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Copper Alloys for Metal Stamping

September 13, 2018 5 years ago Leave a Comment

Copper is widely regarded as one of the oldest metals used by man. For centuries, copper has been forged and shaped into a variety of useful everyday items from tools and jewelry to, more recently, electrical equipment and household appliances. Copper possesses a broad range of desirable mechanical and chemical properties, making it one of […]

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Custom Metal Stampings for Appliance Industry

March 28, 2018 6 years ago Leave a Comment

Since 1958, Keats Manufacturing Co. has been outfitting specialty industries with high-performance, long-lasting custom metal stampings. With years of experience and a deep understanding of unique application needs, our expert team can handle even the most intricate small metal stampings, wire forms, and assemblies. For decades, customers have turned to our facility for its unique […]

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Metal Stamping in the Automotive Sector

February 26, 2018 6 years ago Leave a Comment

Automobiles rely on a wide range of components to operate safely and efficiently. Most of these components — which are found in every part of a vehicle, from its frame to its electrical systems — are manufactured using metal stamping and precision machining methods. Metal stamping, also referred to as pressing, involves placing a sheet […]

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Keats Manufacturing Achieves IATF 16949:2016 Certification

February 8, 2018 6 years ago Leave a Comment

Keats Manufacturing is pleased to announce that we have achieved certification under IATF 16949:2016, a technical specification for quality management systems in the automotive sector as set forth by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF). What is IATF 16949:2016 certification? A Quality Management System (QMS) is a set of processes, policies, records, and documented procedures […]

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Pre-Plating, Post-Plating & Selective Plating: What’s the Difference?

August 31, 2017 6 years ago Leave a Comment

The plating process involves adding layers of metal onto existing workpieces, and can allow for a wide range of performance benefits depending on the specific application. Various techniques and materials can be used to create unique end products, but the wide range of options can often be daunting. We’ve outlined some of the main benefits […]

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