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Industry News

Why Should You Reshore Your Manufacturing?

Why reshoring manufacturing to the US makes strategic sense: supply chain resilience, tariff relief, faster lead times, and better quality.

November 20, 2025 · 4 min readRead article
News

Evans Tool & Die President Featured in Georgia Trend: Small Business Stars!

President and CEO Dee Barnes was featured as a Small Business Star in Georgia Trend, named one of Georgia's 2025 Small Business Rock Stars.

May 15, 2025 · 1 min
Laser Cutting

Fiber Laser Cutting Explained

Discover the process, benefits, and applications of fiber laser cutting, showcasing Evans' expertise and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

May 2, 2025 · 5 min
Laser Cutting

What Materials Are Recommended for Laser Cutting?

The best materials for laser cutting include steel, aluminum, copper, and alloys, compared by thickness and finish by industry experts.

December 3, 2024 · 6 min
Tool & Die

A Legacy of Craftsmanship: 75 Years of Family-Run Tool and Die Making

Explore 75 years of family-run tool and die making built on craftsmanship, precision stamping, and custom tooling excellence since 1948.

June 6, 2024 · 1 min
News

Evans Tool & Die Co. Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Evans Tool & Die celebrates 75 years since 1948, with CEO Dee Barnes carrying the family business into its fourth generation.

April 17, 2024 · 8 min
Metal Stamping

Progressive Die Tooling: The Backbone of Efficient Manufacturing

See how progressive die tooling drives efficient high-volume manufacturing with engineered dies that cut scrap and boost throughput at scale.

April 3, 2024 · 5 min
Laser Cutting

How Laser Cutting is Used in the Defense Industry

See how laser cutting in the defense industry produces aircraft components, vehicle armor, and precision military parts to top standards.

March 28, 2024 · 5 min
Laser Cutting

What are the Different Types of Laser Cutting?

Industrial laser cutting is efficient and precise. Concentrated beams of light make clean cuts through steel and other materials.

March 7, 2024 · 5 min
News

Evans Tool & Die Featured Video on Christ at Work

See our featured interview on Christ at Work. As a woman-owned, Christian business, we have a strong commitment to our employees and community.

February 29, 2024 · 2 min
Laser Cutting

Laser Cutting vs. Laser Engraving vs. Laser Marking: Understanding the Differences

Laser cutting vs. engraving vs. marking explained, covering accuracy, materials, applications, and when to pick each process.

February 23, 2024 · 5 min
Tool & Die

How To Choose a Tool and Die Shop

Learn how to choose a tool and die shop by evaluating equipment, tolerances, quality systems, and lead time with expert sourcing criteria.

March 21, 2023 · 4 min
Tool & Die

How To Find the Right Tool and Die Maker

Learn how to find the right tool and die maker by vetting experience, tolerances, equipment, and quality with proven sourcing criteria.

March 21, 2023 · 4 min
Tool & Die

How Tool and Die Making Works

Gain insights into the process of tool and die making and discover how Evans delivers precision and quality in manufacturing.

March 21, 2023 · 4 min
Tool & Die

Understanding Tool And Die Engineering And Manufacturing

Gain a deeper understanding of tool and die engineering and manufacturing at Evans Tool & Die, Inc. and Evans Metal Stamping, Inc.

March 21, 2023 · 4 min
Tool & Die

What Is a Tool and Die Maker?

Learn about the role of a tool and die maker and the qualities to look for when choosing one for your fabrication needs.

March 21, 2023 · 4 min
News

Brand New Metal Fabrication Line

Evans announces a brand new metal fabrication line featuring an Amada Fiber Laser 6KW and a 110T press brake.

March 6, 2023 · 1 min
News

A Newly Designed Website to Communicate How Evans Can Reduce Supply Chain Risk

Evans launches a newly redesigned website showcasing how the company helps manufacturers reduce supply chain risk.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

COVID-19 Response Plan

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Evans implemented a safety and business continuity plan to protect employees and customers.

