For Whatever You’re Making, We’ll Do Our Part. — Boker’s New 2024 Catalog and Calendar Are Now Available.

Minneapolis, MN – March 15, 2024 – Boker’s, Inc. announces the availability of two new valuable resources to help design engineers and procurement managers overcome engineering challenges — the 2024 Stampings & Washers Catalog and the 2024 Scheduling Calendar.

Precision Stampings, Washers, Spacers and Shims.

Explore Boker’s 2024 catalog and discover an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes that are available with no tooling charges. With an additional 423 new sizes recently added, Boker’s manufactures a range of made-to-order washers that includes outside diameters of 0.080” to 5.140”, with a wide variety of inside diameters available. Special shapes and sizes up to 12” in diameter can also be produced, with an endless range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

The new catalog also showcases the company’s vast stamping capabilities, designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamped component needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of stamping sizes up to 12” x 12” (flat) with thicknesses from .005” to .190”, dependent on material, and draws up to 3” deep and 8” in diameter.

Boker’s expanded manufacturing facilities enables the company to expedite orders and reduce delivery times for short-, medium-, or long runs; with most orders now shipping in two weeks or less. Additionally, with immediate access to over 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials, including metallic, non-metallic and super alloys, Boker’s is able to quickly meet customer needs.

Easy-to-Navigate Tool for Design Engineers, Purchasing Teams & Production Managers.

The new Boker’s 2024 scheduling calendar is a comprehensive, at-a-glance 15-month view, inclusive of January 2024 through March 2025. Understanding the needs of their customers, Boker’s has also included a fast and convenient metric conversion chart on the reverse side that features decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements, ranging from 1/64” to 1” and .1 mm to 100 mm.

For over 100 years, Boker’s has been helping solve design engineering challenges with quality components, world-class customer service and FAST DELIVERY. That’s why companies on the forefront of technology across the globe, trust Boker’s to manufacture precise, made-to-order metal stampings and washers for applications in aerospace and defense, robotics and automation, renewable energy, medical and dental equipment, and more.

For more information on Boker’s, or to request the new 2024 catalog and calendar, please visit Bokers.com.

Expanded Manufacturing Facility Helps Boker’s Exceed Expectations for Quality, Service and Delivery

Minneapolis, MN – September 27, 2023 – In 2018, Boker’s, Inc., a leading manufacturer of precision, made-to-order metal stampings and washers, had a vision to develop a new state-of-the-art facility designed to meet the ever-changing needs of their customers in almost every industry around the world.

“Since fully coming online, the expanded area has helped our company streamline processes, increase productivity of project workflow and continue to provide world-class: quality components, customer service and fast delivery,” said Amy Kersey, Boker’s CEO/President.

With 66,500 square feet of space added for material storage, production, quality assurance and shipping, the new building almost doubled the previous manufacturing footprint of Boker’s South Minneapolis headquarters, to over 165,000 square feet. In particular, the larger area to inventory raw material enables the company to expedite orders and shorten delivery times for short-, medium-, or long-runs. Having immediate access to over 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials, including metallic, non-metallic and super alloys, allows Boker’s to quickly meet customer needs.

Focused On the Future. Meeting Customer Needs Today.

For over 100 years, Boker’s has been providing precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims to companies in fast-paced, high-demand industries. The increased space in the new facility has also created opportunities to scale and grow, integrating new technologies to address the ever-changing needs and product diversification of their customers.

In addition to housing the company’s vast stamping and washer capabilities, the new structure provided the opportunity to layout our manufacturing processes linearly, facilitate in-house secondary machining operations, and provide an expanded area to accommodate improved workflow for packing and order fulfillment.

“Team members have expressed an appreciation for the more streamlined manufacturing space and are experiencing the positive impact on project workflow,” said Tony Kersey, Boker’s Communications Manager.  “Coming out of the pandemic, everyone here has worked hard to significantly reduce lead times and exceed customer on-time deliveries, and now, most orders ship in two weeks or less.”

Since 1919, customers on the forefront of technology across the globe have trusted Boker’s to manufacture custom precision stamped components. After a year of operations in the new facility, it’s clear to everyone in the organization that they’ll be able to continue the values and traditions of the company’s founder, Vitus Boker, for high quality parts, hard work and attention to detail, for many years to come.

