Better Wire Products Inc
Small metal parts
Company Overview and Heritage
Better Wire and Press (BWP) stands as an established American manufacturer with over a century of experience, operating from its facility in Buffalo, New York. The company serves a diverse customer base across North America, known for its commitment to open communication, exceptional quality, and timely responsiveness. BWP functions as a comprehensive fabricator, designer, and manufacturer, specializing in the conversion of wire and strip-steel into finished components.
Agile Manufacturing and Core Capabilities
Embracing agile manufacturing principles, Better Wire and Press demonstrates a strong ability to meet critical delivery requirements while maintaining control over costs and quality. A key strength lies in its in-house engineering team, tool designers, and machinists who create customized tooling, ensuring design flexibility and precision. The company's extensive capabilities include metal stamping, with presses ranging from 10 to 150 tons, handling materials up to 77 inches long and thicknesses from 30 gauge (.005') to 3 gauge (.250'). Materials processed include cold-rolled, hot-rolled, and galvanized steel, as well as non-metals like MDF board.
Specialized Services and Technical Expertise
BWP offers a range of specialized services, including advanced wire forming and bending using CNC 3D-Wire Benders for three-dimensional configurations, alongside multi-slide and four-slide machines for high-volume production. Straighten-and-cut machines accommodate wire diameters from .062' to .438' and lengths from .125' to 16 feet. The in-house waterjet cutting system operates at 55,000 PSI, capable of precisely cutting materials from .010' to 5.0' thick, including various metals, MDF board, leather, and rubber. Furthermore, BWP features a high-volume, conveyorized electrostatic powder coating system with a 3-stage iron phosphate wash, offering a wide array of powder types, colors, and finishes suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Integrated Solutions and Customer Commitment
Beyond core fabrication, Better Wire and Press provides integrated solutions such as custom fabrications, assembly, pack-out operations, kitting, and deburring. An in-house toolroom designs, builds, and maintains tooling, complemented by strategic partnerships for additional support. The company leverages electronic tools like CAD/CAM and SolidWorks for process optimization, demonstrating a capacity to handle projects from single prototypes to millions of parts. BWP's dedication to total customer satisfaction is evident through its continuous improvement initiatives and a commitment to meeting established requirements consistently.