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The Heart of Manufacturing: Stephanie Lowry on the “Corner Office Cafe” Podcast
Go behind the scenes of precision manufacturing leadership as Dayton Rogers CEO Stephanie Lowry joins MetalForming Magazine for an exclusive video podcast. In this episode of the Corner Office Café, Stephanie discusses navigating the "war for talent" in skilled trades, the evolution of precision metal forming, and how Dayton Rogers
The Road to 2030: AI, Automation, and the Future of Metal Forming
Is your shop floor ready for 2030? Dayton Rogers CEO Stephanie Lowry joins the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast to discuss why right now is the critical window for modernization. From practical AI applications in preventative maintenance to the inevitable shift toward servo press technology, discover the strategies that are turning
Leading the Future: Celebrating Stephanie Lowry as a 2025 Woman of Excellence
Celebrate Stephanie Lowry, CEO of Dayton Rogers Manufacturing, on being named a 2025 Woman of Excellence. Discover her inspiring 15-year journey from the front desk to the corner office and her vision for the future of women in manufacturing.
How Deep Draw Metal Stamping Works
How Does Deep Draw Metal Stamping Work? Table of Contents Deep draw metal stamping is a fascinating and intricate manufacturing process used across various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors. While many of the basic tenets of metal stamping apply to deep draw applications, there are some key differentiators
Types of Tooling for Short Run Metal Stamping Explained
Types of Tooling for Short-Run Metal Stamping Explained Tool and die-making is an intense process that plays a key role in creating countless parts that are part of our everyday lives. Beyond that, it is also an intricate skill that requires years of training to enter, and decades of experience
Why Choose Short Run Metal Stamping?
Why Choose Short Run Metal Stamping? At Dayton Rogers, we’re proud of our global legacy as the pioneers of the short run metal stamping process. As a lifelong leader in the field, we’re often asked- why choose short run stamping? With so many other types of metal forming available to
Develop A Rapid Prototype | Dayton Rogers
Develop A Rapid Prototype at Dayton Rogers Staying ahead in a manufacturing niche often means being able to swiftly bring ideas from concept to reality before your competitors. For companies seeking a partner to not only prototype their metal stamping projects but manufacture them with precision, Dayton Rogers stands
The Ultimate Guide to Progressive Stamping
The Ultimate Guide to Progressive Stamping Here at Dayton Rogers, one the metal stamping processes we offer to our customers is progressive stamping. Progressive stamping involves feeding a strip of metal through a series of dies to create a finished part with every stroke of the machine. Since each cycle
The Role of Metal Stamping in the Firearms Industry
The Role of Metal Stamping in The Firearms Industry Metal stamping is a versatile style of metal forming that can be strategically utilized to minimize production time, bring down manufacturing costs, and ensure part repeatability across a range of industries. One such sector that benefits from the perks of metal
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Yes. Our CEO, Stephanie Lowry, recently joined the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast to discuss “The Road to 2030.” We provide insights on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and preventative maintenance technologies are transforming the metal forming industry, helping you understand how to leverage these advancements for more reliable supply chains.
You can request a physical or digital copy of our industry-standard design guides by completing the online request form on our website or by emailing us directly at info@daytonrogers.com. These books provide essential formulas, tolerance charts, and “Do’s and Don’ts” for engineers designing stamped and fabricated metal parts.
We offer detailed technical articles explaining the trade-offs. Generally, Short-Run Stamping is best for prototypes and low volumes (minimizing tooling costs), while Progressive Die Stamping is ideal for high-volume production (lowering piece-part price). Our blog breaks down the break-even points and tooling implications for each.
Yes. Our resources include guides on rapid prototyping strategies, helping you move swiftly from concept to reality. We explain how to use laser cutting and soft tooling to validate designs quickly before investing in hard production tooling, ensuring your product is market-ready faster.
Our blog features technical deep-dives into Deep Draw Stamping , covering critical design considerations like draw ratios, corner radii, and material selection. These articles help engineers understand the unique capabilities and constraints of creating seamless, 3D metal shapes.
