Guides
Guides for buyers
Three short guides to help you plan a stamping or sheet-metal project and prepare a complete request.
Sourcing Stamped and Sheet-Metal Parts from Vietnam: Steps and a Realistic Timeline
The ten steps of sourcing stamped and sheet-metal parts from Vietnam, from RFQ and DFM review to FOB shipment, and what drives the timeline.
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Progressive, Compound or Single-Stage Die: How to Choose
How to choose between single-stage, compound and progressive stamping dies: volume, part geometry, tolerances, cost and lead time.
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What to Send with Your RFQ to Get an Accurate Quote
A checklist of what to send with your RFQ for an accurate quote: drawings, STEP file, material, quantities, finish, packing, destination and dates.
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