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How to Choose the Right Metal Fabrication Company: 6 Key Factors to Consider

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the number of metal fabrication companies has significantly increased. However, with so many options to choose from, it can be overwhelming to select a legitimate and reliable contractor. Whether you’re in need of precision tools, prototypes, or metal stampings, knowing what to look for can make all the difference…
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What is Precision Tooling? Understanding the Backbone of Modern Manufacturing

In the world of modern manufacturing, where accuracy, efficiency, and quality are non-negotiable, precision tooling plays a critical role. But what is precision tooling, and why does it matter so much—especially in high-stakes industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics? At Frontier Metal Stamping, we’ve spent 40 years perfecting the art and science of precision tooling.…
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The Advantages of Metal Stamping: How It Works and Why It Matters

When it comes to producing precise, high-quality metal components quickly and cost-effectively, few methods offer the advantages of metal stamping. But how does metal stamping work, and what makes it such a valuable process for manufacturers? At Frontier Metal Stamping, we’ve spent over 40 years perfecting the art of precision metal stamping. From small custom…
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Get to Know Metal Stamping

You should get to know metal stamping because our capacities at Frontier Metal Stamping in Denver can produce so many everyday items, such as clamps, brackets, shims, covers, trays, latches, locks, channels, handles, household fixtures, jewelry, headliner clips, retail clips, siding clips, accessories, transmission parts, electronic parts, data bus connector, heater components, valves and much more.…
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What are Stamping Dies and How Are They Made?

Stamping dies are essential tools in the metal fabrication industry, playing a crucial role in efficiently shaping and cutting sheet metal into precise components. Whether used for automotive parts, appliances, or industrial equipment, metal stamping dies streamline production by creating uniform and high-quality metal parts. So, what are stamping dies exactly, and how are they…
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Safety First!

“Safety First” is more than a catchy slogan or a stated benefit for employees.  A safe workplace is more like table stakes in the game of manufacturing, and it is much less altruistic than one would think.   Simply put, if a workplace seems even the slightest bit unsafe to employees, the news spreads faster than…
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About CNC machining centers

Every industry has its own shorthand terms. Those involved use them all the time, occasionally forgetting that some can appear almost like a foreign language to people who make use of their services. One such term is CNC; so, here’s a quick explanation. It stands for Computer Numerical Control; a process of converting CAD designs…
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Factors to consider when selecting a material for your sheet metal fabrication

When choosing a material for your construction project, several factors come to mind. For instance, minimizing cost and making use of simple production processes. While factoring these in, you should select a material that is durable, effective and best suits your project. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a fabrication material: The geometry…
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Is the prototype as good as the finished product?

When it comes to prototype development, there are several levels involved before the completion of the finished product. A prototype represents the precision metal final product that will be built in the future. Prototype construction involves the development of several prototypes over time, each with small, inconsequential changes geared towards enhancing the building process. Additionally,…
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Fabrication for recreation

Some of the many different industries which we are proud to supply fabrication solutions for are those involved in many aspects of recreation. If you have ever been camping or hiking, hunting or skiing then you may well have been using something made by our terrific team. This is equally true if you are a…
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Considerations to make before selecting an alloy for metal fabrication

When choosing an alloy for fabrication, it is essential to understand more about the alloy you select. It’s also crucial to determine whether the metal best fits your industry’s needs and requirements. Here are a few factors to consider when looking for an alloy: Durability – how long will the alloy remain in a good…
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Different methods of fabrication of sheet metal

Sheet metal fabrication can be done using various techniques. It is important to understand these techniques of sheet metal fabrication to learn which one best suit your projects. Here is a list of the various techniques used in fabrication. Sheet metal bending and forming is commonly used when creating 2D and 3D pieces. Sheet metal…
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Metal fabrication tools used for fabrication

Metal fabrication companies vary from small businesses to large industrial enterprises. The tools used by both of these institutions vary since they have different applications. However, there are various tools that each metal fabricator needs to have in their business. These include; A set Cleco fasteners A 4 ½ inch or 6-inch angle grinder Wire…
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Factors to consider when choosing a metal fabrication company

When selecting a metal fabrication company, it is crucial to settle for the best. The choice you make goes a long way in determining the general outcome of the provided services. A good fabrication company offers quality, timely, and advanced services. Here are some of the factors you should consider; The general experience of the…
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Types of metals for fabrication

Fabrication processes work best on metals with superior physical properties, for example, metals with high strength and conductivity. Below are the three major metal fabricators used by various industries. Stainless steel Stainless steel has desirable properties that make is a great fabricator. It is an alloy of various metals, making it quite durable and also…
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What’s the point of a prototype review?

