What’s New

  [Left] Gary Van Handel (KI)  [Right] Tim Zimmerman (MMP) 

Milltronics VM-30 CNC Milling Center

Chevalier CNC Surface Grinder

MMP-iTool: Mitchell Metal Products is proud to announce development of our proprietary insert tooling process. Our insert tooling allows customers to enjoy the benefits of lost cost metal stamping processes without the high investment cost of progressive metal stamping tooling. Production runs as low as 100 pieces can now be achieved economically at a fraction of the cost of laser, water jet or plasma blanking. MMP-iTool blanks combined with our wide range of metal working, metal forming, welding and zinc plating capabilities make Mitchell Metal Products a competitive source for all your metal stamping and light fabricating requirements.

KI recognized Mitchell Metal Products as Supplier of the Year for 2011: KI is proud to present the Crystal Eagle Award to Mitchell Metal Products in recognition of this achievement.
The Eagle Award is given to the company that best exemplifies what KI is looking for in a supplier. This status is awarded only to KI’s best performer and recognizes their strong commitment to superior performance in the areas of Quality, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction and On-time Delivery. By virtue of this award KI recognizes the deep commitment and dedication of the people at Mitchell Metal Products.
"Mitchell Metal Products carries the distinction of being KI’s only supplier to achieve the highest level of performance in every performance metric comprising of quality, delivery, cost management, inventory control, lean and customer/engineering service and support. They are a leader in cost savings submitted and received the maximum points available for their participation in KI’s CSI program in 2011," said Greg Kyles, KI Strategic Sourcing Manager.
"KI relies heavily on our supply chain to meet the sourcing challenges in an increasingly competitive environment," said Gary Van Handel, KI Vice President of Supply Chain Management. "We appreciate all of our suppliers that provide us with solutions, options and process improvements that support our manufacturing pace, uphold our commitment to our customers and keep us ahead of the curve in their minds. This year we recognize Mitchell Metal Products as the best of the best."

The Merrill Area Chamber of Commerce names Mitchell Metal Products Mid-Size Business of the Year for 2011: The Chamber cited MMP’s continued excellence, business expansion, outstanding customer service and leadership in tough economic times. "Your ‘Smart Growth’ and continued community stewardship is a true asset for Merrill and a beacon for others to follow. Your business spirit has been an inspiration to many and a shining reflection upon our community," according to the Chamber.

Tooling Department Automation: Our tooling department has recently been upgraded significantly with the addition of new automated equipment. Machining of tool blocks, die sets and complex tooling features are now handled by our Milltronics CNC VM30 3 Axis machining center. A new Chevalier automated surface grinder allows us to quickly and efficiently square and sharpen tool steel blocks. The additions, in conjunction with numerous other work centers, allow us to bring customers to market quickly with new products tooled for progressive metal stamping, our own MMP-iTool insert tooling and other metal forming processes.