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TCI Precision Metals Achieves ITAR Registration Commitment and Compliance with National Security TCI Precision Metals proudly announces its successful attainment of ITAR registration. The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) registration signifies TCI Precision Metals' dedication to national security and adherence to rigorous compliance standards. ITAR regulates the export and import of defense-related articles, services, […]

Here at TCI, we tell ourselves this on a regular basis in an effort to stay in touch and keep current. What are customers looking for? What best practices are out there that we have not discovered yet? We are driven by constant improvement and if you are not, you should be. There are always […]

New Amada THV460 Precision Duplex Mill Supports Continuing Customer Demand for Machine-Ready Blanks™ TCI Precision Metals today announced the installation of a new Amada THV460, its latest addition to a growing line of precision duplex milling machines. The new THV460 joins an existing THV430 and THV800 used by TCI Precision Metals in the production of […]

TCI Precision Metals has installed a 42-inch CNC double-disc grinding center at its Gardena, Calif., facility. Technology advancements built into the new machine improve overall efficiency by more than 50 percent compared to traditional double-disc grinders, which will help TCI Precision Metals shorten customer lead times while maintaining close dimensional and flatness tolerances customers have […]

TCI Precision Metals' ready-to-ship, machine-ready blanks are now available to order directly through OnlineMetals.com, the world’s leading e-commerce metal and plastics supplier. The move provides OnlineMetals’ customers the option to go beyond saw-cut materials and order pre-machined blanks made to close tolerance specifications. “Ready-to-ship blanks help shops shorten setup time, reduce scrap and increase overall […]

TCI Precision Metals has announced that its ready-to-ship, machine-ready blanks are now available to order directly through OnlineMetals.com. The premachined blanks are suitable for short-run production machining, tooling, and prototype applications. They eliminate the need for in-house sawing, grinding, flattening, and squaring operations and outside processing. Read More

TCI Precision Metals has announced the installation of a new 42" CNC double-disc grinding center. "Technology advancements built into the new machine improve overall efficiency by more than 50% compared to traditional double-disc grinders, which will help TCI Precision Metals shorten customer lead times while maintaining close dimensional and flatness tolerances customers have come to […]

This document was created by Reata Engineering and Machine Works, and repurposed with permission.  When you request prototype or production machining services, it’s essential to call out the part specifications accurately in your print. Inaccurate information could result in a part that doesn’t function as intended or extends your lead time as you and your […]

Added Production for Growing Popularity of Machine-Ready Blanks TCI Precision Metals today announced the installation of a new 42” CNC double-disc grinding center.  Technology advancements built into the new machine improve overall efficiency by more than 50% compared to traditional double-disc grinders, which will help TCI Precision Metals shorten customer lead times, while maintaining close […]

Precision blanks can reduce or eliminate prep work on machine centers, making spindle time more productive and improving throughput. For many manufacturers, the first step in a machining operation is to square off the blanks before moving on to machining part features. Keeping the workpieces in a production line as similar as possible is vital, […]