Precision metal stamping is a highly versatile manufacturing process that facilitates the creation of a wide range of industrial, commercial, and residential parts and products, including lighting components. It accommodates the use of aluminum, brass, cold rolled steel, and stainless steel, all of which are materials that demonstrate the proper strength and precision manufacturability needed for critical lighting pieces.

The following article provides an overview of the role metal stamping plays in the commercial lighting sector. Additionally, it highlights other key industrial applications of the process.

The Role of Metal Stamping in the Commercial Lighting Sector

Commercial lighting refers to the lighting used in industrial and commercial facilities, such as offices, hospitals, stores, schools, and government institutions. As each of these environments has different lighting requirements, the lighting systems employed in them must be tailored accordingly. For example:

• In hospitals, lighting is used to keep employees awake and alert and improve visibility during high-precision surgical operations.
• In offices, lighting is used to establish environmental conditions that jumpstart productivity and employee morale.
• In retail stores, lighting is used to entice shoppers into the store and highlight specific product lines or items.
• In schools and government buildings, lighting is used to create safer and more pleasing conditions in highly trafficked areas, such as lobbies, walkways, and hallways.

The metal stamping process enables manufacturers to produce custom lighting components that suit the unique needs of individual facilities. From clips, covers, and covers to sensitive electronic assemblies, the process turns out high-precision, high-accuracy parts and products used in both standard and custom lighting systems.

Metal stamping already plays a significant role in the manufacture of commercial lighting components. However, the expected growth of the LED lighting market over the next five years, particularly in regard to the architectural, commercial, and residential sectors, necessitates the expansion of the metal stamping industry to meet rising customer demand.

Other Key Industrial Applications of Metal Stamping

Metal stampings find application in a wide range of industries, as parts and components of a wide range of product assemblies, such as appliances, electronics, tools, vehicles, and, of course, lighting fixtures. Beyond the commercial lighting sector, the process is also often used by companies in the following industries:

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Consumer electronics
• Electrical
• Industrial machinery
• Telecommunications

Contact the Metal Stamping Experts at American Industrial Company (AIC)

Versatility, precision, and accuracy are among some of the top reasons that industry professionals in the commercial lighting sector employ the metal stamping process for the manufacture of their components and assemblies. If you need quality metal stampings for your lighting system, turn to the experts at AIC.

At American Industrial Company (AIC), we provide high-quality metal stamped components to customers around the world. Since 1981, we have been dedicated to the production of superior parts and committed to providing the best service in the industry. For additional information about our metal stamping capabilities or pricing details for your next commercial lighting project, contact us today.