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Precision. Reliability. Performance. For more than 95 years, Toledo Metal Spinning Company (TMS) has played a vital role in American manufacturing. Recognized as an award-winning industry leader, our team combines time-honored craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing technology within the Metal Spinning industry.
Advanced Metal Spinning Capabilities
We use CNC and manual metal spinning work together to provide exceptional flexibility. From one-off prototypes to high-volume production runs, delivering consistent, repeatable, high-quality results.
- CNC Spinning: An automated forming technology ensuring speed, precision, and uniformity in large production environments.
- Manual Spinning: Our team of highly skilled craftsmen produce specialized components ideal for intricate or unconventional geometries.
- In-House Tooling: TMS machinists design and manufacture custom tooling on-site, significantly shortening lead times while allowing quick design modifications when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Metal Spinning
What is Metal Spinning?
Spin Forming, or more commonly known as Metal Spinning, is the process of moving a spinning roller over a metal blank. The metal spinning process starts with a sheet metal blank that rotates on a lathe. A metal disc is pressed against a tool (called a mandrel or a chuck) with a tailstock. Together, the metal disc, tailstock and tool rotate in a circular motion and a roller manipulated with CNC controls presses against the metal to form the metal over the tool through a series of passes by the roller. The end result is a part that mirrors the tool it was formed on.
How Accurate is Metal Spinning?
Metal Spinning is an extremely accurate metal fabrication process that creates seamless, symmetrical metal parts. Therefore, metal spun components can withstand high pressure applications without compromising the structural integrity.Â
Which materials are commonly used in Metal Spinning?
Stainless Steel Metal Spinning and Spin Forming
Is Metal Spinning cost effective?
Yes, Metal Spinning can be more cost effective than other metal fabrication methods due to low tooling costs and the reduced amount of set ups during the production process.Â
How efficient is Metal Spinning?
Using the highly efficient process of Metal Spinning, many operations can be performed in a single setup, with minimal setup times. Compared to other fabrication methods, metal spinning setup is much quicker, ensuring that lead times are reduced, and more parts are made each day.
Benefits and Advantages of Metal Spinning
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Affordability and Design Flexibility
Lower setup costs and faster turnaround times make metal spinning a smart choice for evolving designs. During the prototyping phase, design changes often become necessary. Instead of facing the high tooling expenses common with casting, deep drawing, or stamping, manufacturers can adjust components quickly and affordably. As a result, companies maintain flexibility without driving up production costs.
Reduced Tooling Requirements
Compared to other forming methods, metal spinning requires significantly less tooling. For short production runs, fabricators can create simple chucks from wood. When production volume increases, durable D2 steel tooling supports long-term use and consistent output. Because of this simplified approach, businesses lower upfront investment while maintaining dependable performance.
Greater Production Efficiency
Multiple forming operations occur within a single setup, which streamlines the entire workflow. With minimal changeover time, production teams increase daily output and keep projects on schedule. In contrast to traditional fabrication processes, faster setups directly reduce lead times and improve overall productivity.
Adjustable Order Sizes
Production demands often vary from project to project. Thanks to multiple lathes and advanced CNC technology, manufacturers can scale efficiently from small custom batches to large production runs. Whether producing a handful of components or thousands of parts, skilled operators maintain precision, quality, and cost control.
Strong Seamless, Spun Parts
Seamless construction allows spun parts to withstand higher internal and external pressures. Throughout the forming process, the metal’s grain structure realigns, increasing tensile strength and improving material integrity. Consequently, engineers can often select lighter gauge material while maintaining durability and reducing overall material costs.
Smooth Surface Finishes
An as-formed finish comes standard with metal spinning. In many cases, additional polishing becomes unnecessary. By eliminating secondary finishing steps, manufacturers save time, reduce labor expenses, and move products through production more quickly.
Eco-friendly Manufacturing
Sustainability plays an important role in modern manufacturing. Metal spinning generates minimal waste, produces low emissions, and avoids toxic chemicals. Additionally, many stainless steel blanks originate from recycled materials, supporting responsible material reuse. Through these environmentally conscious practices, companies protect resources while delivering high-quality components.