For more information on Boker’s, please visit Bokers.com.

The Right Stamping. The Right Washer. Right Now. — Boker’s New 2023 Catalog and Calendar Are Now Available.

Minneapolis, MN – January 2023 – In continuing their service of nearly every industry around the world, Boker’s, Inc. announces the availability of two valuable new resources – the 2023 Stampings & Washers Catalog and the 2023 Scheduling Calendar.

An industry guide for design engineers and purchasing teams.

The new Boker’s 2023 catalog is an all-inclusive guide to over 32,000 stock tools for flat washers, spacers and shims – including 156 new sizes recently added. With Boker’s expansive line of made-to-order washers, customers can choose from a variety of sizes, thicknesses and materials with no tooling charges.

The stock tool range of sizes includes outside diameters of 0.080” to 5.140” with a wide variety of inside diameters available. Boker’s also manufactures special shapes and sizes up to 12” in diameter, as well as a large range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

The 2023 catalog showcases the company’s vast stamping capabilities, designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamped component needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of stamping sizes up to 12” x 12” (flat) with thicknesses from .005” to .190”, dependent on material, and draws up to 3” deep and 8” in diameter.

With the company’s expanded manufacturing facilities and operations, and access to over 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials, Boker’s can also accommodate short-, medium- or long-runs with fast delivery.

An easy-to-use tool for scheduling, purchasing and designing.

The new Boker’s 2023 calendar is a comprehensive, at-a-glance view of the 65-week scheduling period inclusive of January 2023 through March 2024, including Sundays and major holidays that are boldly identified in red. Understanding the needs of their customers, Boker’s has also included a fast and convenient metric conversion chart on the reverse side that features decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements, ranging from 1/64” to 1” and .1 mm to 100 mm.

For over 100 years, Boker’s has been helping solve design engineering challenges with quality components, world-class customer service and FAST DELIVERY. That’s why companies on the forefront of technology across the globe, trust Boker’s to manufacture precise, made-to-order metal stampings and washers for applications in aerospace and defense, robotics and automation, renewable energy, medical and dental equipment, and more.

For more information on Boker’s, or to request the new 2023 catalog and calendar, please visit our Information Request Page

Boker’s All-Inclusive Resource for Stampings and Washers – The 2022 Catalog Is Now Available

Minneapolis, MN – December 16, 2021 – A valuable industry resource for design engineers and purchasing teams, Boker’s, Inc. announces the availability of its new Stampings and Washers catalog for 2022.  Showcasing the company’s vast stamping and washer capabilities, this catalog offers an all-inclusive guide to over 32,000 stock tools for flat washers, spacers and shims – including 369 new sizes recently added.

For over 100 years, Boker’s has been a leading manufacturer of precision, made-to-order metal stampings and washers, serving companies on the forefront of technology innovation around world; including aerospace and aviation, electronic measurement and testing, renewable energy, medical, outdoor recreation and more.

The new, 72-page catalog features Boker’s expansive line of non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes available, allowing customers to choose from a wide variety of sizes, thickness and materials with no tooling charges. The stock tool range of sizes includes outside diameters of 0.080” to 5.140” with a wide variety of inside diameters available. Boker’s also manufactures special shapes and sizes up to 12” in diameter, as well as a large range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

The new 2022 catalog provides details of Boker’s stamping technologies and manufacturing capabilities designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamping application needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of stamping sizes up to 12” x 12” (flat) with thicknesses from .005” to .190”, based on material, and draws up to 3” deep and 8” in diameter.

A premier solution provider for precision stamped components, Boker’s can also accommodate short-, medium- and long-runs with access to over 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials.  The company’s expanded manufacturing facilities and operations also facilitates in-house secondary machining operations including tapping, reaming, counterboring, spotfacing and more.

Boker’s, Inc. offers the ultimate combination of the right product, service, value and unmatched quality to its customers, helping to solve design engineering challenges in almost every industry across the globe.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a catalog, please visit Bokers.com.