It’s a question we are sometimes asked. The idea of meeting with our highly experienced engineers and die makers is to assess the world of detail involved in the creation of any part. The aim is to use all available expertise to seek out tiny, often seemingly inconsequential, changes to a prototype. Analyzing all of…
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Tools of the trade: how metal fabrication can save lives

The next time you visit an emergency ward or a private clinic, pay attention to the specialized medical equipment that the physicians use. Most of these tools have parts that were crafted by industrial metal fabrication companies such as ours. Frontier Metal Stamping serves the medical community by producing customized equipment that serves our clients’…
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Types of fabrication processes

We all know that metals can be used in different ways during the construction of structures or machines. Fabrication is the process of transforming raw stock material into a part for use. The most common metal fabrication processes include: Cutting – this is done using various tools, including laser and plasma cutters Welding – this…
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To the frontier and beyond!

Frontier is an interesting word. Its dictionary meanings include ‘the extreme limit of understanding or achievement in a particular area’. This certainly holds true when you consider metal stamping or fabrication processes. Often the requirements are quite challenging, requiring the building of parts using a range of materials, and varying shapes and sizes. All of…
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3 key benefits of using custom metal fabrication

Custom metal fabrication is an involving process. It entails cutting materials in a specific design of high precision and quality that meets the customer’s needs. In order to get the desired result, special skills, industrial tools, and equipment are often used. As such, the following are some benefits of using custom metal fabrication. Compatibility with…
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At Frontier Metal Stamping, Short Cuts Are NOT Allowed

New customers often arrive at our doorstep with an idea, sketch, picture and/or a homemade prototype of the part they want at a low price. Others arrive after building prototypes, small sample run(s), perhaps even pre-production runs and want to go high volume. We can work with both types of customers it just takes longer…
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Benefits of precision machining for your industry

Whether you are in the electronics, construction, aerospace, medical, or mining industry, it is vital to engage in accurate and safe manufacturing practices. Precision machining allows you to produce high-quality parts and equipment that you can safely use in your manufacturing process. Through precision tooling, your production speed increases, allowing you to direct your labor…
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Three industries that use the mighty U-clip

The humble U-clip. So unassuming, yet so versatile and ubiquitous. Also known as the ‘uni-clip,’ the U-clip is utilized in numerous applications. It can be used in assembly procedures, for storage, to display items or signs, and so much more, and by a vast number of industries. Here are three that use U-clips regularly: Car…
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Why should you outsource metal stamping services?

Metal stamping utilizes expensive, computer-controlled equipment to create metal cases, shields, and power tool parts for your company. Outsourcing lowers your manufacturing budget as you don’t have to purchase this equipment. It also ensures you get high-quality parts according to your requirements using the latest technology and by skilled professionals. Such professionals can read your…
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How to avoid sheet metal deformation

Maintaining the shape of sheet metal when fabricating is usually critical. When bent in a press brake or roll bending machines such as press brakes, it can easily deform into undesired directions. To avoid such deformation, metal fabricators should take note of the following tips. Identify grain direction Grain direction affects the quality and consistency…
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Metal fabrication processes that require experts

Metal fabricators undertake various processes to turn raw metals into machine components. Do you require a metallic structure? You will need the services of expert metal fabricators; some common metal fabrication processes include… Sheering Sheering involves cutting long sheet metals using metal cutting machines. Stamping Metal fabricators use a stamping process to raise metal parts…
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3 Mistakes to avoid in metal fabrication

The success of your metal fabrication project is critical to your manufacturing business. Here are three mistakes to avoid in metal fabrication. Going for the cheapest quotes Unless the company with the cheapest quote on your list can also give you quality, avoid working with a metal fabrication company solely based on the cost savings.…
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Appreciating the benefits of prototyping reviews

Gathering die makers and operators, together with experienced engineers, for a prototyping review means that with your design team every detail of the specific part you require can be analyzed and understood. The results are often that minor changes are understood and actioned, thus enhancing the overall build process. Importantly, this can lead to efficiencies…
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Save time with progressive die stamping

When you opt for progressive die stamping in industrial metal fabrication, you can save time and money. The turnaround time is reduced when there are fewer steps to cover during the full stamping process. Progressive die stamping is especially advisable when you have a high-volume job. The process utilizes a coil of thin, flat metal…
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How does ISO set standards?

It’s a given that, when you see the term ISO referring to quality standards, you can feel confident in the product. But, have you ever wondered what ISO is all about? Well, it stands for International Organization for Standardization. It’s non-governmental and has 146 individual national standards bodies as members. This has risen from the…
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What is coining?

