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Fox Valley Stamping Co Fox Valley Stamping Co. is a family-owned metal fabricator. We offer CNC laser cutting, welding, press brake forming, short run stamping, & value-added services.

Serving all industries with custom solutions from prototypes to production. Contact us today! Fox Valley Stamping Company offers the highest quality short run metal stamping, metal fabrication, LASER cutting, secondary and operations to businesses in nearly every industry. FVSC will accommodate custom metal stampings for a wide variety of inventory, budgets, applications, specifications, and delivery schedules using a system specially designed to provide the most flexibility. Fox Valley Stamping Company has provided high quality CNC precision laser cutting, metal stampings, welding and fabrications to customers in a wide area of industries, since 1965.

⚙️ How does a flat sheet of metal become a finished component?Through a series of carefully planned stamping operations....
10/21/2026

⚙️ How does a flat sheet of metal become a finished component?

Through a series of carefully planned stamping operations.

Depending on the part, the process may involve cutting, punching, bending, or forming metal into the required shape.

The tooling, material, part design, and production quantity all influence how the process is planned.

🔗 Take a closer look at how sheet metal stamping works, from raw material to finished part.

⚙️ How thick can a fiber laser cut?The answer isn't just about laser power.Material type, thickness, cut quality require...
10/14/2026

⚙️ How thick can a fiber laser cut?

The answer isn't just about laser power.

Material type, thickness, cut quality requirements, and processing speed all influence what a fiber laser can handle effectively.

Understanding these factors can help manufacturers choose the right cutting process for their sheet metal components.

🔗 Learn more about fiber laser cutting capabilities and thickness considerations.

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🔩 Galvanized steel and hot-dip galvanized steel sound almost identical. So what's the difference?Both use zinc to help p...
10/07/2026

🔩 Galvanized steel and hot-dip galvanized steel sound almost identical. So what's the difference?

Both use zinc to help protect steel from corrosion, but the way that zinc coating is applied is different.

And that difference can affect the coating's characteristics and how the material performs in different applications.

If you're selecting material for a sheet metal project, understanding the distinction can help you make a more informed choice.

👉 Compare galvanized and hot-dipped galvanized steel.

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✂️ Laser cutting and metal stamping don't always have to compete.Sometimes, using both processes makes sense.A part migh...
09/30/2026

✂️ Laser cutting and metal stamping don't always have to compete.

Sometimes, using both processes makes sense.

A part might start with laser cutting for flexibility and prototyping, then transition to stamping when production volume increases.

That combination can offer manufacturers a way to move from:

Prototype → Production → Higher-volume manufacturing

The right process depends on the part, volume, tooling requirements, and production goals.

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💰 Which costs less: laser cutting or metal stamping?The answer isn't as simple as choosing one process over the other.Th...
09/23/2026

💰 Which costs less: laser cutting or metal stamping?

The answer isn't as simple as choosing one process over the other.

The right choice can depend on:

📦 Production volume
📐 Part complexity
🔩 Material
⏱️ Production requirements
🛠️ Tooling costs

For a one-time project, the economics can look very different than they do for thousands of identical parts.

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🔩 You don't need a million parts to benefit from metal stamping.Short-run stamping can be a practical fit when you're pr...
09/16/2026

🔩 You don't need a million parts to benefit from metal stamping.

Short-run stamping can be a practical fit when you're producing:

• Prototypes and first production runs
• Hundreds to thousands of parts
• Products still going through design changes
• Components with tight tolerances
• Parts where tooling costs need to stay manageable

It's a different approach than high-volume progressive stamping—and for the right project, that flexibility can make a big difference.

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🔥 Welding can change more than just the shape of a part.Heat from the welding process can cause sheet metal to warp, twi...
09/09/2026

🔥 Welding can change more than just the shape of a part.

Heat from the welding process can cause sheet metal to warp, twist, or pull out of alignment.

So how can manufacturers reduce distortion?

📏 Proper joint design
🔥 Managing heat input
🔩 Correct fixturing
⚙️ Welding sequence
📐 Material considerations

Controlling distortion starts before the first weld is made.

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Not every metal stamping project needs a massive production run. 👇Short-run precision stamping can be a smart option whe...
09/02/2026

Not every metal stamping project needs a massive production run. 👇

Short-run precision stamping can be a smart option when you need:

🔹 Lower production quantities
🔹 Consistent, repeatable parts
🔹 Precision forming
🔹 Prototypes or specialty components
🔹 Less commitment to large inventories

The right production method depends on your part, volume, materials, and timeline.

📐 Have a project that doesn't fit the traditional high-volume model?
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📦 What's protecting the components inside your equipment?Custom sheet metal enclosures can be designed around the exact ...
08/26/2026

📦 What's protecting the components inside your equipment?

Custom sheet metal enclosures can be designed around the exact needs of the application.

They can provide:

🛡️ Component protection
📐 Precise dimensions and fit
🔌 Openings for connections and controls
⚙️ A durable housing for demanding environments

When an off-the-shelf enclosure doesn't fit, custom fabrication can provide a better solution.

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🔥 Not all welding processes are created for the same job.Laser, MIG, and TIG welding each have different strengths depen...
08/19/2026

🔥 Not all welding processes are created for the same job.

Laser, MIG, and TIG welding each have different strengths depending on the material, application, and desired result.

🔦 Laser — speed & precision
⚙️ MIG — versatility & productivity
🛠️ TIG — control & clean welds

The right process starts with understanding the project.

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Address

385 Production Drive
South Elgin, IL
60177

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+18477412277

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