Boker’s Calendar Scheduling Tool – Now Available for 2022

Minneapolis, MN— November 22, 2021—For over 100 years, Boker’s Inc. has been helping solve design engineering challenges with high quality stampings and washers. In continuing their service of industries around the world, Boker’s is pleased to announce the availability of their 2022 scheduling calendar – a convenient, easy-to-use tool designed with features for production managers, schedulers, purchasing teams and design engineers.

Available by request, this calendar provides a comprehensive, at-a-glance view of the 65-week scheduling period inclusive of January 2022 through March 2023, including Sundays and major holidays that are boldly identified in red. Understanding the needs of their customers, Boker’s has also included a fast and convenient metric conversion chart on the reverse side that features decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements, ranging from 1/64” to 1” and .1 mm to 100 mm.

Serving companies on the forefront of technology innovation, the Boker’s dual-sided calendar and conversion chart will help customers specify what they need for their particular application from the company’s growing inventory of more than 32,000 non-standard flat washer tool sizes; including 369 new sizes.

With a comprehensive range of sizes available, including outside diameters from 0.080” to 5.140”, and a wide variety of inside diameters, thicknesses and materials, Boker’s is able to deliver precision components that meet the unique characteristics and demands of every industry and emerging market worldwide.

Boker’s is also a premier solutions provider for complex precision stamped components. Offering over 2,000 stock material options, Boker’s can produce custom stampings, washers, spacers and shims in short, medium or long runs.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a new 2022 calendar, please visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Adds 369 New Washer Sizes to Growing Selection of Over 32,000 Stock Tools

Minneapolis, MN — September 23, 2021 — Boker’s, Inc. announced that to date in 2021 the company has added tooling for 369 new non-standard flat washer sizes to its industry-leading selection. With the addition of the new sizes, Boker’s continues to offer an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes that are available to customers worldwide with no tooling charges. 

Serving companies on the forefront of technology innovation for over 100 years, these new tool additions further expand Boker’s made-to-order offering for an increasingly wider range of applications and industries. With well over 32,000 stock tools, custom manufacturing with stock tooling is available for customers and OEMs in industries from aerospace and aviation, to electronic measurement and testing, renewable energy, medical, outdoor recreation and more, to deliver the quality and precision they require for their applications. If there isn’t a tool that meets the exact specifications needed, Boker’s in-house tooling department can produce a tool to your exact specifications quickly.

Additionally, Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly-specified and difficult-to-find material options. The comprehensive range of sizes includes outside diameters from 0.080” to 12.00” with a wide range of inside diameters which helps to make Boker’s the preferred partner for design engineers, production managers and procurement when it comes to sourcing washers for emerging and established markets. Boker’s can also accommodate flexible production quantities, offering short-, medium- and long-runs.

In addition to flat washers, other shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic materials include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

To learn more about Boker’s washers, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s Stamping & Washer Catalog contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. Now Offering Custom Stamped Divot Repair Tools

Minneapolis, MN — April 13, 2021— Golf retailers, golf clubs and companies can turn to Boker’s, Inc., to make custom branded stamped divot repair tools. Many materials, styles and customization offers available!

Spring is just around the corner and people will start hitting the links in order to enjoy the great outdoors with fresh air and beautiful surroundings. What better way to celebrate the season than with custom stamped divot repair tools? Whether you’re hosting or sponsoring an event or want your patrons to carry away a course souvenir, you can order divot repair tools just the way you want them.

These customized divot repair tools are ideal for golf retailers, golf clubs or company promotions and events. Boker’s offers many materials and colors in four standard styles of divot repair tools as well as custom shapes in rugged 1/16” thick metal construction. Make it your own with a choice of various materials, colors and finishes including:

  • Nickel-Plated Steel
  • Chrome-Plated Steel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Bronze
  • Brass
  • Copper
  • Anodized Aluminum (Red, Orange, Yellow, Gold, Green, Blue, Purple, Black)
  • Silver-Plated
  • Gold-Plated

Minimum orders of 1,000 can include a stamped logo or Boker’s can pad print your logo or message on the anodized aluminum finishes. These are tools that players can carry in their pockets and repair divots with ease as they are lightweight and durable.

Most golf courses practice basic golf etiquette rules which require golfers to repair spike or ball marks as well as other divots. The majority of divot tools are simple designs made of two metal prongs that you insert into the ground around the mark to push up the divot and even out the green. Using your custom divot repair tool, golfers can repair their damage, helping to maintain the course and aiding other golfers in their games.

