Metal casting and stamping are two methods of metal forming that have been around for over a century. The oldest stamping techniques have evolved significantly over the years and now capable of forming precision-based complex parts, from microcircuits to components of heavy machinery. While metal casting has evolved in its own ways, today’s technology in […]
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Casting vs Stamping: Advantages of Precision Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
May 12th, 2016 · 1 Comment
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Using Optical Comparators with Precision Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
April 21st, 2016 · No Comments
As a specialist in precision metal stamping and manufacturing, Thomas Engineering Company cuts no corners when it comes to the production process. Not only do we use the best tools, presses, punches, and machines available, we also utilize state of the art imaging, processing, and data gathering technology. With all our services in precision metal […]
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Bruderer® Presses Used in TEC Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
March 31st, 2016 · No Comments
At Thomas Engineering Company, we take pride in working with the best equipment available. For the most accurate and efficient stamping procedures, our production floors utilize five different types of specialty Bruderer® presses ranging in size from 22 to 75 tons. Our collection of presses are able to perform with efficiency and precision in accordance […]
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In-Die Services Part III: Tapping In-Die and Off-Line with Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
March 18th, 2016 · No Comments
This is Part III of a three-part series covering In-Die Services. Part I covers spot welding, and Part II covers staking. Creating a final product for our customers requires work beyond the initial operations in the stamping process. To complete expert parts, many companies must perform separate, additional operations. At Thomas Engineering Company, we offer […]
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In-Die Services Part II: All About Staking With Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
March 11th, 2016 · 1 Comment
This is Part II of a three-part series covering In-Die Services. Part I covers spot welding and Part III covers tapping. The services we offer beyond stamping here at Thomas Engineering Company are a vital part of our mission to provide our customers with high-quality, long-lasting precision stamped parts designed for their specific needs. All […]
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In-Die Services Part I: Understanding Spot Welding With Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
March 3rd, 2016 · No Comments
At Thomas Engineering Company, we believe in production efficiency and accuracy for every single part stamped and formed on our operation lines. To produce high quality parts, our precision metal stamping capabilities are a crucial part of the process; however, our value-added services are just as important when it comes to production quality. Our in-die […]
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Basic Applications of Precision Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
February 25th, 2016 · No Comments
One of the advanced techniques in the metal stamping industry today is precision metal stamping, a process that yields mass production of complex parts quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. By increasing the stamping speed and accuracy of a complex stamping application, production tools like rotary tables can complete a part needing multiple features in a rapid series […]
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More About the Basics of Cutting with Metal Stamping in Minneapolis, MN
January 27th, 2016 · No Comments
Cutting like laser cutting is one of the most common operations performed during metal stamping. While it’s categorized as a simple operation, cutting complexity must be taken into account. At Thomas Engineering Company, we recognize the importance of having an expert cutting system with our metal stamping in Minneapolis, MN. We’ve covered some of the basic […]
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Rapid Prototyping With CAD Data For Precision Metal Stamping In Minneapolis, MN
January 6th, 2016 · No Comments
In the past, when a part was designed on paper, metal workers could spend weeks, even months, rendering a prototype of the design by hand or with remedial tools. Today, we have the great advantages of rapid prototyping using computer aided design (CAD) data to quickly and accurately bring a design to life. At Thomas […]
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Connecting Customers Across The Nation To TEC’s Metal Stamping In Minneapolis, MN
December 30th, 2015 · No Comments
Though Minneapolis is one of the 50 largest cities in the U.S., its borders only stretch so far. Because so many industries outside the reach of Minnesota form a market for the parts produced at Thomas Engineering Company, we use a network of sales representatives across the U.S. to work with our customers. These sales […]