Category Archives: manufacturing

Forging vs. Casting: How to Choose the Right Process for Your Metal Component

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Deeco Metals

When sourcing a custom metal component, selecting the right manufacturing process can have a significant impact on performance, cost, lead time, and long-term reliability. Two commonly considered processes are forging and casting. Both methods can produce durable, high-quality metal components, … Continue reading →

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Summer Supplier Check-In: Is Your Metal Sourcing Plan Ready?

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Deeco Metals

Summer can be a slower season for many industries. With vacations, adjusted schedules, and shifting production timelines, it is also a practical time to review upcoming projects, recurring part requirements, inventory needs, and supplier relationships before busier months return. For … Continue reading →

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Hot Rolled vs. Cold Rolled vs. Cold Drawn Metal: What’s the Difference?

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Deeco Metals

When comparing hot rolled vs cold rolled vs cold drawn metal, it is important to understand how each manufacturing process affects dimensional accuracy, surface finish, strength, hardness, machinability, and final part performance. In many cases, these terms apply most directly … Continue reading →

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Copper Bus Bars: A Smarter Solution for High-Performance Power Distribution

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Deeco Metals

As power demands continue to increase across data centers, switchgear systems, substations, renewable energy projects, battery storage systems, and industrial facilities, electrical components must do more than simply connect power from one point to another. They must support efficiency, reliability, … Continue reading →

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Precision Metal Components Made Right the First Time

Posted on February 26, 2026 by Deeco Metals

Precision metal components rarely allow for “close enough.” A few thousandths off can mean fit issues, rework, delayed installs, and uncomfortable phone calls that start with, “We have a problem on site.” Whether you are an OEM building assemblies at … Continue reading →

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Manufacturing Day

Posted on October 3, 2014 by admin

On October 3rd, 2014 we celebrate Manufacturing Day in the USA. This is the day that manufacturers open their doors and show what manufacturing is all about. This is a great time to open our doors and invite you to … Continue reading →

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Deeco Close Die Forging

Posted on September 2, 2014 by admin

When you’re looking for a reliable metal producer to fulfill your manufacturing requirements, Deeco Metals is the company to contact.  We understand metals and metal processes. With fundamental qualities like technical expertise, honest communication, good service, quality, and experience, we … Continue reading →

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