatically change our lives. As the manufacturing industry evolves, through the assistance of technology, the manufacturing industry is constantly producing new ways of stamping. The items you use every day are likely a product of the stamping process. From small items, such as culinary utensils, to medium sized items, such as washers and dryers, tangible products that you often take for granted usually have some form of stamped parts. The car you drive to work every day is a collection of metal parts that were built specifically to meet the unique needs of your vehicle. Meticulously stamped parts comprise many of the elements found on the computer you are using to read this article. Metal Stamping as a Profession While metal stamping is a part of our everyday lives, not many people embrace the beauty in the...
