There is much more to metal stamping than most people take into consideration. Complex parts often require a series of several different steps to create. Parts that may seem simple at first glance rarely need only one stamping step to be considered properly completed. Confusion is often found when determining the appropriate process for metal…
3 Tips for Metal Stamping in the Energy Industry
Know what materials to use, which finishes you need, and comply with environmental standards. Every industry has unique requirements and considerations of which companies in the space need to keep track. Designers and engineers need to be fully aware of each of these specifications when creating components for use in industry applications. For the energy…
3 Things Your Metal Stamping Vendor Should Always Provide
Metal stamping is a critical aspect of many OEMs’ manufacturing processes. As such, it’s of course extremely important to choose the right metal stamping supplier—one who has the experience and expertise to provide quality work at an affordable price. But with the abundance of choices out there, how do you know who to choose? While…
Top 3 Reasons to Use Stainless Steel for Metal Stamping
Whenever you are facing a major metal stamping project, you want to make sure you choose the correct materials. Every job has a unique set of demands. Some call for higher levels of strength, while others might need corrosion resistance, and with some, the aesthetics take precedence.
U.S. Production Costs Becoming Competitive With China
A new report has shown that over the past 10 years, manufacturing in the United States has started to become more competitive compared to many low-cost rivals- the most notable one being China. Today, U.S. factories are able to produce goods at cheaper prices than many of those produced in Eastern Europe. According to the…
The Future of Materials in the Metal Stamping Industry
In the metal stamping industry, one of our biggest challenges is often out of our control: the price of materials. While we try to stay ahead of the trends and buy raw materials when the prices are at their lowest, the market is a chaotic place and so is supply and demand. On the supply…
The Rebirth of Made In America
For many years, Made In America became synonymous with higher labor costs and declining quality. Company after company took their business overseas looking to boost profits. Without question, this mass exodus was devastating to the economy, as it stripped once proud towns and cities of jobs, factories, and pride. Thankfully, the trend of outsourcing is starting to…
American Industrial: Stamping our Name as your Industry Expert
High precision metal stampings. Complete turnkey solution. Attention to quality standards. Dock-Stock. What company encompasses all of these qualities? That would be us—American Industrial Company. Having been founded in 1981, our company is family-owned and is currently in its third generation of owners. Because of our extensive history, we have been able to evolve and…