Posts by Frontier Metal Stamping

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…

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…

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…

Mike Hirsh – RMTMA, presents Steve O’Donnell President – Frontier Metal Stamping, a certificate from National Tooling & Machining Association for superior safety performance. Congratulations to FMS for their ongoing commitment to safety.

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…

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.…

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…

There are so many large projects that rely on good, quality sheet metal fabrication that it’s impossible to list them all. If you are heading up such a project, make sure that you only deal with a reputable sheet metal fabrication company that can get the job done right the first time. Don’t waste time…

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…

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…