The selection process for the most economical stamping technique requires evaluation of part complexity and yearly production needs and material characteristics and subsequent operational constraints. Progressive dies require higher initial investment for their tooling system yet provide substantial cost reductions through enhanced operational speed and automated processes and diminished need for physical part movement at greater production levels. Transfer dies operate at a slower pace yet they become more cost-effective when used for production of medium volumes with complex shapes that demand greater design flexibility. At Degele Manufacturing we assess entire equipment ownership costs because equipment costs alone do not reveal the precise break-even point and we determine which process generates the most affordable manufacturing costs throughout the entire program duration.

Degele Manufacturing has extensive experience forming and stamping advanced materials used in demanding applications, including high-strength steels and aluminum alloys that meet the requirements for electric vehicle production and lightweight design specifications. The materials need accurate press operation and proper tooling development and specialized forming skills to prevent cracking and springback and dimensional stability issues. Our team possesses the required expertise to handle process management and inspection protocols and necessary quality control practices for maintaining material integrity during high-performance applications.

Degele Manufacturing functions as a unified entity to provide value-added manufacturing services to its customers. Our company provides metal stamping and tooling services together with secondary operations that include tapping and drilling and welding and machining and part assembly. This unified system decreases production times by removing extra shipping which would have occurred between two suppliers while enhancing product quality through unified responsibility which becomes vital as supply chains become more restricted and delivery times increase.