Engineering-Led Precision Manufacturing
Argo Spring Manufacturing Co. is a full-service engineering and manufacturing operation with a 60+ year track record producing formed metal and wire products for the most demanding industries. Operating from a 45,000 sq ft facility in Norwalk, California, Argo runs new computerized equipment across every forming discipline — from spring coiling and wireforming to metal stamping, fourslide production, and screw machining.
Capability spans the full spectrum: wire diameters from ultra-fine .003" up to 2.00" diameter bar stock, across exotic and standard alloys. Procurement managers and engineers who need parts made right the first time, in tolerance, and on schedule will find a single-source partner in Argo.
Metal Stamping Operations
Argo's stamping operations produce precision parts with high material efficiency — generating less waste and scrap than material removal or cutting operations. The result is consistent, repeatable geometry at competitive cost.
Blanking, forming, and drawing operations. These operations use material efficiently and can result in less waste or scrap than material removal or cutting operations.
Argo applies blanking, forming, and drawing processes to produce repeatable, in-tolerance stampings for high-demand industries including aerospace, medical, and defense. Computerized equipment and rigorous process controls ensure dimensional consistency across every production run, from prototype quantities to full-scale volume.
Press Equipment Capabilities
Argo operates a range of press equipment engineered for high throughput and dimensional accuracy, supporting fast-turn production of precision stamped components across a wide range of materials and gauges.
Automatic press brakes. These forming machines are capable of up to 1,500 hits per minute, for rapid throughput and in-tolerance production.
Hydraulic and manual punch presses. These machines work with a range of tool sizes for stamping accurately-positioned holes and cutouts of different sizes.
Products We Manufacture
Every product type is manufactured in-house at Argo's Norwalk facility with full engineering support and rigorous quality control from raw material through final inspection.
Springs
Compression, extension, torsion, and specialty springs engineered to exact load and deflection specifications for critical applications.
Metal Stampings
Precision-blanked, formed, and drawn stampings produced with minimal material waste across a wide range of gauges and alloys.
Wireforms
Complex two- and three-dimensional wire shapes bent and formed from wire diameters starting at .003", suitable for high-volume or custom runs.
Fourslide Products
Multi-operation metal components produced on fourslide machines, enabling complex geometries from a single continuous strip of material.
Assemblies
Sub-assembled components combining springs, stampings, and wireforms into ready-to-install units that reduce customer build complexity.
Screw Machine Products
Turned and threaded components produced on screw machines to tight dimensional tolerances for volume production requirements.
Materials & Wire Range
Wire & Bar Stock Range
Argo works across the full spectrum of wire and bar diameters — from ultra-fine instrument wire to heavy bar stock — giving engineers a single-source supplier regardless of part scale.
| Material Form | Diameter Range |
|---|---|
| Wire (fine) | .003" – .062" |
| Wire (standard) | .063" – .500" |
| Bar stock | .500" – 2.00" |
Exotic & Specialty Alloys
Beyond carbon and stainless steel, Argo sources and processes exotic alloys for extreme-environment applications in aerospace, nuclear, medical, and defense industries.
- Titanium
- Inconel
- Monel
- Hastelloy
- MP35
- And additional exotic alloys upon request
Common Technical & Sourcing Questions
Before engaging a precision manufacturer, buyers and engineers often need answers to tolerance, lead time, and capability questions. Here are the most common.
What dimensional tolerances can Argo hold on stampings and springs?
Tolerances depend on material, geometry, and application. Argo engineers work to customer-specified tolerances for critical applications including aerospace and medical, using computerized equipment to maintain in-tolerance production at volume. Contact Argo with your drawing for a specific tolerance review.What is the typical lead time for custom-engineered components?
Lead times vary by part complexity, material availability, and order volume. Argo encourages early engineering engagement to minimize tooling and setup time. Contact the team with your timeline and part requirements for an accurate production schedule.Is there a minimum order quantity?
Argo serves both prototype and production volume requirements. Minimum order quantities depend on the part type, tooling, and material. Reach out directly for a quote based on your volume.Can Argo manufacture parts from customer-supplied drawings or specifications?
Yes. Argo's engineering team works from customer drawings, CAD files, or written specifications to design and manufacture parts to requirement.Which exotic alloys does Argo regularly process?
Argo regularly processes titanium, Inconel, Monel, Hastelloy, MP35, and other specialty alloys for aerospace, nuclear, and defense applications. Wire diameters from .003" and bar stock up to 2.00" diameter are supported.
Have a question not answered here? Contact our engineering team directly.