Introducing Formero’s Metal Stamping Design Guide
August 13, 2024
Formero specialises in quick-turn, low-quantity prototypes and full production run metal stamping parts and weldments. Our goal is to make you the best metal parts with the quickest lead times at the lowest price possible. That’s way we have put together our Metal Stamping Design Guide.
It is estimated that manufacturers can spend as much as 50% of their time addressing design errors that affect manufacturability. The reason for this is often due to the wide gap between how metal stamping parts are designed in CAD and how they are fabricated on the shop floor. Also, specifics on material type, thicknesses, possible tolerances, and shop-specific cutting and fabrication techniques may be lacking.
What does that mean for you? Extra cost, longer lead times, and metal parts that might not suit your needs. The purpose of our design guide is to help you define the specifics so that your designs are ready to go into production with us in such a way that the theoretical versus actual is minimal and your features match available processes. This will help us make your parts effectively and efficiently.
Key Topics Covered in Our Design Guide:
- Material Selection: Choosing the right material is crucial for the performance and durability of your metal-stamped parts. Our guide will help you navigate the options and select materials that meet your specifications and performance requirements.
- Part Features: Understanding the critical features of your metal parts and how they can be designed for manufacturability can save time and costs. The guide outlines best practices for designing features that are compatible with metal stamping processes.
- Tolerances & Guidelines: Precise tolerances are essential for the functionality of metal stamped parts. Our guide provides detailed guidelines on achieving the necessary tolerances and how to communicate them effectively in your designs.
- Finishing Options: The finish of your metal stamped parts can significantly impact their appearance and performance. We explore various finishing options and how to choose the best one for your application.
- PEM & Added Hardware: Including PEM and other hardware can enhance the functionality of your parts. Our guide explains how to integrate these components into your designs seamlessly.
By following the guidelines in our Metal Stamping Design Guide, you can ensure that your metal stamping projects run smoothly from design to production. This reduces lead times, minimises costs, and ensures that the parts you receive meet your exact specifications.
Optimise Your Metal Stamping Projects with Formero
Whether you refer to our service as Metal Stamping, Press Metal Parts, or Sheet Metal Parts, Formero is here to help you optimise your designs and streamline your production processes. Our comprehensive Design Guide is your key to unlocking efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality metal stamping solutions.
Visit our service page to learn more, or download our full guide and start improving your metal stamping projects today!
Download: Metal Stamping Design Guide
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