Capabilities
Precision Metal Stamping
Progressive & Transfer Dies · In-House Tool & Die · Production-Scale Manufacturing
Why Partner with Kapco for Metal Stamping?
Metal stamping is more than running parts through a press. Success depends on engineering expertise, tooling, process control, material knowledge, and a manufacturing partner committed to continuous improvement.
ADVANCED PRESS CAPACITY
Our engineers work alongside your team early in the product development process to improve manufacturability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and optimize parts for efficient production.
IN-HOUSE TOOL & DIE
We design, build, maintain, and modify production tooling in-house, allowing for faster engineering changes, tighter process control, and reduced dependence on outside vendors.
Your tooling. Built here.
Kapco operates more than 50 servo, hydraulic, and mechanical presses with capacities up to 1,000 tons, giving us the flexibility to manufacture everything from intricate precision components to large structural stampings.
AUTOMATION & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Automated production systems, disciplined manufacturing processes, and experienced teams deliver the consistency, repeatability, and efficiency today’s OEMs demand.
FINANCIAL STRENGTH & LONG-TERM INVESTMENT
Our financial stability enables continuous investment in advanced equipment, automation, and manufacturing technologies, ensuring we’re ready to support our customers’ future growth.
INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING
When your program requires more than stamping, Kapco seamlessly supports fabrication, robotic welding, machining, finishing, assembly, and logistics under one roof.
Family Owned. Built for Long-term
As a second-generation, family-owned manufacturer, we continue to invest in our people, equipment, automation, and technology to help customers remain competitive in an evolving marketplace. Combined with our full-service manufacturing capabilities—including fabrication, welding, machining, finishing, and assembly—we provide a seamless path from concept to completed product.
Precision metal stamping is the foundation of Kapco’s business.
For more than 50 years, precision metal stamping has been the foundation of Kapco’s business. It’s where our expertise was built, where we’ve continually invested, and where manufacturers across North America trust us to deliver complex, high-quality components at scale.
From simple brackets to large structural stampings, Kapco partners with customers to solve manufacturing challenges through engineering expertise, in-house tooling, advanced press technology, and disciplined production processes. Whether launching a new program or optimizing an existing one, our team is focused on delivering consistent quality, reliable performance, and long-term value.
Metal Stamping Processes
Progressive die Stamping
Progressive die stamping is the preferred solution for high-volume production requiring speed, precision, and repeatability. Multiple operations, including blanking, piercing, forming, bending, and coining, are performed within a single die as material advances through the press. Kapco engineers and optimizes progressive tooling for long-term performance, helping customers achieve lower per-part costs, consistent quality, and efficient production for demanding OEM applications.
Transfer die stamping
Transfer die stamping is ideal for larger, more complex components that require multiple forming operations or deeper draws than progressive tooling can accommodate. Our experienced engineering and tooling teams develop transfer die solutions that deliver precise, repeatable results for structural components used in industries such as automotive, agriculture, construction equipment, and off-the-road (OTR) applications.
Compound Die Stamping
Compound dies perform multiple cutting operations in a single press stroke, making them an excellent solution for flat components requiring exceptional dimensional accuracy and edge quality. Kapco’s precision tooling and disciplined quality systems help ensure consistent results for applications where tight tolerances and repeatability are critical.
Deep Draw Stamping
Deep draw stamping transforms flat sheet metal into complex three-dimensional shapes while maintaining material integrity and dimensional accuracy. Whether manufacturing enclosures, housings, or structural components, Kapco’s engineering expertise and process control help deliver high-quality deep drawn parts that meet demanding performance requirements.
Progressive die Stamping
Progressive die stamping is the preferred solution for high-volume production requiring speed, precision, and repeatability. Multiple operations, including blanking, piercing, forming, bending, and coining, are performed within a single die as material advances through the press. Kapco engineers and optimizes progressive tooling for long-term performance, helping customers achieve lower per-part costs, consistent quality, and efficient production for demanding OEM applications.
Transfer die stamping
Transfer die stamping is ideal for larger, more complex components that require multiple forming operations or deeper draws than progressive tooling can accommodate. Our experienced engineering and tooling teams develop transfer die solutions that deliver precise, repeatable results for structural components used in industries such as automotive, agriculture, construction equipment, and off-the-road (OTR) applications.
Compound Die Stamping
Compound dies perform multiple cutting operations in a single press stroke, making them an excellent solution for flat components requiring exceptional dimensional accuracy and edge quality. Kapco’s precision tooling and disciplined quality systems help ensure consistent results for applications where tight tolerances and repeatability are critical.
Deep Draw Stamping
Deep draw stamping transforms flat sheet metal into complex three-dimensional shapes while maintaining material integrity and dimensional accuracy. Whether manufacturing enclosures, housings, or structural components, Kapco’s engineering expertise and process control help deliver high-quality deep drawn parts that meet demanding performance requirements.
Markets We Serve
Kapco supports OEMs and manufacturers across a diverse range of industries, delivering precision stamped components for demanding applications.
Automotive & OEM
Agriculture & Heavy Equipment
Construction Equipment
Solar & Renewable Energy
Off-the-Road (OTR)
Defense & Aerospace
General Industrial Manufacturing
Materials We Stamp
Kapco manufactures precision stamped components from a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Our engineering and supply chain teams work closely with customers to select the right material based on product performance, manufacturability, availability, and cost. Common materials include:
- Cold-rolled steel (CRS)
- Hot-Rolled Steel (HRS)
- High-Strength Low-Alloy (HSLA) Steel
- Advanced High-Strength Steel (AHSS)
- Stainless Steel
- Aluminum, Copper, and Brass
- Galvanized Steel
Stamping Capabilities
Kapco combines advanced equipment, experienced people, and disciplined manufacturing processes to support programs ranging from prototype through high-volume production.
Manufacturing Capabilities
- More than 50 servo, hydraulic, and mechanical presses
- Press capacities up to 1,000 tons
- Prototype through high-volume production
- Coil-fed progressive and transfer stamping
- In-house tool and die design, build, and maintenance
- Engineering support and design optimization
- Automated manufacturing and lights-out production for qualifying programs
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- PPAP, APQP, First Article Inspection (FAI), and customer-specific documentation
- IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified quality systems
- Value-added fabrication, robotic welding, machining, finishing, assembly, and logistics
Common FAQs About Metal Stamping
Can Kapco help optimize our part before production?
Yes. Our engineering team works closely with customers during product development to improve manufacturability, identify cost-saving opportunities, simplify production, and prepare designs for efficient, scalable manufacturing.
What types of metal stamping does Kapco offer?
Kapco offers progressive die, transfer die, compound die, and deep draw stamping, along with complete engineering support, in-house tooling, and integrated manufacturing services to support virtually any production requirement.
Can Kapco support both prototype and high-volume production?
Absolutely. We support programs from prototype and first article through full-rate production. Our scalable manufacturing capabilities and experienced teams allow us to grow alongside your program while maintaining consistent quality and performance.
Does Kapco build its own tooling?
Yes. Our in-house tool and die team designs, builds, maintains, and modifies production tooling, providing greater flexibility, faster engineering changes, tighter quality control, and reduced lead times throughout the life of your program.
What makes Kapco different from other metal stamping companies?
Kapco combines more than 50 years of stamping expertise with in-house tooling, advanced automation, engineering support, financial strength, and full-service manufacturing capabilities. As a second-generation, family-owned company, we’re committed to building long-term partnerships that help customers reduce complexity, improve quality, and strengthen their supply chain.
