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Advantages of Using EV Stamping in the Automotive Industry

What Is EV Stamping? Metal stamping is a highly efficient process that utilizes stamping presses and dies to form metal sheets into the desired shape. In addition to its efficiency, metal stamping is known for producing complex parts that adhere to tight tolerances and specifications with optimal repeatability. Because of this, metal stamping has become […]

Cost-Effective Types of Metal Stamping Techniques

Metal stamping is an economical manufacturing method that uses pressure, a die surface, and tooling to produce precision metal components in large quantities. This high-speed metalworking process encompasses a variety of cold-forming techniques like bending, cutting, blanking, punching, and coining that shape a workpiece from sheet metal. Some metal stamping techniques are more cost-effective than […]

Saving Money on Your Metal-Stamped Parts

ESI understands the demands of our clients’ industries, and we are committed to helping them save money on their metal-stamped parts without sacrificing the quality of their products. We have been in business for over three decades, continuously offering new levels of engineering solutions and manufacturing services, including using the most advanced automated systems. Our […]

How Are Parts Made Using Progressive Die Stamping?

Progressive die stamping processes involve feeding strip metal through a series of workstations that perform unique actions to shape and fabricate materials into highly durable parts for a range of industries. Die stamping equipment operates at extremely high speeds for the large-scale replication of various parts. Progressive Die Stamping Process Overview A standard progressive die […]

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Sheet Metal Stamping vs. Metal Fabrication

When manufacturing metal parts and components, some applications may use either sheet metal stamping or other metal fabrication processes. People often mistakenly use the terms “sheet metal stamping” and “metal fabrication” interchangeably, but they refer to a range of manufacturing processes with significant differences. Sheet metal stamping is a form of metal fabrication, but there […]

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What to Look for in a Metal Stamping Supplier

Metal stamping encompasses a variety of metal forming techniques, such as punching, piercing, blanking, bending, welding, plating, and heat treating. Knowing what to look for in a metal stamping partner is crucial to a productive relationship. A beneficial supplier can speed up your production times, lower costs, and produce better quality. On the flip side, […]

When Will Metal Prices Drop and Lead Times Stabilize?

Over the course of 2021, the market has seen prices for steel, stainless steel, copper, and other popular base metals rise significantly. Fortunately, ESI has learned how to work with market fluctuations to create sustainable, cost-effective metal products for our customers. Our extensive experience working with a variety of metals also gave us an inside […]

ESI Launches New Materials Division Called CThru Metals

ESI is pleased to announce the launch of CThru Metals, a new division within our metal forming and manufacturing business. This dynamic new division will specialize in expanded metal mesh foil products with precision-grade, high-quality metals, thinner gauges, wider coils, and enhanced durability. Why Expanded Metal Mesh Foil? Manufacturing expanded metal mesh foil creates a […]

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How to Select the Right Material for Your Metal Forming Project

Metal forming encompasses a wide range of operations — bending, cutting, drawing, stamping, and welding, to name a few — which can be performed individually or jointly to create more complex pieces and assemblies. When an engineer identifies which metal forming method to use, they have to look at the part’s requirements, restrictions and end use. […]

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What We’re Working On: Electrical Busbars to Serve Multiple Applications

At Engineering Specialties, Inc. (ESI), we believe engineering a successful component requires understanding how it works in its intended application. Equipped with three decades of experience designing and manufacturing parts for a wide range of applications, we have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide highly engineered solutions for virtually any customer need. Over the […]

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