Coining is used in the finishing stages of the manufacturing process. It adds very fine details to the surface of a piece of metal. Because of the intricacy involved, it is performed in the cold. There is also no lubrication required because it is possible that this could hinder the design if the punch slipped.…
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A commitment to enduring quality

When you order a precision metal stamping product from a metal fabrication team, that’s exactly the attitude you’d expect as they work to craft your finished product. Once your tool has been built and run to the original revision level, you should expect it to always perform in just that way. If some future maintenance…
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Don’t cut corners on your sheet metal fabrication

If you rely on metal fabrication in your business, you understand how important it is to use a high-quality provider for all of your projects. Relying on a lower quality product will likely cause you additional costs, stress, and headaches down the road. Why not do things right the first time and avoid the hassle?…
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The importance of high industrial metal fabrication standards

Whatever your manufacturing business niche, you understand the importance of using the best team available for your industrial metal fabrication needs. Don’t let your standards slip when sourcing the company for your clients’ manufacturing needs. The team at Frontier Metal & Stamping knows the importance of exacting standards and precision work. We won’t rest until…
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How to find a metal stamping company

Whether you are building a commercial, residential or industrial steel structure, it is important you choose to work with the best metal stamping company. Follow the below guidelines to find the right metal fabrication company… Is the company capable? If they are specialists in one area of metal stamping, they may not offer a full…
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How metal stamping can help you with your product

Metal stamping by a metal fabrication company is a beneficial service to both large and small companies. It’s when a machine creates metal shapes from a mold by using sheet metal. Precision is required to avoid producing a defective product. Benefits Precision A stamping company has the right tools to produce a high-quality product at…
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Your metal fabrication company better have CAD

CAD refers to computer-aided design software that is used by computers to create accurate sketches on various components. It typically offers better precision than the old drafting methods because of the accuracy of work computers provide and as a result, there’s less room for error. This consequently ensures that the need to produce several physical…
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What is metal stamping?

Metal stamping is the process of pressing a flat metal sheet into a clear-cut form by use of a stamping press. It’s typically used in various manufacturing processes to produce many day to day items, such as wheel clamps, brackets, shims, covers, trays, handles and locks, to name just a few. As a result, many…
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7 Most Popular Metal Stamping Processes

Sheet metal fabrication can be an expensive venture, with projects ranging from under $800 to several thousand per piece. If you don’t know what the processes are for shaping and forming metal from a sheet to the products you love, you should get informed. Sheet metal stamping is a powerful process with lots of applications…
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5 Quick Facts About Stamped Metal Parts

Are you considering hiring professional metal stamping services? The more you know about stamped metal, the more prepared you’ll be to choose the right company for the job. Stamped metal is used for all sorts of tasks today, and if you need stamped metal parts, you should know exactly what you’re paying for. In this guide,…
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Project Success: How to Choose between Steel Fabrication Companies

Looking to build a residential, commercial, or industrial structure? Steel is the ultimate choice of construction material for your project. Structural steel has many great qualities that lend themselves to use in construction. Structures built from steel are strong and long-lasting, require low maintenance, and can be molded into various shapes. There’s no denying that…
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How to Find the Best Metal Stamping and Manufacturing Provider

Perhaps, you have an idea that you wish to transform into a physical prototype. Maybe you’re searching for a metal stamping and manufacturing provider that can meet your budget and quality demands. At Frontier Metal Stamping, headquartered north of Denver and serving clients nationwide, we strive to inform clients about our processes, prototyping to supply chain…
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What Is Metal Stamping? Here’s What You Need to Know

Metal stamping is a $36 billion industry, but many people don’t even realize it exists until they need metal stamping for their own project. But even when you know you need metal stamping services, you might not entirely understand what this means. So, what is metal stamping? How is it done? And what makes metal…
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Frontier Metal Stamping Awarded Bronze Environmental Achievement Award

We’re honored to be accepted into the Environmental Leadership Program offered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. This distinction reflects our entire team’s commitment to being stewards of the environment. As a Bronze Achiever, we’re dedicated to improving air and water quality, conserving our natural resources and implementing measures to reduce our…
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Most Common Applications for Metal Stamping Machines

It’s hard to deny the fact that our day to day lives are saturated with the products from metal stamping machines. From the car you drive to the stove you use at home, metal stamping plays a role. You may believe the metal fabrication industry is only necessary for a very narrow sector of the…
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Why Your Metal Fabrication Company Needs CAD

You have an idea for a part. So, you grab your pencil and paper and set to work. But after hours of tediously drawing and erasing lines, you still haven’t quite got your idea down on paper. Now what? What if we told you there was a better way? A way that wasn’t so cumbersome,…
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6 Things You Should Know About Metal Stamping

Are you considering hiring professional metal stamping services? The more you know about stamped metal, the more prepared you’ll be to choose the right company for the job. Stamped metal is used for all sorts of tasks today, and if you need stamped metal parts, you should know exactly what you’re paying for. In this…
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How to Choose a Metal Stamping Company

If you’re wondering how to choose a metal stamping company that’s right for your project, Frontier Metal Stamping, headquartered north of Denver, suggests looking at the following criteria: experience, quality, capabilities, capacity, and customer service. Once you have an idea of what the company has to offer, you can make an informed decision about which…
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