Work with Boker’s to find the perfect divot repair tool to accompany you on your next round or event. Your patrons will use and appreciate it for a long time, bringing it with them from course to course.

To learn more about Boker’s divot repair tools, visit bokers.com.

Company Info:

3104 Snelling Ave

Minneapolis, MN 55406
bokers.com
800-927-4377
sales@bokers.com

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2021 Calendar or a 2021 Stampings & Washers Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Clipped Washers from Boker’s, Inc., Are Key to Limited Space Applications

Minneapolis, MN – February 24, 2021 – Design engineers who have limited space and need to control axial motion within their applications can turn to clipped washers from Boker’s, Inc.

Clipped washers have a flat edge on either the outside diameter (OD), inside diameter (ID) or both. This flat edge helps prevent the washer from rotating in applications, especially when space is limited, and component performance is critical. Many applications require clipped washers, and they are used across many industries including:

  • Automotive
  • Marine
  • Aerospace
  • Medical
  • and countless more.

“Clipped washers, also referred to as D-washers, are generally used in applications where space limitations do not allow the use of a flat round washer, as well as when keeping an assembly stationary is required,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager. “Clipped washers can be used with shafts, rods or mating parts that are shaped like a ‘D’”.

The functionality of the clipped washers come from providing a flat bearing surface within assemblies. They are generally used under the head of a bolt and/or a nut to disperse loads as well as to prevent the washer from turning in the application. They are mounted with the flat edge of the washer facing a flat surface or recessed hole to prevent rotation. Clipped washers are available in steel, stainless steel, aluminum as well as over 2,000 other stock metallic and non-metallic materials to meet specific applications needs.

Design engineers can choose from a wide variety of sizes, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic to suit their applications. Boker’s clipped washers are custom produced in short, medium and long runs with fast delivery, minimal tool cost and with 3D prototypes available.

Additionally, Boker’s maintains over 32,000 stock tools for flat round washers, spacers and shims without tool charges. With outside diameters of 0.080″ to 5.140″ and a wide variety of inside diameters, there are millions of flat and specialty washer possibilities.

For your application specific quote please submit your specifications by using our fast quote form.

To learn more about Boker’s clipped washers, visit bokers.com. For more information on Boker’s or to request a catalog, please visit Bokers.com.

Company Info:

Boker’s, Inc.
3104 Snelling Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55406
bokers.com
800-927-4377

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2021 Calendar or 2021 Stampings & Washers Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

New 2021 Stampings and Washers Catalog from Boker’s, Inc. Demonstrates Its Commitment to Customers

Minneapolis, MN January 12th, 2021 Boker’s, Inc. offers the ultimate combination of the right product, service, value and unmatched quality to its customers across the globe. To showcase their capabilities, they announce the availability of the new 2021 Stampings and Washers Catalog which includes the addition of 448 new sizes to its industry-leading selection of stock non-standard washer tooling.

A leading manufacturer of precision, made-to-order metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims for over 100 years, Boker’s creates value beyond the sum of the component parts they manufacture. They have long been serving industries as wide and varied as the following:

  • Aerospace, Aviation & Defense
  • Appliances
  • Consumer Products
  • Cutlery & Multi-Tools
  • Electronic Measurement & Testing
  • Medical Technology
  • Recreational Vehicles
  • Renewable Energy
  • And more…

The new 72-page catalog offers an all-inclusive guide for over 32,000 stock tools for flat washers, spacers and shims, including 448 new washer sizes, allowing customers to choose from a wide variety of sizes, thickness and materials with no tooling charges. Stock tool sizes ranging with outside diameters of 0.080” to 5.140” and a wide variety of inside diameters available, Boker’s also manufactures special shapes and sizes up to 12” in diameter, as well as a large range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

The catalog also details Boker’s stamping technologies and manufacturing capabilities designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamping application needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of stamping sizes up to 12” x 12” (flat) with thicknesses from .005” to .190” (varies by material) and draws up to 3” deep and 8” in diameter.

Stampings, washers, spacers and shims are needed in virtually everything that is used on a daily basis. Boker’s expanded production capacity continues to showcase their commitment to customers, with a focus on quality control processes and the ability to meet timing requirements that help customers get products to market quickly.

