What Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping does

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping is a privately held US manufacturer of complex, custom precision metal stampings and assemblies, founded in 1960 and headquartered in Algonquin, Illinois. The company operates a single-site integrated production model combining tool design and build, precision stamping (progressive die, transfer die, and fine blanking), in-die sensor-based process control, coordinate measurement machine (CMM) and optical vision inspection, secondary finishing operations (plating, passivation, heat treating, sterilization, welding), and assembly and packaging services. It serves OEMs across five end markets — automotive, busbar/EV, medical device (ISO 13485), electronics, and insert molding — working with a broad materials portfolio that includes steel, aluminum, copper and copper alloys, precious metals (gold, palladium, platinum, silver), titanium, MP35N, and niobium. Capabilities span from micro-miniature medical stampings to large-gauge automotive steel parts, supported by regulatory certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, ISO 14001) and ITAR registration.

The company's go-to-market is a direct, consultative B2B enterprise sales motion: engineering-led engagement with OEM design and procurement teams, quote-based project pricing tied to part complexity, material, tolerance, and volume, and multi-year production programs backed by in-house tooling. Revenue derives from custom stamping production runs, tooling design and build, secondary operations, and assembly/packaging services; pricing is project-specific and not publicly disclosed. The firm does not disclose revenue or funding and appears independently held, with no institutional investors, parent entities, M&A activity, or patents documented in available materials. With 101–250 employees and operating since 1960, Kenmode functions as a mid-market, niche-precision Tier-2/3 supplier whose competitive position rests on certifications, in-house tooling, and quality systems rather than scale or technology platform differentiation.

Name

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping

Legal name

Kenmode Tool and Engineering, Inc.

Website

https://kenmode.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kenmode is a privately held US precision metal stamper founded in 1960, producing complex custom stampings and assemblies for automotive, medical device, electronics, and EV/busbar OEMs from its Algonquin, Illinois facility.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Algonquin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Metal Stamping Production: One-time and recurring production of custom precision metal stampings for OEMs. Revenue generated from part production runs, with pricing based on part complexity, material costs, tolerances, and production volume. Long-term customer relationships with ongoing production programs.
2. Tool Design, Build & Maintenance: Custom tooling design and fabrication services. Tools are built in-house with pricing based on complexity. Tools designed to last the life of the original quoted program with little to no downtime.
3. Assembly & Packaging Services: Custom assembly (manual, automated, sub-assembly, in-die) and packaging services (reel-to-reel, tape & reel, custom packaging). Additional value-added services including export services and inventory management.
4. Secondary Operations: Metal finishing and secondary operations including plating, powder coating, electropolishing, heat treating, welding, passivation, and sterilization. Leverages both in-house resources and approved secondary suppliers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kenmode is a custom precision metal stamping manufacturer producing complex, high-precision stamped components and assemblies using progressive die, transfer die, and fine blanking processes. Its offering spans in-house tool design/build/maintenance, prototyping, production planning, secondary finishing (plating, heat treating, passivation, sterilization), and custom assembly and packaging, working across materials such as steel, aluminum, copper, brass, precious metals, titanium, MP35N, and niobium. Customers are OEMs in automotive, medical device, electronics, busbar/EV, and insert molding.

Product overview

Kenmode Precision Metal Stamping is a precision metal stamping manufacturer offering a comprehensive suite of services centered around precision metal stamping with progressive die technology. The core offering is Precision Metal Stamping, supported by integrated services including Design Engineering Assistance, Prototyping, Production Planning, Tool Design/Build & Maintenance, Secondary Operations, Assembly & Packaging, and Quality Control. The company works with diverse materials including steel, aluminum, copper alloys, brass, precious metals (gold, palladium, platinum, silver), titanium, MP35N, and niobium. Kenmode serves critical industries including Automotive, Busbar/EV, Medical Device (with ISO 13485 certification), Electronics, and Insert Molding.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Precision Metal Stamping

Quantifiable outcome

• Case study: Complex brake part reduced piece price by more than 50% when converted from fine blanking to progressive metal stamping, eliminating additional steps and suppliers.
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Scale indicators1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Tempco Manufacturing: Illinois-based precision metal stamper serving automotive, electronics, and industrial markets with progressive die stamping and assembly. Geographic and capability overlap makes Tempco a close mid-market comparable.
• Trans-Matic Manufacturing: Custom precision metal stamping manufacturer focused on deep draw and progressive die work for automotive, plumbing, and industrial markets. Comparable in process mix, in-house tooling, and mid-market OEM customer base.
• Oberg Industries: Pennsylvania-based precision metal stamping and tooling manufacturer serving aerospace, medical, and automotive. Comparable in in-house tool design/build capability, regulated-industry certifications, and complex high-tolerance stamping services—direct overlap with Kenmode.
• Heise Industries: Connecticut-based precision metal stamper with deep draw, progressive die, and assembly services for medical, aerospace, and defense. Comparable capabilities in regulated, high-tolerance stamping with secondary finishing.
• Micronics Precision Stamping: Precision miniature metal stamping specialist serving medical device, electronics, and connectors with thin-gauge and exotic material capability. Closely comparable to Kenmode on medical-device emphasis and precious-metal stamping.
• Etco Inc. Custom precision metal stampings and deep draw parts manufacturer serving automotive, electronics, and industrial OEMs. Similar mid-market positioning with engineering support and high-volume stamping capability.
• Hudson Technologies / Hudson Tool: Precision metal stamping and tool & die manufacturer with progressive die capabilities and secondary operations. Direct overlap in stamping processes, in-house tooling, and value-added services for OEMs.
• Hyson Industries / Hyson Metal Forming: Precision metal stamper specializing in deep draw and complex geometries for industrial, automotive, and HVAC customers. Operates multiple presses with in-house tooling, paralleling Kenmode's progressive die and engineering support offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Precision Resource: Global precision metal stamping and finishing group serving automotive, aerospace, and industrial customers. Comparable on precision stamping depth but operates at significantly larger scale across multiple geographies.
• MultiSource Manufacturing: Diversified contract manufacturer offering precision machining, stamping, assembly, and engineering across medical, aerospace, and industrial end markets. Relevant as a broader incumbent that competes with Kenmode for outsourced precision metal programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KenmodeInc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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