Tool Design
Progressive, high-speed carbide, stamping, compound and assembly dies; sheet-metal fabrication, gages, fixtures, four-slide and multi-slide tooling.
Start a conversation A contract-engineering firm providing tool and die design, manufacturing engineering, consulting, vendor qualification, and product design support.
From a single tooling challenge to broader manufacturing decisions, Varnes Engineering brings an economical, real-world perspective to the work.
Progressive, high-speed carbide, stamping, compound and assembly dies; sheet-metal fabrication, gages, fixtures, four-slide and multi-slide tooling.
Experienced support for plant layout, process flow, cost analysis, and process or equipment troubleshooting.
Review component designs for manufacturability and identify alternatives that can reduce tooling cost and production problems.
Work with your existing vendor or source one, coordinate the project, establish timelines, and review progress against required delivery dates.
Review the different aspects of your manufacturing operation to identify practical, effective solutions to costly problems.
Projects are completed in 3D or 2D format. When a project requires both design and build, Varnes Engineering works with trusted local shops to carry it through successfully.

Varnes Engineering understands the importance of getting the design right at the start. Poorly designed tools can increase machine downtime and maintenance, which leads directly to higher production costs.
Every company has established, cost-effective ways of working. Those standards are respected while new ideas and innovative solutions are explored together.
“They are easy to work with.”
— Client
“We can always count on Varnes Engineering to meet our required deadlines.”
— Client
“To tell you the truth, I didn't think the strip was going to turn out looking as nice as it did.”
— Optimistic Toolmaker
Tell Bryan about the tooling, production, or product challenge you’re working through. A short conversation is a good place to start.