Additionally, Boker’s can accommodate short-, medium-and-long runs with immediate access to 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials. The company’s expanded manufacturing facilities leverages technology enhancements that match what customers require. Operationally, they also have in-house secondary machining operations including tapping, reaming, counterboring, spotfacing and more.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a catalog, please visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2021 Stamping & Washer Catalog contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com

Boker’s Adds 448 New Washer Sizes to Growing Selection of Over 32,000 Stock Tools

Minneapolis, MN—December 15th, 2020—Boker’s, Inc. announced that to-date in 2020 the company has added tooling for 448 new non-standard flat washer sizes to its industry-leading selection. With the addition of the new sizes, Boker’s continues to offer an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes that are available to customers worldwide with no tooling charges.

These new tool additions further expands the made-to-order offering for an increasingly wider range of applications and industries. With immediate manufacturing availability for well over 32,000 non-standard sizes of washers, spacers and shims, customers and OEMs in industries from aerospace and aviation, to electronic measurement and testing, medical and more, get the quality and precision they require for their applications. If there isn’t a tool that meets the exact specifications needed, Boker’s in-house tooling department can design and create one quickly.

Additionally, Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly-specified and difficult-to-find material options. The comprehensive range of sizes includes outside diameters from 0.080” to 12.00” with a wide range of inside diameters which helps to make Boker’s the preferred partner for design engineers, production managers and procurement when it comes to sourcing washers for emerging and established markets. Boker’s can also accommodate flexible production quantities, offering short-, medium-and-long runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic materials include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

To learn more about Boker’s washers, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s Stamping & Washer Catalog contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

Boker’s Provides New 2021 Calendar Tool for Convenient Scheduling

Minneapolis, MN – December 1, 2020 – Following its tradition of developing strong customer partnerships, Boker’s is pleased to announce the availability of their 2021 scheduling calendar. It’s an easy-to-navigate calendar showcasing 15-months for the scheduling convenience of production managers, design engineers and purchasing teams.

The calendar provides a comprehensive, at-a-glance view of the 65-week scheduling period inclusive of January 2021 through March 2022, including Sundays and major holidays that are boldly identified in red. Boker’s understands their customers’ needs and equips them with a fast and convenient metric conversion chart on the back side, featuring decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements, ranging from 1/64” to 1” and .1 mm to 100 mm.

In everyday life, people come into contact with many Boker’s manufactured components utilized in items they interact with daily without ever realizing it. The dual-sided calendar and conversion chart helps users specify what they need for their particular application from a growing inventory of more than 32,000 non-standard flat washer tool sizes.

Customers can leverage Boker’s vast knowledge and expertise when selecting the precise washers for their application. With outside diameters ranging from 0.080” to 5.140”, and a wide variety of inside diameters, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic solutions, Boker’s delivers precision components that meet the unique characteristics and demands of every industry and emerging market.

Boker’s is also a premier solutions provider for complex precision stamped components. Offering over 2,000 stock material options, Boker’s can produce custom stampings, washers, spacers and shims in short, medium or long runs.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a calendar, please visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2021 Calendar contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Fasten securely and permanently with custom Retaining Washers from Boker’s

Minneapolis, MN – April 6, 2020 – Boker’s, Inc., a leading manufacturerof precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, offers complete production of non-standard and customized retaining washers in numerous styles that are designed to provide secure fastening in the most demanding applications. Retaining washers are essential in applications subjected to vibration, torque, heat or corrosion, with styles that provide added tension and friction designed to restrict threaded nuts, bolts or fastening systems from turning, slipping or loosening under load.

Numerous styles of retaining washers are available, from simple cup or spring style washers with inside diameters paired to screw shanks, bolts or smooth shaft components, to styles designed for sealing or featuring internal teeth. Boker’s offers comprehensive production capabilities for thousands of non-standard retaining washer configurations, as well as completely unique, custom solutions. The comprehensive lines of retaining washer styles include shaft retainers, stud receivers, retainers for wire guide assemblies, push-on bolt retainers, wide-rim retainers, solid inside diameter retainers, as well as conventional style cup and spring retainers that provide axial flexibility as well as tension-based component security.

