Precision Manufacturing Solutions by ATD

Precision manufacturing is essential for industries that demand tight tolerances, consistent durability and reliable performance. ATD delivers precision metal stamping solutions that meet strict specifications across automotive, transportation and industrial sectors. Every part we produce reflects our commitment to quality, speed and measurable results.

If you’re asking, what is precision manufacturing, it’s a disciplined process that combines technical expertise, advanced technology and proven methods to create parts that perform reliably in critical applications. At ATD, precision manufacturing means accuracy, consistency and a production system built around manufacturing efficiency and quality control in manufacturing at every stage.

Today’s manufacturers face growing pressure to shorten lead times, reduce costs and improve product quality all at once. ATD’s solutions address these challenges directly, providing both production scalability and zero-tolerance quality — key factors for competitive advantage.

Accurate die setup is the foundation for consistent part quality. ATD’s skilled technicians follow proven best practices during die installation and setup, including:

• Careful die alignment for uniform force distribution

• Rigorous die inspection before and during installation

• Validation tests using sample parts to confirm correct stroke pressure, shut height and feed alignment

This upfront attention prevents common production issues, such as uneven metal flow, incomplete cuts or tolerance drift, which could impact part quality and consistency. Mistakes in die setup not only affect the current run, they can damage tooling and cause expensive downtime. ATD's preventive attention ensures that critical, often overlooked setup steps are never skipped, delivering more uptime and greater throughput for customers.

ATD integrates frequent in-process inspections using both manual gauges and automated measuring equipment. During production, technicians:

• Measure key dimensions on a statistically significant sample of parts

• Monitor material flow, thickness and forming during progressive stamping

• Review press force signatures for any anomalies

Catching minor variations early prevents scrap accumulation and costly rework, maintaining manufacturing efficiency and quality from the first part to the last. By using Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques, ATD can track and react to even the slightest drift in production variables, well before they would cause rejects. Customers benefit from steady, predictable part output, even in very large production volumes.

Before any lot is approved for shipment, ATD performs final inspections using high-accuracy metrology tools. This includes:

• CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) dimensional checks

• Surface finish assessments

• Hardness and material verification if required

Final verification guarantees that every part shipped meets or exceeds customer specifications and industry standards. Shipping nonconforming parts can result in massive liability and supply chain disruption for customers. ATD’s final verification acts as a last line of defense, protecting customer production schedules and preventing expensive field failures.

Speed is critical in early-stage product development. ATD’s prototype metal stamping team works quickly to deliver first article samples without sacrificing part accuracy. Our facility allows for:

• Fast die modifications for prototyping needs

• Small-run production using both mechanical and servo presses

• Quick changeovers between prototype and production tooling

Rapid prototyping reduces development cycles and provides critical real-world validation early in the process. Customers often cite long prototype timelines as a barrier to innovation. ATD’s flexible press scheduling and modular tooling approaches cut days or weeks off the prototype cycle, keeping new product introductions on track.

Prototype parts from ATD are engineered to mirror production-quality parts as closely as possible. This is achieved by:

• Using production-grade materials whenever possible

• Stamping with the same tonnage and press settings planned for production

• Building prototype tooling that mirrors production dies

Manufacturers who receive prototypes that don't behave like production parts risk expensive design changes late in the process. ATD’s consistent prototype-to-production method prevents this risk, giving engineering teams confidence early on.

ATD’s team collaborates closely with customer engineering teams from the start, offering manufacturing feasibility input that avoids costly late-stage revisions. Early collaboration helps:

• Refine part designs for stampability

• Minimize costly secondary operations

• Validate material choices for durability, strength and corrosion resistance

Many design teams underestimate the complexity of manufacturing certain geometries. By involving ATD early, customers avoid late-stage surprises that could delay launches or spike production costs.

Servo presses allow greater control over stroke speed, pressure and forming sequences compared to traditional mechanical presses. At ATD, servo presses are used to:

• Achieve complex forming requirements

• Improve metal flow for lightweight and high-strength materials

• Reduce part variability during multi-stage stamping

For customers focused on lightweighting, achieving complex forms without cracking or thinning is critical. ATD’s servo press expertise ensures lightweight parts are stamped reliably, reducing material costs while meeting safety standards.

Manufacturing efficiency is critical in meeting growing demands across industries such as automotive and industrial equipment. ATD’s high-tonnage presses, ranging up to 700 tons, allow us to manufacture large, complex components efficiently, while our servo presses support detailed, precision-critical parts at high speeds.

We achieve manufacturing efficiency by:

• Streamlining die setups for faster production transitions

• Using servo press control systems to maintain part consistency

• Minimizing scrap and downtime through in-process verification

ATD's production system is designed for continuous output without sacrificing the precision required for high-performance applications.

ATD’s production strategies are designed around:

• Reducing downtime between production runs

• Achieving high repeatability and consistent quality

• Supporting lightweighting trends and EV production with precision metal stamping

Our collaborative process ensures customers have a clear line of communication throughout manufacturing, minimizing risks and supporting smoother production schedules.