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The Top Benefits of Working with a Small Family Owned Manufacturing Company
Choosing the right manufacturing partner can make a world of difference for your business.
Locke-Brothers
Aug 28, 20242 min read


7 benefits of Using PEM Inserts
In the realm of fastening technology, innovation continually drives progress, aiming to streamline processes and improve outcomes. Among...
Locke-Brothers
Jun 21, 20242 min read


Eclipse and Innovation: Locke-Brothers & Professional Fabrications
Amidst the celestial spectacle, we discussed crucial manufacturing topics: cost-saving strategies, assembly, and packaging solutions.
Locke-Brothers
May 1, 20241 min read


ONSITE LUNCH AND LEARNS
Help your team’s process knowledge by allowing us time to come into your lunch room! Did you know we offer free onsite training also...
Locke-Brothers
Aug 31, 20232 min read


How to Maximize Your Visit to the Design-2-Part Show This Year
The Design-2-Part show is May 17-18, 2023 in Schaumburg, Illinois. If you're interested in finding the latest manufacturing solutions and...
Locke-Brothers
May 4, 20232 min read


7 Benefits of Deep Drawn Stampings
When it comes to flat stock parts, you have a few different processing options to choose from. The three most popular processes are deep...
Locke-Brothers
Dec 8, 20222 min read


Why Powder Coating is a Great Option for Your Next Part
What is Powder Coating? Powder Coating was first introduced to North America in the early 1960’s. It is a dry finish process, using a...
Locke-Brothers
Nov 14, 20222 min read


Manufacturing Acronyms Everyone Should Know
Most manufacturing professionals will assume everyone in the room fully understands these acronyms. In this post we define them all!
Locke-Brothers
Oct 19, 20223 min read
Eliminating the Need For A Welded Washer
Are you currently welding a washer to your wire form? Did you know Midwest Wire Products offers a cold heading process that eliminates...
Locke-Brothers
Oct 3, 20221 min read


Investing in Technology to Make Us Better
Professional Fabrications (PFI), a long time partner with Locke-Brothers, is always investing in advanced technology to help improve...
Locke-Brothers
Sep 15, 20222 min read


Low Volume Zinc Castings: A Great Alternative to Bronze, Aluminum & Cast Iron
Do you ever need to source a zinc casting, with a weight ranging from a few ounces to 14lbs, however, the yearly usage just doesn’t...
Locke-Brothers
Sep 1, 20222 min read


Gary Oliver Talks High Quality Investment Cast Parts with Short Lead Times
In this video, Gary Oliver - the Vice President of Sales over at Shelmet Precision Casting, explains the benefits of Investment Casting.
Locke-Brothers
Aug 26, 20223 min read


Are You Using the Best Manufacturing Process Possible for Your Part Design?
With the current labor shortage and material pricing at an all-time high, it might be wise to assess the current manufacturing process of hi
Locke-Brothers
Aug 3, 20221 min read


How to Make Your Plastic Parts Stand Out
The plastic injection molding process is very common, and a versatile process. So versatile, that part numbers, logos, and designs can be...
Locke-Brothers
Jul 14, 20222 min read
D2P 2022: Locke-Brothers and Precision Stamping Products (PSP)
Robb Tausend, and Precision Stamping Products Vice President of Sales, Dean Sharkey, discuss their 20+ year relationship.
Locke-Brothers
Jun 30, 20221 min read
D2P 2022: Locke-Brothers and Production Castings, Inc.
We attended the Design-2-Part show in Schaumburg, IL with our principal, Production Castings. Production Castings is a premiere Aluminum...
Locke-Brothers
Jun 20, 20221 min read


3 Different CNC Machining Options
When it comes to CNC Machine cutting tools there are a few different manufacturing processes that can be utilized depending on the...
Locke-Brothers
Apr 14, 20222 min read


Laser Cutting is Not Your Only Option for Sheet Metal
When it comes to sheet metal, a cutting laser is not the only option. Turret press is another great option for a high volume of parts.
Locke-Brothers
Apr 2, 20223 min read


Investment Casting 101: The Lost Wax Manufacturing Process Explained
Investment casting is a manufacturing process used for casting complex shapes that can help eliminate costly machining, improve surface...
Locke-Brothers
Feb 28, 20223 min read


Wire Forming - What Manufacturing Process is Best?
Wire Forming - What is it? Wire Forming is the process of taking a spooled coil (wire) and bending it into a specific shape. The wire can...
Locke-Brothers
Feb 14, 20223 min read


Sourcing Manufactured Parts: 4 Reasons to Engage with Your Supplier Early
By engaging early in the design process, you set your part up for the best product at the best manufactured price. Learn more about why.
Locke-Brothers
Jan 31, 20224 min read


Understanding the Value and Advantages of Working With a Manufacturers’ Representative
Table of Contents Manufacturing Processes and Product Knowledge Case Study: Converting a Laser Cut Part to a Stamping to Lower Costs and...
Locke-Brothers
Jan 14, 20224 min read
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