Klesk Metal Stamping

What Klesk Metal Stamping does

Klesk Metal Stamping Co. is a privately held, Minneapolis-based precision metal manufacturer founded in the mid-1960s that produces thin-gauge stamped components, EDM services, custom tooling, and value-added assembly for industrial buyers. Its six integrated service lines are metal stamping (punch presses from 5 to 100 tons, parts up to 42 by 28 inches and thicknesses from 0.0004 to 0.250 inches), EDM wire and hole drilling (wire, conventional, and small-hole EDM in production since 1977, including a patented anti-electrolysis wire EDM process), in-house tooling design and fabrication, CNC machining and assembly, quality inspection (documenting 99.95% quality rating and 270 PPM across more than 100 million parts shipped between 2008 and 2022), and early-stage engineering services using Pro/E and DP Technologies CAD software.

The company's commercial model is project-based and engineering-led. Revenue is generated through custom quoting per part, with enterprise field sales and inside sales supported by Request a Quote and Speak to an Expert pathways on the website. It sells primarily to enterprise customers in aerospace and defense (Collins Aerospace, Honeywell, Ontic), medical and dental (Dentsply Sirona, Coltene, Ametek), electronics (Celestica), industrial (Eaton, Emerson), and security (dormakaba, 3M). Pricing is quote-only, with no public price list, and contracts can span multiple years on qualified programs.

Its regulatory and quality positioning is the strongest feature of the business: NADCAP accreditation for aerospace nonconventional machining and aerospace quality system, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and ITAR registration together create a defensible niche in regulated supply chains. In 2025 the company invested in new EDM machinery and inspection equipment, modernized its ERP/CRM/QMS and cloud environment, adopted Paperless Parts AI-powered quoting, partnered with the University of St. Thomas for analytics work and with Optera for sustainability, grew headcount roughly 15%, and was named Manufacturer of the Year by the Minnesota Precision Manufacturing Association.

Name

Klesk Metal Stamping

Legal name

Klesk Metal Stamping Co.

Website

https://kleskmetalstamping.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Klesk Metal Stamping is a Minneapolis-based precision metal stamper and EDM manufacturer founded in the mid-1960s that produces thin-gauge stamped parts, tooling, and assemblies under NADCAP, ISO 9001, and ITAR certifications for enterprise customers in aerospace and defense, medical, dental, electronics, and industrial markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Metal Stamping and EDM Manufacturing

NAICS

Metal Crown, Closure, and Other Metal Stamping (except Automotive) (332119), Forging and Stamping (33211)

SIC

Metal Forgings & Stampings (3460), Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Metal Cutting Tools, Tooling & Workholding (Cutters, Inserts, Chucks, Fixtures) (IMAHADAB)

Keywords

• Precision metal stamping
• Electrical discharge machining
• Tooling design fabrication
• CNC machining services
• Aerospace component manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Precision Metal Stamping Services: Custom metal stamping production services for thin metal parts, including prototyping, medium and high-volume production runs. Revenue generated through per-project pricing based on part complexity, materials, volumes, and secondary operations required.
2. EDM Wire and Hole Drilling Services: Electrical Discharge Machining services including wire EDM, conventional EDM, and small hole drilling for tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and production components
3. Tooling Design and Fabrication: Custom tooling design and fabrication services including progressive dies, fixtures, and gauges built in-house by engineers and tool makers
4. Assembly Fabrication Services: Component assembly services including welding, spot welding, and secondary machining operations for completed stamped parts
5. Engineering Services: Early product involvement and design assistance to help customers optimize designs for manufacturability

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Klesk Metal Stamping is a custom manufacturer of precision metal stampings, providing precision metal stamping (5 to 100 ton punch presses, parts up to 42" x 28", thicknesses from .0004 to .250"), electrical discharge machining (wire, conventional, and small hole drilling EDM with patented anti-electrolysis technology), in-house tooling design and fabrication, CNC machining, assembly fabrication, and quality control/inspection services. The company serves aerospace, defense, medical, electronics, telecommunications, dental, industrial, and government/military customers with thin metal parts and tight-tolerance components.

