How Amtech Improved Custom Metal Clips and Spring Clips with Fourslide Stamping

Custom metal clips, spring clips, and brackets are critical in many manufacturing applications—but poor design can slow assembly and increase production costs. In this case study, discover how Advanced Metal Technology, Inc. (Amtech) improved a customer’s custom spring clip design, enhancing assembly efficiency while reducing costs through smarter metal stamping practices.

The Problem: Inefficient Clip Design Slowing Production

The customer’s existing metal clip was causing:

• Misalignment during installation

• Required tool-assisted removal

• Frequent installation errors

• Slower production output

• Increased labor costs

Detailed analysis revealed:

• Tolerance stack issues with mating components

• Sharp edges creating stress points and potential part failure

• A geometry not optimized for fourslide stamping or progressive die stamping

The client needed a redesigned custom metal clip that maintained quality without raising costs.

Close-up view of redesigned metal clip / brackets showcasing improved features.

Above is a close up view of original metal clip

Our Solution: Optimizing Custom Spring Clips for Production

As a leading U.S. metal stamping company, Amtech followed a collaborative, engineering-driven process:

1. Consultation & Design Review – Gained insights from engineers and assembly operators.

2. CAD Modeling & Tolerance Analysis – Modeled both the clip and mating parts to resolve tolerance issues.

3. Redesign for Manufacturability – Added self-locating features and stress-reducing geometries, using materials suited for fourslide metal stamping.

4. Prototyping with Production-Grade Materials – Ensured real-world testing and validation before production.

Key Improvements in the Custom Metal Clip Design

• Precision Fit & Easy Installation: Self-aligning features minimized assembly errors and eliminated tool-assisted removal.

• Increased Durability: Stress points were eliminated, enhancing part life and reliability.

• Cost-Effective Manufacturing: Redesigned for efficient fourslide stamping, controlling costs without sacrificing quality.

  
  

View showcasing installed of new metal clip.

Results: Lower Assembly Costs and Improved Production Efficiency

After implementing Amtech’s redesigned custom metal clips and spring clips:

• Installation times were reduced.

• Assembly workers reported easier handling and improved confidence.

• Labor costs decreased.

• The new clips integrated seamlessly into the assembly process.

Why Amtech for Custom Metal Clips and Brackets?

Amtech specializes in precision metal stamping, including:

• Custom metal clips

• Spring clips

• Mounting brackets

• Battery contacts

• Stainless steel, copper, and beryllium copper components

From prototype to production, our fourslide and multi-slide stamping capabilities help reduce costs and improve product performance. Our U.S.-based facility serves industries worldwide.

Partner with Amtech for Custom Metal Clips and Brackets

If you're struggling with poorly designed clips or brackets—or just seeking a reliable U.S. manufacturer—Amtech is ready to help. Contact us to improve your custom spring clips, reduce assembly time, and optimize your manufacturing process.

👉 Contact us today for expert support on your next precision metal stamping project.