Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are some of the many questions we frequently encounter regarding QDP Inc. and our specialty converting services.  Check back often for updates.

What core services does QDP Inc. offer?

QDP Inc. specializes in precision film and metal converting solutions. Our core services include precision metal stamping, precision laminate stamping, metal laminating and slitting, film laminating and slitting, and cut-to-length services for thin metals. We also provide comprehensive in-house engineering and tooling design.

What industries benefit from QDP’s services?

Our high-performance equipment and specialized processes cater to critical applications in a wide range of demanding industries. These include electronics, medical, industrial, aerospace, and automotive markets. We leverage our expertise in thin foil stamping, for example, for shielding materials across the electronics industry.

How does QDP ensure the quality of its products?

We are ISO 9001:2015 certified, demonstrating our commitment to a robust quality management system. We employ in-house testing, automated video inspection systems, statistical process controls, and customized quality programs. Furthermore, we have a cleanroom environment on-site, ensuring the highest standards, especially for sensitive applications.

What sets QDP’s engineering and tooling capabilities apart?

We are an in-house engineering team that designs and builds all tooling. This integrated approach gives us complete control over the process, ensuring consistency, reducing material waste, and speeding up production. Our proprietary tool design is key to delivering precision parts with tight tolerances, and we offer engineering support, prototyping, and tooling for projects involving laminated metal and film materials.

What are the key advantages of choosing stamping over other cutting methods for thin film laminations?

When high precision and complex shapes are required for thin film laminations, stamping offers significant advantages over methods like die cutting. Stamping produces much more precise, repeatable, and consistent results, making it the preferred process for demanding specifications.

How does QDP ensure efficient delivery and competitive pricing?

We emphasize efficiency and a customer-centric approach to delivery and pricing. We utilize in-house Computer Aided Design (CAD), treat promise dates as commitments, and practice just-in-time manufacturing with direct shipping. To ensure competitive pricing for our superior products, we engage in partnering and confidential programs, alongside continuous process improvements aimed at increasing efficiency and enhancing production.

What recent developments or expansions has QDP Inc. undertaken?

We have recently undergone significant expansions and capability enhancements. This includes a 3,000 sq. ft. building expansion to support 100% in-house tooling, demonstrating our commitment to vertical integration. We have also expanded our capabilities to offer large capacity precision CNC machining and Wire EDM services, further enhancing our ability to produce highly precise components.

What is QDP’s overarching commitment to its customers?

Our name itself reflects our core commitment: Quality, Delivery, and Price. We strive to be a single-source provider that can take products from an initial idea to the end consumer, offering complete in-house services for design, build, and run phases. Our vast experience in converting, stamping, laminating, fabrication, and engineering allows us to process parts cost-effectively, ensuring customers meet their budgetary goals while receiving high-precision components within required tolerances.