Frequently Asked Questions at Fox Valley Stamping

We’ve highlighted the most common questions we get asked regarding our services in CNC LASER Cutting, Metal Fabrication, Short Run Metal Stamping and Welding. If you don’t see the answer to your question, please give us a call at 847.741.2277 or email us at estimating@FoxValleyStamping.com.

What materials do you handle?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:04:31-06:00

What materials do you handle?

We only use material made in the USA. The max. we use include: Steel:1” thick, Galvanized/Galvannealed Steel: 3/16” thick, Stainless Steel: 1.125” thick, Aluminum: 1.180” thick, Brass: 0.625” thick, Copper: 0.500” thick. We can process sheets maximum 60” x 120”.

How many precision parts can we get from this tooling run?Carla Baldwin2025-01-31T17:26:51-06:00

How many precision parts can we get from this tooling run?

At Fox Valley Stamping Company, we guarantee the longevity of our short run tooling throughout the duration of your job. This includes the commitment to repair or replace the tooling should the need arise.

What tooling costs am I looking at?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:03:48-06:00

What tooling costs am I looking at?

Fox Valley Stamping Company charges a one-time tooling fee. For flat parts with holes, the cost is approximately $50, and more complex parts may have a higher cost.

What part quantities can Fox Valley Stamping Company accommodate?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:03:26-06:00

What part quantities can Fox Valley Stamping Company accommodate?

Our average order ranges between 500 to 1,000 pieces. Over the years, we have fulfilled orders of various sizes, from one-piece prototypes to 5-piece orders and even up to 100,000-piece orders.

What is the turnaround time for a typical order?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:03:04-06:00

What is the turnaround time for a typical order?

Fox Valley Stamping Company typically has a lead time of 2 to 3 weeks for standard jobs.

What kind of materials does Fox Valley Stamping work with?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:02:44-06:00

What kind of materials does Fox Valley Stamping work with?

Fox Valley Stamping Company works with prime quality flat stock, and we can also use your supplied prime quality raw material. Common materials we work with include aluminum, brass, copper, beryllium copper, phosphor bronze, all carbon steels, and stainless steel. Additionally, we offer a wide range of finishes and tempers for CNC metal stamping.

How large of a part can you manufacture?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:02:20-06:00

How large of a part can you manufacture?

Fox Valley Stamping Company can produce parts of various sizes and shapes. We process sheets with a variety pf thickness depending on the material required. Our maximum sheet sizes are 60” x 120”.

Can you work with my sample?Carla Baldwin2025-01-31T17:31:11-06:00

Can you work with my sample?

Fox Valley Stamping Company can work with customer samples, prints, or electronic files. Our design capabilities allow us to create new custom parts based on your requirements.

Will you accept blanket orders? Will you hold customer inventory for split shipments?Carla Baldwin2025-02-19T19:01:31-06:00

Will you accept blanket orders? Will you hold customer inventory for split shipments?

Fox Valley Stamping Company accepts blanket orders and collaborates with customers on inventory control.

What quality system does Fox Valley Stamping use?Carla Baldwin2025-01-31T17:35:20-06:00

What quality system does Fox Valley Stamping use?

While Fox Valley Stamping Company is not certified, we adhere to ISO 9001:2000 quality management guidelines. We conduct ongoing audits, training, and system upgrades to ensure top-notch quality.

Do you do any secondary operation processing?Carla Baldwin2025-01-31T17:35:53-06:00

Do you do any secondary operation processing?

Fox Valley Stamping Company handles secondary processes such as drilling, tapping, or machining in-house. However, for processes like heat treating, plating, or painting, we rely on trusted partners as part of our total care customer service.

Contact us today at at 847.741.2277 or email us at estimating@FoxValleyStamping.com. for any of your metal fabrication needs.

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