Anniversary Blog: A New Building, a New Machine, and a Changing of the Guard

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A New Building, a New Machine, and a Changing of the Guard There are certain moments in a company’s history that stand out, not necessarily because we recognized their importance at the time, but because of what they would eventually mean. For Tedco, one of those moments came when my father and I decided to […]

October is Tedco’s Anniversary Month

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A lot of the work we do at Tedco starts with one part. Sometimes it is a prototype for a new design. Sometimes it is a replacement part that may only ever be made once. Other times it is the first of many—a part that eventually becomes a regular production order. We like all of […]

Industry Spotlight: Sheet Metal Fabrication for Renewable Energy

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The renewable energy industry has been demanding precision metal components that can handle various climates and outdoor environments for decades. Metal fabrication plays a crucial role in the reliability and functionality of energy storage systems, solar and wind turbines, and emerging hydrogen technologies as the industry is expanding at an unprecedented pace.  TEDCO is positioned […]

Industry Spotlight: Sheet Metal Fabrication for the Telecommunication Industry

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Sheet metal fabrication for the telecommunication industry is one of our most valued and profitable partnerships within our line of work. Telecommunication infrastructure is the backbone of the digital world, with billions of people relying on it for instant global communication. The telecommunication industry requires precision-fabricated metal components to maintain performance and technological advancements that […]

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Coming Soon to Tedco

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Why the ‘H’ Matters The biggest difference between our new EGB1303H and a standard EGB1303 is the High-Body frame. The additional daylight and open height allow us to bend much deeper parts without interference. This expands our capabilities for tall enclosures, deep channels, complex formed parts, and assemblies that previously required multiple setups or special […]

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Deciding Between Sheet Metal and Machining Components

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Deciding between Sheet metal and machining components is one of the first decisions engineers make during the design process. This decision impacts cost, lead time, whether there are additional steps in the fabrication assembly line, and overall performance of components. Both options have their advantages and deliver high-quality projects. Here is a guide to help […]

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Design Tips to Improve Costs, Quality, and Lead Times

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The best designs have manufacturing in mind. We have put together design tips to improve costs, quality, and lead times for future sheet metal fabrication projects with Tedco. When going from concept to production, it is best to keep in mind that better designs consider more than just functionality. Designing for Manufacturability (DEM) ensures your […]

Surface Finishings on Metal Parts

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For a majority of metal fabrication jobs, the components are not complete until they receive finishing services. Surface finishings on metal parts play a critical role in how the material performs or how long the part is used.  Surface finishings serve multiple purposes, from enhancing the overall appearance and corrosion resistance to meeting industry standards […]

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Why Revisions are Normal in the Prototyping Process

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Introducing a new product into the world may seem like a straightforward process, as described in our blog, “How to Get a Prototype Manufactured,” but there are many obstacles that could arise that lead to early revisions. Developing complex metal components with tight tolerances and unique applications is rarely a perfect design from the start. Refinements […]

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Why Tedco Moved from Punch Presses to Fiber Laser Cutting

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Like many fabrication shops that started decades ago, our journey began with punch presses. Let’s dive into why Tedco moved from punch presses to fiber laser cutting nearly thirty years later.  Our first CNC punch was the Amada Vela, a tape-runner machine. Programming a part meant writing code line by line. Every movement of the […]