Avoiding the Hidden Costs of Poor Tooling Design

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A press is running, operators are on schedule, and then production halts. The culprit isn’t a worn die or a missed inspection; it’s a flaw in the tooling design that’s been there from the start. Every minute of downtime is money lost, and every rejected part is material that can’t be recovered. For engineers and […]

A Beginner’s Guide to Fine Blanking for Engineers & Buyers

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When a part needs to be exceptionally flat, burr-free, and accurate from one run to the next, fine blanking is often the best answer. Yet many buyers and engineers unfamiliar with this process default to conventional metal stamping, missing out on the dimensional control and finish that fine blanking delivers. At Principal Manufacturing, fine blanking […]

Why “Made in the USA” Still Matters in Manufacturing

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In a global market filled with uncertainty, “Made in the USA” remains a strategic advantage. Supply chain disruption, geopolitical instability, and shifting trade policies have pushed many OEMs to reevaluate where and how their parts are produced. For manufacturers that prioritize reliability, control, and quality, domestic sourcing continues to deliver meaningful results. At Principal Manufacturing, […]

Understanding the Role of CNC Machining in Complex Part Production

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When parts demand tight tolerances, repeatability, and fast scaling, CNC machining becomes a strategic asset. For engineers and sourcing professionals operating in high-pressure production environments, the ability to manufacture detailed geometries with precision and consistency is a baseline requirement, not a luxury. Principal Manufacturing integrates CNC machining into a broader set of in-house capabilities designed […]

How Consolidating Your Supply Chain Can Save Time and Money

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Managing a complex supply chain is no small task, especially when you’re juggling multiple suppliers, tight timelines, and cost-saving expectations. For commodity managers and product development engineers, each additional supplier adds layers of risk: delays, miscommunication, quality issues, and missed savings targets. When your job depends on delivering value quickly and efficiently, complexity is the […]

The Heart of Accuracy: Fineblanking Press Services in Chicago

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Fineblanking is a specialized stamping process that creates parts with superior accuracy, flatness, and edge characteristics. In modern manufacturing, it is essential for creating precise metal components crucial to the automotive, aerospace, and electronics industries. This article explores fineblanking press in Chicago, focusing on Principal Manufacturing Corporation’s advanced technology. Delve into how our state-of-the-art press […]

Key Considerations in Metal Stamping

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Metal stamping is a versatile and efficient manufacturing process that involves shaping metal sheets or strips by pressing them into a specific shape or design. One of its advantages is that it allows for creating complex configurations with extreme precision and consistency. The process typically uses a set of dies, which are specialized tools designed […]

How To Choose the Right Plastic Injection Molding Partner

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Click to Expand Plastic injection molding is a versatile and cost-effective manufacturing process for producing various plastic parts, from small components to intricate structures. It is highly regarded as one of the most adaptable techniques for creating parts and components in large quantities. Its applications are also widespread, ranging from the automotive and aerospace industries […]

Fineblanking Services to Automotive, Industrial, and EOM Companies

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Fineblanking is a metal forming technique that produces precise and complex parts for various industries, including automotive, industrial, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). These services offer a cost-effective solution to manufacturing superior-quality components with tight tolerances and intricate designs. This process also offers several advantages over other metalworking methods, such as stamping, laser cutting, and […]

When To Choose Fineblanking vs. Stamping

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Click to Expand Fineblanking is a specialized manufacturing process that combines cutting, extrusion, and shearing. It involves using a punch and die set to cut a metal strip and applying high pressure to produce a precisely finished part. Conversely, stamping is a metalworking process that uses a press machine to shape flat metal sheets into […]