For the better part of the last century, Colvin Friedman has been providing top-quality die cutting services for a diverse array of industrial clients. No matter the scope of your company’s needs, we have the capability and experience to cut your components efficiently and accurately. You do not have to sacrifice quality for quantity.
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With decades of experience producing components and parts for a variety of companies, we have fine-tuned our die cutting process to efficiently fulfill high volume orders and respond to the changing demands of high volume manufacturing. Our procedures are designed to meet your needs as effectively and economically as possible.
As demonstrated in the graph below, our capacity has continually grown by 5-10% over the past 20 years.
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Colvin Friedman is no stranger to high volume industrial die-cutting projects. We have produced tens of millions of units of each of the below products:
If you would like to confirm whether or not your project can be flatbed die cut, feel free to contact our Vice President, Josh Rodman, for more information. If you are interested in using Colvin Friedman as your new flatbed die-cutting provider and would like information about our pricing, Josh can provide you with all the relevant details.
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We have the machinery and expertise to cut a wide variety of components for your company. We specialize in both Rotary and Flatbed Die-Cutting. Rotary Die-Cutting is ideal for high volume orders in need of precise cuts where the material comes in roll form, while Flatbed Die-Cutting is perfect for high-volume orders requiring a wider variety of materials that cannot be rotary die cut. We are generally able to cut parts that fit within the parameters listed below.
Maximum Product Width
Maximum Product Thickness
Tolerance Level
Maximum Production Capacity
Average Lead Time
16 inches, we can slit down larger jumbos
.125 inches, however, there is flexibility with different materials
Can get down to ±0.005 inches
40,000 units/hour (size dependent)
3 weeks
40 inches
.5 inches, material dependent
±0.010, material dependent
2,000 – 4,000 parts/hour (size dependent)
3 weeks
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ndustrial Die-Cutting is used for producing the necessary pieces and components that go into larger assemblies and systems. We have helped a broad range of industries in manufacturing the necessary parts for a wide variety of products. Some common examples are listed below.
Aerospace
Electronics
Industrial Filtration
Medical
Electronics
Packaging
EnergyAverage Lead Time
Seals and Gaskets
Touch Screen Components, Conductive Foils, Insulating Foams
Air, Water, and HVAC System Components
Films, Medical Grade Foams
Insulators & RFID Shielding
Protective Packaging
Internal Battery Components
Likewise, the density, thickness, and various other qualities of the materials must be considered in the industrial die-cutting process. Below are some of our most commonly cut materials for high volume, industrial orders.
Plastics
Metal Foils
Paper Products
Textiles
Composite Materials
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
ABS
High & Low Density Polyethylene (HDPE/LDPE)
Polypropylene (PP)
High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS)
Aluminum Foil
Copper Foil
Specialty Paper
Cardboard
Cardstock
Polyester
Nylon
Wovens and nonwovens
Fiberglass
Carbon Fiber
Planning and Pre-Production
Die Construction
Die Construction
High Quality Materials
Detailed Organization for Large Productions
Testing and Adjustments
CAD
Experienced Toolers
Quality Steel for Dies
Milling and Heat Treatment
Produce Test Products
Optimized Systems
Waste Management and Scrap Reclamation Systems
Source best materials available for premium components
Specify required time frame to keep larger orders on track and efficient
Test and adjust die design if necessary for peak precision
Utilize Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software to precisely design die
Guarantee Top Quality Dies are created by experts
Dies are created with high grade steel for clean cuts and maximum durability
Help ensure sharp and durable edges for the die
Evaluate to ensure die and product’s quality before the larger production
Machines are automatically set to client’s specific requirements
Prevent degradation or other errors by keeping machinery in shape throughout longer productions
Use SCADA and PLC systems to enhance and automate the cutting process
Utilize where possible to avoid excess costs and ensure ROI
Our process is meticulously designed to guarantee that your components are precisely cut to your specifications, and to ensure that the last cut is as high quality as the first, even with production volumes in the millions and tens of millions. Below we have outlined our steps to manufacture the highest quality component for your company.
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