Advanced Tooling Solutions
A Trusted Partner for Precision Metal Stamping

Precision metal stamping is a widely accepted manufacturing process that efficiently transforms sheet metal into precise parts—customized to varying requirements. The process embodies the commitment to shaping the future of various industries including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and medical, setting a global standard with a heightened focus on quality and tight tolerance.

Advanced Tooling Solutions (ATS), the ISO 9001:2015-certified precision metal stamping firm, is at the forefront of driving excellence in this industry. Backed by the combined experience of 90-plus years serving the metal blanking and forming space, it brings the right combination of quality, innovation, and reliability to offer exceptional services at every turn. ATS’ expertise covers design, build, assembly, development, inspection, and stamping, making it the full-suite services expert. ATS seamlessly caters to clients’ low and high-volume production demands, while also offering prototype and new product development solutions.

Central to its excellence are three seasoned metal-stamping professionals who laid the foundation for ATS. With Larry Zinn as die designing specialist, Mike Weber overseeing machine rebuilding, and Jason White at the helm of tool and die making, it has emerged as the most inventive and buzzed-about precision metal stamping shop in Pennsylvania.

What gives ATS an edge over the competition is its ability to manufacture intricate and tightly-toleranced parts using a wide variety of metal alloys. It uses industry-standard software like SolidWorks and AutoCAD to streamline the design process and build parts with precision. With state-of-the-art Bruderer presses and machining capabilities to maintain and build precision stamping tools, the firm offers elevated levels of consistency and accuracy in precision stamping.

“Customization is our forte; we craft precision parts tailored to a client’s unique specifications,” says Zinn, owner and die designer.

ATS’ versatile stamping platform complements its service excellence, empowering the company to quickly adapt to clients’ varying specifications at reduced cost.

This allows for eliminating the need for discrete tools for product iteration, which streamlines development and production. The versatile stamping platform can accommodate materials from .001in(.025mm) to .075in(2mm) thick, and from .250in(6mm) to 4in(102mm) wide materials. In addition, the platform offers capabilities for a wide range of complex forming and precision blanking solutions.

“Timely delivery is paramount in the manufacturing industry, and we remain focused on driving greater customer services by prioritizing responsiveness and flexibility,” says White, owner and tool and die specialist.

ATS initiates client engagement with meticulous assessments of product drawings, crafting a comprehensive quotation encompassing design, build, assembly, development, and inspection. Tailored to individual needs, these quotes offer flexible pricing structures, whether for singular items or bulk orders, catering to in-house utilization or customer deployment. Team ATS then conducts an in-depth discussion with clients to understand their needs and preferences and presents a detailed design for their review. It also provides them with the ability to provide input on the proposed design before building the tool.

Following the careful construction of the tools, ATS begins the assembly by ensuring adherence to the agreed-upon design specifications. The team samples parts for dimensional and functional testing. Its rigorous quality assurance entails a thorough examination of all dimensions against product drawings, complemented by additional inspection protocols, such as 1st Article Inspections, Capability Studies for critical dimensions, and PPAP for automotive applications. While conditioning the tool the team optimizes the manufacturing and maintenance processes. ATS then proceeds with stamping, emphasizing swift turnaround times for low and high-volume parts. Its efficient changeover procedure minimizes downtime and maximizes productivity. ATS’ continuous improvement plan continues through the life of the tool. This provides benefits for both the customer and ATS in the form of improved efficiency and potential cost reductions.

Customer satisfaction is the top priority at ATS. The team achieves this through its seamless communication channels. It also maintains proper documentation, which includes a complete set of drawings and models of the tool. They also provide a comprehensive predictive maintenance program. The team approaches every project with utmost attention to deliver solutions that always exceed client expectations. With such a perfect line of capabilities and technical expertise, this precision metal stamping specialist continues to deliver customized tools with high quality and tight tolerances for electrical connector, hardware, and commercial applications.