TMS began in 1988 producing one standardized hopper. Since then, hoppers have grown to become a core offering. We supply 10’s of 1,000’s a year into the Plastics Fabrication industry. TMS understands our customer’s need for products that are high quality, durable and seamless. These hoppers are designed and produced so the material can flow freely without any hang-ups. 

There are several options of hoppers, lids, cups, and domes in stock that can be purchased right off the shelf. You can also customize TMS stock products. TMS can either customize your hopper to your print or with you and your fabrication shop of your choice. Our mission is to produce superior products that exceed our customers’ expectations in a cost effective, timely manner.

Industry:
Plastic Processing

Market:
Plastic Processing Equipment, Pneumatic Conveying Equipment 

Regularly formed plastics metals:
  • Stainless Steels 304, 309, 316
  • Nickel Alloys
  • Copper Alloys
  • Steel8

Metal Forming Resources for the Plastics Industry

Deep Drawing 101

Deep Drawing 101 Why Deep Drawing? One of the main reasons we choose deep drawing over other manufacturing processes is to keep a one-piece construction, rather than turning to welding, or a multi-piece assembly involving multiple step processes. It is more timely, cost-effective, and efficient to utilize our deep draw presses. To classify a part

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Deep Drawing VS Press Forming

Deep Drawing VS Press Forming What is the difference of Deep Drawing and Press Forming? It is commonly misunderstood that Deep Drawing and Press Forming are two different processes. Many do not know that deep drawing is a type of press forming! Press forming as, a broad term, involves drawing a sheet of metal into

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Deep Drawing: Key Variables Impacting Metal Flow

Deep Drawing: Key Variables Impacting Metal Flow  Material Type Materials we use at Toledo Metal Spinning include: Stainless Steel Cold Rolled Steel Copper Brass Aluminum Some of the most important aspects of Deep Drawing are as follows: Blank Size Material Thickness Part Shape Part Geometry Draw Radii Draw Ratio Lubricants Die Surface Finish Die Temperature

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Deep Drawing and Stamping With Aluminum

Deep Drawing and Stamping With Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum is one of the most commonly used metals in the world. Some of the most typical uses are seen in: Beverage Cans Kitchen Appliances Automobile frames Aircraft and Spacecraft Components Televisions and Computers Cooking Utensils Aluminum Foil Aluminum is very durable, yet lighter in weight compared to

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What is Seam Welding?

What is Seam Welding?  Seam welding is the process of joining two similar or different materials together, at the seam, by electronic current and pressure. The gap creates an electrical resistance between the materials, which causes them to heat up at the seam. This process is most common with metals, because they conduct electricity easily,

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Commonly Asked Questions about Cylindrical Applications 

Commonly Asked Questions about Cylindrical Applications  What are stainless steel spools? A spool is a fabricated length of tubing with clamp fittings, or flanges at both ends. A couple popular names are cylinders, extensions, tubes, spools, rings, or cylinders. These pieces are classified as spools when the flanges are on both ends. What is a

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The Difference of Rolling and Bending Metal

What is the Difference Between Bending and Rolling Metal?  What is the difference between bending and rolling a metal sheet? At Toledo Metal Spinning, when we fabricate our cylindrical tanks and tubes, we use the process of roll bending. Roll Bending Also known as angle bending or plate rolling, this is the process of bending

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The Draw Ratio

Clarifying Elements to the Deep Draw Design Process – The Draw Ratio  When it comes to tool design, the most important formula is The Draw Ratio, also known as Limiting Draw Ratio (LDR). The formula is: LDR = D / d D = blank diameter d = cup ID or punch diameter This ratio shows

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Metal Spinning Tooling

Metal Spinning Tooling  There are two general types of tooling for metal spinning processes: wood and steel. CNC lathes are equipped with hydraulicly actuated arms that generate a tremendous amount of pressure from the material being spun to the tooling underneath it. When the material is formed to the tools, the pressure increases by a

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Deep Drawing 101

Deep Drawing 101 Why Deep Drawing? One of the main reasons we choose deep drawing over other manufacturing processes is to keep a one-piece construction, rather than turning to welding, or a multi-piece assembly involving multiple step processes. It is more timely, cost-effective, and efficient to utilize our deep draw presses. To classify a part

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Deep Drawing VS Press Forming

Deep Drawing VS Press Forming What is the difference of Deep Drawing and Press Forming? It is commonly misunderstood that Deep Drawing and Press Forming are two different processes. Many do not know that deep drawing is a type of press forming! Press forming as, a broad term, involves drawing a sheet of metal into

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Deep Drawing and Stamping with Stainless Steel

Deep Drawing and Stamping with Stainless Steel Stainless Steels are the ‘easiest’ materials for us to deep draw and stamp. The most common gauge we press is 304, followed by 316. This is because Stainless Steel 304 is less expensive than other alloys, has excellent corrosion resistance, and value. It is very easy to sanitize,

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Deep Drawing: Key Variables Impacting Metal Flow

Deep Drawing: Key Variables Impacting Metal Flow  Material Type Materials we use at Toledo Metal Spinning include: Stainless Steel Cold Rolled Steel Copper Brass Aluminum Some of the most important aspects of Deep Drawing are as follows: Blank Size Material Thickness Part Shape Part Geometry Draw Radii Draw Ratio Lubricants Die Surface Finish Die Temperature

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Deep Drawing and Stamping With Aluminum

Deep Drawing and Stamping With Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum is one of the most commonly used metals in the world. Some of the most typical uses are seen in: Beverage Cans Kitchen Appliances Automobile frames Aircraft and Spacecraft Components Televisions and Computers Cooking Utensils Aluminum Foil Aluminum is very durable, yet lighter in weight compared to

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Deep Drawing and Stamping with Copper

Deep Drawing and Stamping With Copper Deep Drawing is one of our most popular processes at Toledo Metal Spinning Company. We are able to run large numbers of parts in a short amount of time, with extreme accuracy and precision. Copper has great malleability, meaning it can be stretched without breaking, which is ideal for Deep

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Deep Drawing VS Metal Stamping

The Difference Between Deep Drawing and Stamping Deep Drawing and Stamping are similar manufacturing processes that are often confused with each other. Each process produces strong and durable parts with high accuracy and tolerances. Deep Drawing and Stamping each require a design process, with considerations of how the materials will affect the manufacturing process, production

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