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 […]

Back to Basics: How to Get a Prototype Manufactured

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There are recurring customers who have been with us for decades and order bulk-quantity productions. There are also people brand new to the world of sheet metal fabrication who walk through TEDCO’s doors all the time. Once in a while, it is best to go back to basics and explain processes that are at the […]

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Key 2025 Manufacturing Trends that are Shaping 2026

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As the industry moves into the new year, the key manufacturing trends that are shaping 2026 were very much relevant in 2025. As technologies advance and the sheet metal market fluctuates, the fundamentals of sheet metal fabrication remain unchanged.  Manufacturers across various industries last year experienced a demand for tighter timelines, evolving requirements, and an […]

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Industry-Grade Reliability During the Holidays

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Industry-Grade Reliability: Why It Matters? In precision metal work, when dealing with industries such as aerospace, agriculture, and medical, reliability is not an option; it is a necessity. A single unit must perform flawlessly under pressure and in bulk production; all must function identically. Especially during the holidays, we commit to delivering industry-grade reliability every […]

Holiday Planning and Looking Ahead to 2026

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The holiday season presents numerous operational challenges and surprising opportunities. If you plan correctly, you will also be set up for a successful New Year ahead. A well-mitigated strategy will ensure fewer risks with supply chain holiday delays and enhance customer-vendor relationship satisfaction. Together we can navigate this busy time, setting the stage for growth […]

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Material Market Updates During TEDCO’s Anniversary Month!

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Our company is celebrating 38 years in business this month, and we could not be any more appreciative of those who helped get us here. As we reflect on our growth since 1987, we are proud of our unwavering commitment to precision quality, competitive pricing, and transparent communication between vendors and customers alike. We will […]

Precision Metal Medical Equipment: Fabrication and Techniques

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Introduction Our company plays a crucial part in fabricating precision metal medical equipment. Some parts have life-saving objectives, such as stents, self-retaining retractors, implant devices, and many more, with lesser applications. These components must be consistent in size and material, and must be dependable, making the quality of manufacturing critical.  With precision in our name, […]