Metal stamping has a variety of different applications, with manufacturers of all kinds of products requiring these services to ensure the best quality results. Companies in a wide range of industries require metal stamping services and it’s particularly important to develop an ongoing relationship with a provider that you can trust is one of the best in the business. But what can you do to be sure that you’re working with a professional that is going to deliver? When it comes to metal stamping, there really isn’t any room for error and timing is very important if you need to meet deadlines. Let’s have a look at what you need to look for in a good supplier of metal stamped accessories.
Certifications
There are obviously legal requirements that come with practising in this industry and certain certifications need to be earned for you to be sure of quality assurance. A good metal stamping provider will be able to provide you with information on their certification and any awards that may have been earned along the way. It’s very important to consider this information when choosing between providers and it should be overlooked. We’d also recommend getting any information you can on the company’s quality control policy and how their internal processes work; the more info you have, the better!
Experience
In just about any industry, you’ll be looking for a team that has been around for more than a few years if possible. While there are quality metal stamping companies out there that are just starting out, generally speaking, the older companies have survived for a reason. Some of these businesses may be family-owned and operated, has been in the industry for decades in some cases. Often, these kinds of companies are more experienced dealing with clients (meaning better customer service) and providing a more tailor-made product. They have grown as new technology has come out in the industry and understand the ins and outs of metal stamping better than anybody. It’s also a lot easier to find info about a company that has been around for a few years. While it’s not the be all and end all, an experienced metal stamping company is usually preferable.
Warranties
What kind of warranties and/or guarantees does your metal stamper provide? The fact is that in this industry, there are errors from time to time, usually quite minor if you’re lucky. Obviously, you want to go with someone that has better quality control and can spot these mistakes before delivering the product to you, but according to a recent survey, even the top 10% of metal stampers will have a .01% defect rate on parts shipped.
What you want is someone that will admit when they’ve made a mistake and take responsibility for that, compensating you if it’s deemed appropriate. Your supplier should be able to provide you with information about their guarantee policy and how such situations are approached. You can get a good sense of the type of company you’re dealing with based on this.
These are three considerations you should keep in mind when selecting a metal stamping company, but often the best way to find a provider you can trust is through referrals. For any other information, feel free to give the team at Merit Manufacturing call today and find out more.
