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Complex Sheet Metal & Tooling

Sheet Metal

     At Toolmax, we excel at a wide range of sheet metal fabrication processes that enable us to create complex components with high precision and efficiency. Our specific capabilities include forming, bending, deep drawing, stamping, fine blanking, and trimming. Utilizing advanced machinery and techniques, we ensure that every part meets the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry.

      Our production capabilities are designed to handle a variety of order requirements, from low-volume, high-mix projects with quantities as small as one, to high lot size production runs that have dedicated work centers. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and ability to offer expedited jobs, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

     We work with a diverse range of materials specific to the aerospace industry and beyond. Our expertise includes all aerospace-grade stainless steels, as well as copper, titanium, and aluminum. This versatility allows us to provide tailored solutions that match the unique requirements of each project.

Processes

  • Bending

  • Forming

  • Deep Drawing

  • Stamping

  • Fine Blanking

  • Rolling

  • Trimming

Materials

  • Stainless Steel

    • 300 series​

  • Inconel Alloys

    • INC 718 / 625​

  • Titanium

  • Aluminum

  • Copper / Brass

Production

  • ERP Driven

  • Expedited Orders

  • Dedicated Work Centers

  • Low-Quantity Production

  • High Volume LTA

  • Control Plans

Stamping is a process that uses dies to shear sheet metal into intricate geometries via the creation of blanks or slugs. This process involves using a high amount of pressure to force a metal sheet between upper and lower dies with precision, efficiency, and uniformity to yield complex parts and blanks.

STAMPING

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Forming is the process of plastically deforming and shaping metal sheets into specific configurations through the application of mechanical force, using techniques such as deep drawing, flanging, bending, coining, etc.

FORMING

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Engineering & Toolmaking

  • Stamping Dies
  • Forming Dies
  • Deep Drawing Dies
  • Trim Fixtures
  • ​Inspection Gauges
  • CMM Fixtures

      At Toolmax, our engineering and tool design capabilities are the cornerstone of our manufacturing success. Our experienced team of mechanical engineers and toolmakers use advanced CAD/CAM technologies, including SolidWorks and Mastercam, to create precise and innovative tooling solutions tailored to our clients’ unique needs. We focus on optimizing tooling designs for functionality and efficiency, ensuring that even the most complex components are produced with precision. Our engineers drive projects from concept through delivery, communicating with our clients throughout the process to deliver exceptional engineering outcomes that drive success and enhance production quality in the aerospace industry.

Even with the most modern technologies, handwork remains a core aspect of sheet metal craftsmanship. Handwork includes: inspection, tweaking, filing, deburring, polishing, and cleaning to ensure that parts meet final requirements.

HANDWORK

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To hold tight tolerances after forming operations, sheet metal parts undergo trimming operations to achieve final key dimensions. This is done via CNC milling machines, band saws, belt sanders, and lasering.

TRIMMING

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