How a Capability Study Verifies your Metal Part is Ready for Production
For Ultra’s capability studies, we inspect a series of parts for specific dimensions and then do a statistical analysis on the readings to determine if the manufacturing process is stable enough to hold the dimensions within spec consistently. The standard practice is to perform capability studies on 30 pieces, but there are variations if this […]
What technology in a metal stamping die improves production?
Sensor technology is utilized in every metal stamping die that we design and build for OEM’s and for production completed in one of Ultra’s 13 stamping presses. Sensors protect the stamping die and ensure its functioning properly during operation, and during set-up and removal of the die in the stamping press. This technology establishes a […]
How strong and reliable is your production tooling?
Without reliable, high-quality and robust tooling on your production line, you will experience delays, minor damages and eventually shutdown. Select a tooling supplier that is focused on innovation and quality to establish robust production operations. Ultra does exactly this and as an added bonus we have more than 50 years of experience designing and building […]
Discover how to minimize production downtime when your metal stamping die is damaged.
You need to have a plan for servicing damaged metal stamping dies and for replacing those that cannot be repaired. It takes significant time to choose a tooling supplier and you could be comprising your entire production process with a quick selection. Ultra has designed and built multiple stamping dies for an Industrial Heating Manufacturer […]
Its been 51 years of manufacturing for Ultra Tool & Manufacturing. We must be doing something right!
The only source of knowledge is experience – Albert Einstein This statement rings true as Ultra recognizes its 51st year in operation this month. It means for more than half a century, our leaders and employees have been open-minded to technology, new industry practices and the changing needs of customers. Ultra began as a Tool & […]
Production Intent Prototyping: Give your metal part what it deserves.
It is rewarding to look and feel a prototype in your hand and know that it matches your part print, but… Is that all you want in your prototype? The answer is no. You need to confidently know the production process for your metal part is well-established, strong and adaptable to meet future output demands. […]
New Product Introduction process ensures success for your metal part
t can be difficult to hand over a project to a supplier after putting in so much time and effort designing a part. Wouldn’t that be easier to do if an established process was in place ensuring confidence and success from design-to-production? Ultra offers the perfect solution with our NPI (New Product Introduction) Process which […]
Get your metal part stamped in Ultra’s new servo press!
The Minster Servo FX2-300 provides new opportunities to experience cost-savings for producing your metal stamped part. This short tutorial features our trusted operators, expertly trained on this servo press and in the classroom, detailing the advantages to this technology-based stamping equipment. And seeing is believing…check out these quality parts produced in this new Minster FX2-300 […]
