Toledo Metal Spinning

Toledo Metal Spinning Established in 1929, Toledo Metal Spinning has developed into a supplier providing robust metal forming and joining solutions.

Toledo Metal Spinning Company provides expert services in precision metal spinning and deep drawing, delivering high-quality, custom metal components for a variety of industries. We have six primary processes; deep drawing, stamping, hydroforming, metal spinning, rolling, and welding all supported by many secondary processes to build parts to customer specifications or for our own product lines. W

e are highly knowledgeable and efficient with difficult to work with materials such as stainless steel and nickel alloys, therefore we have a competitive edge delivering solutions where others cannot. We also form and weld titanium, aluminum, steel and copper alloys which allows us to be very versatile to better assist you with multiple applications.

Designing a custom cylinder involves more than simply defining its diameter and length. Wall thickness, material type, s...
06/05/2026

Designing a custom cylinder involves more than simply defining its diameter and length. Wall thickness, material type, seam location, fl**ge requirements, and dimensional tolerances can all influence how the cylinder is rolled, welded, finished, and ultimately integrated into an assembly.

Questions surrounding manufacturability, fit-up, weld consistency, and post-fabrication operations often arise early in the design process, especially for applications with demanding performance requirements.

Understanding these considerations upfront can help streamline production, improve overall fabrication efficiency, and reduce unnecessary revisions later in the project.

We've compiled answers to some of the most common questions we receive about custom cylindrical applications here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/commonly-asked-questions-about-cylindrical-applications

06/04/2026

Seam welding is one of the most important steps in the fabrication of custom cylinders. After a flat laser-cut blank is rolled into shape, the adjoining edges are joined to create a continuous cylindrical structure. The quality of the weld directly impacts the strength, durability, and overall performance of the finished component.

Proper fit-up, weld consistency, and material compatibility all play a role in achieving a reliable seam that can withstand the demands of its intended application.

Learn more about TMS custom cylinders here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/capabilities/rolled-welded-cylinder-fabrication

06/02/2026

Flanges can have a significant impact on how a cylinder functions within an assembly.

Depending on the application, fl**ges can provide mounting surfaces, increase strength, simplify assembly, and create connection points for mating components. Considering these requirements early in the design phase helps ensure the cylinder is optimized not only for fabrication, but also for integration into the final system.

Our configurator allows you to define fl**ge requirements early, helping streamline both quoting and production.

Build your cylinder specs here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/custom-hopper-or-cylinder-configurator

05/29/2026

When designing cylindrical components, small specification changes can have a significant impact on fabrication.

Material selection, wall thickness, fl**ge requirements, and overall geometry all influence how the cylinder is rolled, welded, and finished.

Understanding those relationships early helps streamline production, reduce unnecessary revisions, and improve final fit-up within larger assemblies. Defining critical specifications early in the process can make a significant difference in both manufacturability and overall production efficiency.

If you’re working on a custom cylinder, our configurator provides a structured starting point to define geometry, material, wall thickness, fl**ge requirements, and other key fabrication details before moving into quoting or production.

Build your cylinder specs here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/custom-hopper-or-cylinder-configurator

05/28/2026

Planishing is a post-weld process used to reduce weld build-up and improve the overall consistency of rolled and welded cylinders.

After seam welding, controlled force is applied directly to the weld area, flattening and blending the seam into the surrounding base material. This helps improve surface finish, weld consistency, and overall durability while preparing the cylinder for additional finishing if needed.

Because of its ability to improve both appearance and structural performance, the process is commonly used on TMS fabricated cylinders.

Design your cylinder in minutes 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/custom-hopper-or-cylinder-configurator

05/27/2026

Custom cylinders are built through a sequence of forming and finishing operations that directly impact fit, consistency, and overall performance.

The process begins with a laser-cut blank, which is rolled to the required diameter and seam welded to create the final geometry. Depending on the application, post-weld processes like planishing may also be used to refine the weld area and improve overall consistency.

Features such as single or double fl**ges can also be incorporated, based on assembly and connection requirements.

Our cylinder configurator is designed to guide that process, offering a simple and structured approach to define key parameters before moving into quoting or production.

Start designing here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/custom-hopper-or-cylinder-configurator

Today, we remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. From all of us at TMS, we...
05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. From all of us at TMS, we extend our gratitude to those who have served, and to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

Not all hemisphere requirements stop at a true half-sphere, straight wall hemispheres are often specified when assembly requirements call for additional weld allowance, fl**ge depth, or tighter integration within downstream fabricated systems.

By extending the formed wall beyond the hemisphere radius, these configurations can simplify fit-up in tank closures, process housings, filtration assemblies, transition sections, and other components where mating geometry and dimensional consistency directly impact final assembly.

Forming these features directly into the part can reduce secondary fabrication, minimize additional weld requirements, and support more repeatable production outcomes.

For engineering and sourcing teams, this often translates to simplified fabrication planning, improved assembly efficiency, and greater consistency across production runs.

Explore available hemisphere configurations here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/products/hemispheres

05/18/2026

Tooling plays a critical role in hemisphere forming, directly influencing dimensional accuracy, surface consistency, and overall repeatability.

At Toledo Metal Spinning, a wide range of in-house hemisphere mandrels are maintained across standard sizes, allowing many common geometries to move directly into production without new tooling. This allows forming parameters to be established more quickly while maintaining tighter control over final part geometry.

Standard tooling availability reduces setup time, accelerates quoting, and shortens lead times for both prototype and production requirements. When existing mandrels match application specifications, the path from RFQ to production becomes significantly more efficient.

Straight wall options, secondary features, and customizations can also be incorporated where necessary.

See available tooling sizes and specifications here 🔗➡ https://toledometalspinning.com/products/hemispheres

At Toledo Metal Spinning, the goal is to reduce weld seams wherever possible through seamless, one-piece constructions. ...
05/15/2026

At Toledo Metal Spinning, the goal is to reduce weld seams wherever possible through seamless, one-piece constructions. Using metal spinning and deep drawing, components can often be formed from a single piece of material, improving structural continuity while reducing leak paths, secondary fabrication, and assembly complexity.

This approach is commonly applied to cones, cylinders, domes, housings, and transition components where part integrity and dimensional consistency are critical. It can mean improved repeatability, simplified fabrication, and more consistent production performance.

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