Portfolios/Case Studies
Comments Off on Portfolios/Case StudiesWith over 40 years of experience, the reliable team at Ohio Valley Manufacturing has been working hard to become established as a superior provider of first operation industrial blanking, second-hand transfers, stampings, and value-added parts. For decades, our company has had a solid reputation for supplying high-quality products to our customers in different industries, including […]
Benefits of Stainless Steel Blanking
Comments Off on Benefits of Stainless Steel BlankingClick to expand The process of steel blanking has gained popularity mainly because of its ability to manufacture quality parts while reducing waste and cutting costs. Simply put, stainless steel blanking involves feeding a coil sheet of metal into a press and die to create a flat, geometric shape known as a blank. The blanking […]
An Introduction to Robotic TIG Welding
Comments Off on An Introduction to Robotic TIG WeldingAn Introduction to Robotic Welding Click to expand Robotic welding is a manufacturing process that utilizes robotic technology to automate the formation of welds on assemblies. Compared to traditional welding methods, it requires little to no human involvement during actual welding operations. As a result, it offers increased weld accuracy, precision, speed, and safety, all […]
An Introduction to Robotic MIG Welding
Comments Off on An Introduction to Robotic MIG WeldingRobotic MIG Welding Click to expand Robotic welding is an accurate and highly efficient welding process. This automated welding method requires little human intervention and delivers precise metal bonding under the supervision of an operator. Generally speaking, robotic welding offers better consistency and fewer errors than traditional welding practices. Robotic welders can handle numerous types […]
A Guide to Blanking in Contract Manufacturing
Comments Off on A Guide to Blanking in Contract ManufacturingA Guide to Blanking in Contract Manufacturing Many startups and small product manufacturing businesses do not have the capital needed to construct and operate a production facility. In these situations, they often turn to contract manufacturers to make their products so they do not need to invest in their own factory. Below, we provide an […]
Benefits of Robotic Welding
Comments Off on Benefits of Robotic WeldingBenefits of Robotic Welding Click to expand The welding process fuses two or more separate workpieces into a single piece using heat and pressure to create a strong joint as the weld cools and hardens. At Ohio Valley Manufacturing, we specialize in robotic welding, an automated process that produces reliable and repeatable welds. Typically faster […]
How Does Progressive Die Stamping Compare to the Competition?
Comments Off on How Does Progressive Die Stamping Compare to the Competition?Progressive Die Stamping vs. Other Common Metal Stamping Methods Click to Expand Progressive die stamping, compound die stamping, and transfer die stamping are the three most common metal stamping methods. With varying tolerance requirements, design elements, and production sizes required by each application, it is often the case that one of these metal stamping processes […]
Metal Stamping
Comments Off on Metal StampingMetal Stamping Click to expand Metal stamping processes facilitate the creation of a variety of customized components from metal sheets or bars. Machinery-driven dies cut and press materials into the desired shape quickly and efficiently, making the process ideal for high volume production runs. With the proper setup, multiple steps can be performed on each […]
Blanking Process Overview
Comments Off on Blanking Process OverviewBlanking Manufacturers use blanking to punch pieces in specific shapes from sheets or strips of raw material. The punched-out piece is called the “blank,” hence the term “blanking.” Blanking is most often performed with tools made from hardened steel or carbide, which work on metals like aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel, and even plastic. Blanking […]
Best Metals for Heavy Gauge Stamping
Comments Off on Best Metals for Heavy Gauge StampingBest Metals for Heavy Gauge Stamping Sheet metal sees use in a variety of industries and applications globally. In the automotive and aerospace industries, it oftentimes comprises automobile bodies and airplane wings; the medical sector depends on it for operating and examination tables; construction professionals use it day in and day out to constructive massive […]