OEM metal stamping capability

Custom Metal Stamping Services for OEM Parts

Send drawings or samples for engineering review before tooling. HARVLAND helps OEM teams move from stamping feasibility and no-MOQ sample approval to finished mass production parts.

DFM review before tooling decisions
ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 quality and environmental system support
No MOQ for sample validation
0.2mm-2.0mm target sheet metal range
Finish + inspection planned by project route
RFQ inputs Drawings, samples, material, finish, annual quantity and inspection notes.
Engineering review DFM, tolerance, burr direction, forming risk and tooling route.
Production output Samples, inspection reports, pilot run and controlled shipment planning.
Process path

From drawing review to inspected production

Each capability area follows the same manufacturing path so buyers can connect service details to quote requirements.

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01

Customer Input

Collect drawings, 3D/2D files, material, finish, volume, inspection and packaging requirements.

02

DFM Review

Review stamping feasibility, tolerance risk, springback, burr direction and tooling direction.

03

Quote & Sampling

Confirm quotation, sample route, project plan, inspection plan and sample validation path.

04

Tooling & Die

Design production tooling, run T0/T1/T2 trials, correct dimensions, burr and springback.

05

Mass Production QC

Run pilot production, customer approval, PPAP if required and controlled mass production.

RFQ Starting Point

Start with drawings, samples or early part details

A useful custom metal stamping quote starts by removing uncertainty around the part, not by guessing a unit price. Share the geometry, material, thickness, finish and target quantity so engineering can judge the route before tooling money is committed.

  • 2D drawings, STEP/STP, DWG, DXF, photos or physical samples can be reviewed.
  • Material range is typically 0.2mm-2.0mm steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and galvanized steel.
  • Useful RFQ details include annual volume, tolerance notes, burr direction, finish, packaging and inspection needs.
DFM Before Tooling

Check stamping feasibility before the die is built

Buyers want fewer surprises after the PO. The review focuses on manufacturability risks that can change cost, lead time and repeatability before production tooling starts.

  • Review bend radius, hole spacing, forming depth, springback, flatness, tolerance stack and burr control.
  • Confirm whether blanking, bending, forming, deep drawing or progressive die stamping is the right route.
  • Flag drawing details that should be adjusted before sample tooling or production die development.
Die Development

Plan sampling, stamping die development and approval

For custom stamped parts, tooling is where most buyer risk sits. A clear approval path covers die design, T0/T1/T2 trials, dimensional correction, sample approval and production release.

  • Prototype or sample tooling can be discussed when the design is still being validated.
  • Production die development is planned around geometry, material behavior, annual demand and inspection level.
  • Sample feedback is used to correct dimensions, forming marks, burr, springback and surface concerns before mass production.
Production Outcome

Move from approved samples to stable stamped parts

Once samples are approved, sourcing teams still need repeatable quality, finish consistency and clear communication. The manufacturing route connects stamping, surface treatment, inspection and packaging in one quote path.

  • Stamped brackets, shields, covers, chassis parts, terminals, clips, enclosures and electronic metal parts can be reviewed.
  • Finishing options can include plating, powder coating, ink coating, e-coating, anodizing, passivation, cleaning, deburring, screen printing, pad printing or project-specific treatment.
  • Inspection planning can include dimensional checks, appearance criteria, sample reports, packaging requirements and batch control.
Buyer questions

Common buyer questions

What information is needed for a custom metal stamping quote?

Send drawings or samples, material, thickness, finish, tolerance expectations, annual quantity and any inspection, packaging or compliance requirements. If the design is early, photos and target use can still help the first review.

Can you review manufacturability before tooling?

Yes. DFM review before tooling checks stamping feasibility, bend and forming risk, burr direction, tolerance concerns, material behavior and whether the design needs adjustment before die development.

Does every custom stamped part need a production die?

Most repeat production parts need dedicated tooling, but the best route depends on geometry, target volume and validation stage. Early projects may start with sample review or prototype tooling before production die approval.

Can custom stamping include surface finishing and inspection?

Yes. Stamping can be planned together with deburring, plating, powder coating, ink coating, e-coating, anodizing, passivation, cleaning, screen printing, pad printing, dimensional checks, appearance inspection and project-specific packaging.

RFQ-ready capability

Have a part to quote?

Send drawings, material, thickness, finish and target quantity for review.

  • RFQ inputs Drawings, samples, material, finish, annual quantity and inspection notes.
  • Engineering review DFM, tolerance, burr direction, forming risk and tooling route.
Resource library

Guides and articles

RFQ guideMetal Stamping RFQ Checklist: What to Send for a QuoteA controlled RFQ package lets purchasing compare suppliers on the same geometry, material, tooling, sample, inspection and delivery scope. Use this checklist before sending drawings for quotation.Production guidePrototype to Production Metal Stamping: 8-Stage Release GuidePrototype-to-production metal stamping should pass eight controlled gates: validation brief, early sample, design freeze, die trials, FAI, buyer-required PPAP, pilot run and production release. Each gate needs defined inputs, evidence and an approval owner.Design guideDesign for Manufacturing (DFM) Guide for Metal StampingSmall design choices decide whether a stamped part quotes cleanly or creates tooling changes. Use this DFM guide to reduce risk before die development and sample approval.Design guideMetal Stamping Tolerances: What Buyers Should SpecifyTolerance decides how a stamped part is tooled, measured and priced. This guide helps buyers specify critical dimensions clearly without adding avoidable tooling and inspection cost.Quality guideMetal Stamping Quality Control and InspectionQuality control decides whether stamped parts arrive consistent and to drawing. Use this guide to understand the systems, inspections and documents that keep a stamping program in spec.
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