July 5, 2022 · 2 min
News

Evans CEO, Deanne Barnes, Featured on Next Generation Manufacturing Webinar

Our CEO Deanne Barnes is featured on the Next Generation Manufacturing webinar's Women's Leadership Series.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Evans CEO, Deanne Barnes Honored to Participate in Profit Sense Webinar!

Evans CEO Deanne Barnes was a guest on the ProfitSense webinar with host Bill McDermott, discussing her family manufacturing business.

July 5, 2022 · 2 min
News

Evans Joins PMA (Precision Metalforming Association)

Evans is proud to join the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), the leading advocate for the metalforming industry.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
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Evans Metal Stamping to Host (PMA) Precision Metalforming Association Q3 Meeting

Evans was selected to host the PMA Southeastern chapter's Q3 regional meeting on September 12, 2019 at its Conyers, GA facility.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Evans to Exhibit at the 2020 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV – Venetian Congress Center, Palazzo Ballroom, 5th Floor Booth 51422

Visit Evans at the 2020 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, a B2B show for the Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoors industries.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Evans Tool & Die, Inc., a Finalist at This Year's 26th Cox Family Enterprise Honoration

Evans Tool & Die is honored to be a finalist in the Resiliency category at the 26th Cox Family Enterprise Honoration.

July 5, 2022 · 2 min
News

POSTPONED – D2P Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre, Booth #410 on March 25th & 26th in Atlanta, Georgia

The D2P Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, where Evans planned to exhibit at Booth #410, has been postponed.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Rescheduled – D2P Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre, Join Us, March 25th & 26th 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia

Evans will exhibit at the rescheduled D2P Show at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta on March 25-26, 2021.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Rockdale/Newton 2020 Best of the Best Entrepreneur of the Year – Evans CEO, Ms. Deanne Barnes

Evans CEO Deanne Barnes was named the Rockdale/Newton 2020 Best of the Best Entrepreneur of the Year.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
News

Visit Evans on November 13th & 14th at the D2P Show in Charlotte, NC – Charlotte Convention Center, Booth #445

Visit Evans at the D2P Show in Charlotte, NC on November 13-14, 2019 at the Charlotte Convention Center, Booth #445.

July 5, 2022 · 1 min
Tool & Die

Why The Tool and Die Process Is Important in All Metal Working

Learn the key steps in the tool and die process and how one shop can keep it in-house for speed and quality.

April 6, 2022 · 3 min
Metal Stamping

Benefits of Modern Progressive Metal Stamping and Hand Transfer Stamping in Manufacturing

Progressive vs. hand transfer stamping compared side by side on speed, tooling cost, and part complexity by a leading precision shop.

February 28, 2022 · 5 min
Industry News

Top Benefits of Local Sourcing

Local sourcing benefits for US manufacturers include shorter lead times, tighter quality, and lower logistics risk.

February 3, 2022 · 4 min
News

Evans Tool & Die, Inc. Announces Change of Ownership and New Status As a Certified Women-led Majority Owned Business

Evans Tool & Die announces a change of ownership and its new status as a certified woman-owned business led by CEO Deanne Barnes.

May 1, 2019 · 4 min
Careers & Culture

Welcome Roy Zeh, Evans VP of Business Development

We proudly announce the arrival of Roy Zeh, the new Vice President of Business Development at Evans Tool & Die / Evans Metal Stamping.

October 3, 2018 · 4 min
Careers & Culture

How the Toolmaker Apprentice Program has Changed in 50 Years

Discover how the Toolmaker Apprentice Program has evolved over the years at Evans Tool & Die and Evans Metal Stamping.

September 24, 2018 · 3 min
Careers & Culture

The Modern Day Toolmaker Apprentice Program

A modern toolmaker apprentice program that builds careers in precision tool and die making through hands-on training with master craftsmen.

September 11, 2018 · 4 min
Metal Stamping

Stamping out a Robotic Surgical Instrument

Learn how Evans built a precision die and delivered high-quality stamped stainless steel parts for a robotic surgical instrument.

August 21, 2018 · 6 min
Tool & Die

The Challenge of Design and Engineering

Learn how Evans helps you make your parts better, stronger, and more efficiently. Read our case study with Textron Specialized Vehicles.

August 15, 2018 · 4 min
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