Choosing the proper metalforming process for a project is an art as well as a science. You have to account for desired aesthetic, cost, part function, part volume, time to manufacture, and much more. Finding the right turnkey metal part and assembly manufacturer often makes the difference when it comes to delivering a project on… Read More
With kitchen appliance handle design trending away from the contoured look that was favored by OEMs for more than a decade to a more commercial-kitchen, almost industrial aesthetic, different approaches to handle manufacturing are required. Whereas tubular hydroforming and tubular stamping were good fits for creating gently curved metal appliance handles that were lightweight and… Read More
Although we’re primarily known for our appliance handles, Mills Products has also acquired a strong reputation for manufacturing quality metal case handles. Our ability to choose between different manufacturing techniques and work with a wide variety of materials enables us to create sturdy, lightweight, and dependable metal handles for common cases such as: Tool boxes… Read More
In our decades as a supplier of appliance parts and assemblies, we’ve found that metal appliance handles are best made using three manufacturing methods: roll forming, which is very cost effective, hydroforming, which allows for more complexity and flexibility without sacrificing strength, and tubular stamping, which combines economy, strength, and flexibility at high volumes. Here… Read More
Contemporary automobiles of all kinds, from small SUVs to heavy work trucks, are becoming more advanced with each passing year as consumers demand additional features and improved designs from each new model. Automotive decorative metal trim plays a large part in the aesthetic appeal of these vehicles, and well-chosen decorative elements can give a vehicle an… Read More
While tubular stamping can often save time and money when making tubular metal products vs. other metal forming processes, such as hydroforming and metal roll forming, it’s important to determine which jobs are right fits for this amazing new process. Because tube stamping requires a fair amount of tooling, it typically isn’t a viable solution for production… Read More
If yoThere are lots of options out there for manufacturing tubular metal parts, including roll forming and tubular hydroforming. Now add to the mix tubular stamping. A relatively new metal forming technology, tubular stamping — or “tube stamping” — has a lot of things going for it and opens up a whole host of possibilities… Read More
Tubular stamping, or "tube stamping," is a patented method for making tubular work pieces by using a series of stamping operations. The tubular stamping process begins with a blank punched from a coil of sheet metal. The preformed blank is then moved into a die that forms it into a “U” shape. The U-shaped piece… Read More
You probably use an oven, refrigerator, or dishwasher every day, but have you ever thought about how appliance handle design has changed over the years? If you take a moment, you'll likely be able to easily recall the difference between your grandma’s 1970 wood-grain oven range pull handles and today’s curved, ergonomic stainless steel refrigerator handles.… Read More