Product overview

Klesk Metal Stamping is a precision metal solutions manufacturer offering six integrated service lines: Metal Stamping (using punch presses 5-100 tons), EDM Wire & Hole Drilling (wire, conventional, and small hole EDM since 1977), Quality Control & Inspection Services, Engineering Services (Pro/E and DP Technologies software), Tooling Design & Fabrication (in-house tool room), and Assembly Fabrication (CNC machining, welding, spot welding). These services work together as an integrated precision manufacturing offering, supporting industries from aerospace to telecommunications, with capabilities ranging from thin foil parts (0.001 inch) to parts up to 42" x 28", using diverse materials including metals, plastics, synthetics, rubber, and cloth.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Metal Stamping Precision metal stamping services using punch presses ranging from 5 to 100 tons, with capabilities to accommodate parts up to 42" x 28" and thicknesses from .0004 to .250 inches depending on metal type and temper. The service includes CNC machining for secondary operations.
• EDM Wire & Hole Drilling Electrical Discharge Machining services including wire EDM, conventional EDM, and small hole drilling EDM, with production capabilities since 1977. Features anti-electrolysis (patented) technology for corrosion protection and works with iron, steel, aluminum, and titanium alloys.
• Quality Control & Inspection Services Comprehensive inspection department with experienced personnel and modern inspection equipment providing documentation for First Article, in Process, SPC, Final Inspection, and supplier certifications. Quality rating of 99.95% from 2008 to 2022 with 270 PPM.
• Engineering Services Early product involvement and design assistance using Pro/E and DP Technologies software to help design and automate the fabrication of components for optimal manufacturability.
• Tooling Design & Fabrication In-house tooling design and fabrication using a modern tool room with highly trained tool and die makers. Builds precision low to medium volume and progressive type tooling, fixtures, and gages up to 42" x 28".
• Assembly Fabrication Assembly services for both standard and custom-made hardware to stamped parts, including welding, spot welding, CNC machining, and other secondary operations with 7 CNC Machining centers and 3 CNC Turning centers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Quality rating of 99.95% from 2008 to 2022 across 100,965,579 parts shipped
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• University of St. Thomas Opus College of BusinessminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnered with University of St. Thomas MS in Business Analytics program on a student capstone project. Graduate students analyzed client volume, margin, and rate, developed sales forecasting tools, and provided data-driven insights to support strategic growth. Collaboration delivered real value while supporting next generation of analytics professionals.
• OpteraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnered with Optera for sustainability and efficiency initiatives. Conducted air leak audit as part of broader sustainability strategy to reduce compressed air waste, improve energy efficiency, and lower operating costs and environmental impact.
• Paperless PartscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Adopted Paperless Parts AI-powered manufacturing quoting software to reduce manual work, minimize errors in Bills of Materials, and deliver faster, more accurate quotes. Investment in AI-driven solutions ensures efficiency, innovation, and reliable results.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Protomatic: Custom precision CNC machining and metal stamping shop serving aerospace, medical, and industrial customers with tight-tolerance components — closest comparable in size, capabilities, and customer mix to Klesk.
• HPL Stampings: Custom metal stamping manufacturer with progressive die, fourslide, and stamping capabilities serving industrial customers — overlapping process capabilities with Klesk.
• Stamped Metal Products: Custom precision metal stamper providing tooling, stamping, and secondary operations for OEM customers across multiple end markets.
• American Industrial Company: Precision metal stamping and assembly supplier serving aerospace, defense, and industrial OEMs — comparable size, certifications, and integrated tool-and-die + stamping model.
• WS Hampshire: Precision metal stamping and fabrication company serving industrial and OEM customers with tight-tolerance stampings — comparable in offering mix and customer orientation.
• Metalcraft Industries: Custom metal stamping and fabrication provider serving OEM customers across industrial and aerospace markets with progressive die stamping and value-added assembly.
• Tempco Manufacturing: Custom precision metal stamping and assembly company serving industrial and electronics OEMs — comparable in scale and capability mix, including secondary operations.
• Boker's Inc. Minneapolis-based custom metal stamping, washer, and spacer manufacturer; direct geographic competitor with overlapping stamping capabilities and similar enterprise customer base.
• Keats Manufacturing: Precision metal stamping manufacturer offering progressive dies, in-house tooling, and assembly for similar mission-critical applications, comparable in scale and customer profile to Klesk.

Broad incumbents

• Bodycote: Large global provider of metal processing services (heat treatment, hot isostatic pressing, surface technology) serving aerospace and industrial customers — broader incumbent with overlapping customer base but specialized finishing rather than stamping.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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