Metal stamping and drawn wire production are highly repeatable processes, but only when every variable is properly controlled. Even small deviations in material, tooling, or setup can lead to quality issues, production delays, and costly scrap.
Understanding the most common problems in these processes, and how to troubleshoot them, helps engineers and operations teams maintain consistent output and avoid reactive firefighting on the shop floor.
Success with precision metal stamping applications hinges on more than just tooling and press design. The material chosen plays a decisive role in performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. For engineers and procurement specialists sourcing stamped components, understanding how material properties affect stamping outcomes is key to making the right supplier choice.
Nothing affects your manufacturing bottom line more than a supply chain that runs smoothly. When it comes to components like metal stampings and drawn wire, you need more than a supplier – you need a strategic partner. Here’s how to make sure your supplier relationship supports agility, precision, and consistent delivery.
There are times when standard components just won’t meet project needs. Custom metal stampings offer a reliable and efficient solution. From aerospace systems to consumer electronics, industrial equipment to medical devices, manufacturers often face application demands that require more than off-the-shelf parts. Custom metal stampings from Ken-tron provide precision-engineered solutions designed to your exact needs… Read more »
As appeared in Manufacturing Today September/October 2006 Ken-tron Mfg., Inc. – Metal Stampings and Wire Changing with the Times By Stephanie Sims For more than 45 years, Ken-tron Mfg., Inc. has provided metal stampings and wire to it’s customers around the world. That is one thing Rick Thompson, senior vice president, says he is proud… Read more »