“With over 100 years of production, Boker’s has extensive experience in washers for numerous critical and vibration-prone applications. We’ve helped solve retention challenges for a variety of high-vibration applications from aerospace, automotive, transportation, military, industrial machinery, engine components, electronics and PCB applications, to consumer products such as appliances,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager.

Coupled with one of the industry’s widest range of sizes and thicknesses, high-performance retaining washer can be produced to nearly unlimited specifications. Boker’s offers over 2,000 different metallic and non-metallic materials and maintains over 32,000 stock tools for flat round washers, spacers and shims without tool charges. Boker’s retaining washers are custom produced in short, medium and long runs with fast delivery, minimal tool cost and 3D prototypes available. For your application specific quote please submit your specifications by using our fast quote form.

To learn more about the design possibilities and manufacturing standards of Boker’s retaining washers, visitbokers.com.

Company Info:
Boker’s, Inc.
3104 Snelling Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55406
bokers.com
800-927-4377

Square Washers from Boker’s Help Secure Fastening in Tight Spaces

Minneapolis, MN – February 4th, 2020 – Boker’s, Inc. a leading manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, offers complete production of non-standard and customized square and rectangular washers and spacers designed to provide secure fastening, turn resistance and load distribution—even in the tightest clearances. Boker’s square and rectangular washers are available in a wide range of materials, bolt and I.D. sizes, in O.D. sizes up to 12” x 12” (30.5 cm x 30.5 cm), and in thicknesses ranging from .005” to .190” (.127 mm to 4.8 mm).

“Like round washers, square washers are often used to distribute torque loads in secure fastening applications,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager. “But precision stamped square and rectangular washers offer the added advantage of being able to work in more restricted spaces and can be used to provide edge-to-edge contact to resist turning.” These products extend into many designs, from slotted hole square plate washers, to those with rounded outside corners. Kersey added that in general, square washers offer excellent fastening friction, and provide reliable connection security in crevice, channel and Unistrut-style applications.

In addition, square washers are also widely used as shims, separating the bolt crown from what is being anchored, reducing the possibilities of deformity when tightening, and helping to keep joining surfaces undamaged. This bushing or packing approach is often used in the construction industry or in applications to act as a force-countering support in fastener rods and complex part profiles.

Square and rectangular washers are often emerging as a higher-performance alternative to round washers in a diverse array of applications subject to vibration forces, ranging from industrial machinery to aerospace, from washing machines to automobiles. By effectively expanding the diameter of the bolt’s head, square washers offer greater dispersal of load and turning resistance in many applications, helping maintain fastening integrity, and protecting and prolonging the life of connected parts.

Boker’s square and rectangular washers are custom produced to order in short, medium and long runs with fast delivery and minimal tool cost with available 3D prototypes. Options in more that 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials are available, including metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic material selections include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and a range of non-metallic material options. Available metal finishes include black oxide, nickel, zinc and others.

For your application specific quote please submit your specifications by using our fast quote form.

For more information on Boker’s or to download a catalog, please visit Bokers.com

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2020 Calendar contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

The New “Designer’s Guide to Precision Metal Stampings” marks 100 years of Boker’s, Inc. being the Stamping & Washer Specialists since 1919

Minneapolis, MN (January 6, 2020) Boker’s, Inc. announces the release of its new “Designer’s Guide to Precision Metal Stampings”. As a leading manufacturer of precision, made-to-order metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims for over 100 years, Boker’s has earned a reputation as a stamping leader and the respect of many customers for their knowledge of stamped components.

This quick reference piece is a must-have for the OEM design engineer. Covering considerations around flat blanking, piercing, metal forming or deep draws, this valuable guide takes the reader through the basics of metal stampings and the various stamping operations. Design considerations are included to help OEM design engineers when thinking about the parts and components they need to produce. The guide also details Boker’s stamping technologies and manufacturing capabilities designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamping application needs.

The guide also offers a glossary of precision metal stamping terms.

