Category: Tooling Sourcing & Procurement

Information on sourcing and purchasing tooling, from supplier searches and quotations to procurement decisions and order planning.

Can a Supplier Handle Complex Tooling Work

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Can a Supplier Handle Complex Tooling Work
Supplier Evaluation & Selection, Tooling Sourcing & Procurement

Choosing a tooling supplier can look straightforward when the requirement is simple. A basic fixture or standard production aid may be easy to describe, quote, and review. Complex tooling is different. It can involve several parts working together, tight relationships between components, difficult machining areas, moving sections, special material requirements, or production conditions that are ... Read More "Can a Supplier Handle Complex Tooling Work" »

What Should a Complete Tooling RFQ Include

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What Should a Complete Tooling RFQ Include
RFQ & Tooling Quotes, Tooling Sourcing & Procurement

A tooling request for quotation can look simple at first. A buyer may only need to ask a supplier to quote for a mold, die, jig, fixture, or another production tool. In practice, a short request can leave many important questions unanswered. When suppliers receive unclear information, they may have to make assumptions about the ... Read More "What Should a Complete Tooling RFQ Include" »