Download guide at Bokers.com

For more information on Boker’s or to download a catalog, please visit Bokers.com

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2020 Calendar contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

 Boker’s Marks Its Second Century with New 2020 Stampings and Washers Catalog

Minneapolis, MN – [November 14, 2019] – Boker’s, Inc., a leading manufacturer of precision, made-to-order metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims for over 100 years, announces the availability of its new 2020 Stampings and Washers Catalog, and the addition of 548 new sizes to its industry-leading selection of stock non-standard washer tooling.

A valuable desktop reference for purchasing teams, this year’s Boker’s catalog cover artwork salutes the skills of design engineers. The new 72-page catalog offers an all-inclusive guide for over 32,000 stock tools for flat washers, spacers and shims, including 548 new washer sizes, allowing customers to choose from a wide variety of sizes, thickness and materials with no tooling charges. With outside diameters of 0.080” to 5.140” and a wide variety of inside diameters available, Boker’s also manufactures special shapes and sizes up to 12” in diameter, as well as a large range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

“For decades, the annual Boker’s catalog has been recognized as an industry standard, providing a go-to reference of our vast selection of over 32,000 of stock tools available for immediate manufacturing of non-standard flat washers, spacers and shims,” said Tony Kersey, Communications Director. “If a tool isn’t available, our in-house tooling department can manufacture a die to your precise specs quickly. Whether it’s a unique flat washer, a custom washer or washer types such as tab, spring, beveled, or countersunk, Boker’s can meet your exact specifications”.

The catalog also details Boker’s stamping technologies and manufacturing capabilities designed to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamping application needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of stamping sizes up to 12” x 12” (flat) with thicknesses from .005” to .190” (varies by material) and draws up to 3” deep and 8” in diameter.

Offering flexible production quantities, Boker’s can accommodate short-, medium-and-long runs with immediate access to 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials. The company’s expanded manufacturing facilities and operations also facilitates secondary machining operations including tapping, reaming, counterboring, spotfacing and more.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a catalog, please visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2020 Calendar contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Offers Convenient 2020 Industry Scheduling Calendar Tool

Minneapolis, MN – October 29, 2019 – In appreciation for its customers, as Boker’s, Inc. celebrates over a century as an industry-leading provider of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, the company announces its new, complimentary 2020 production scheduling calendar. This easy-to-navigate 15-month calendar is designed with features for the convenience of production managers, schedulers, purchasing teams and design engineers.

The calendar, available by request, provides a comprehensive, at-a-glance view of the 65-week scheduling period inclusive of January 2020 through March 2021, including Sundays and major holidays that are boldly indicated in red. The reverse side of the calendar offers a fast and convenient metric conversion lookup chart that provides decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements, ranging from 1/64” to 1” and .1 mm to 100 mm.

The dual-sided Boker’s calendar and conversion chart helps users specify from the company’s growing inventory of more than 32,000 non-standard flat washer tool sizes. Customers can select the precise washers for their application with outside diameters ranging from 0.080” to 5.140”, and a wide variety of inside diameters, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic solutions.

Boker’s is also a premier solutions provider for complex precision stamped components. Offering over 2,000 stock material options, Boker’s can produce custom stampings, washers, spacers and shims in short, medium or long runs.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a calendar, please visit bokers.com.

Company Info: 
Boker’s, Inc.
3104 Snelling Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55406
bokers.com
800-927-4377
sales@bokers.com


About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2020 Calendar contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Adds 548 New Washer Sizes to Growing Selection of Over 32,000 Stock Tools

Minneapolis, MN— September 30th, 2019 —Boker’s, Inc. announced that to-date in 2019 the company has added tooling for 548 new non-standard flat washer sizes to its industry-leading selection. With the addition of the new sizes, Boker’s offers an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes that are available to customers with no tooling charges.

“These new tool additions further expands the made-to-order offering for a increasingly wider range of applications and industries,” said Pete Flodquist, Boker’s Sales Manager. “We now offer immediate manufacturing availability for well over 32,000 non-standard sizes of washers, spacers and shims, and if there isn’t a tool for your exact specifications, our in-house tooling department can design and create one quickly to meet your needs.”

Additionally, Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly-specified and difficult-to-find material options. The comprehensive range of sizes includes outside diameters from 0.080”. to 12.00”. with a wide range of inside diameters. Boker’s can accommodate flexible production quantities, offering short-, medium-and-long runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic materials include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

To learn more about Boker’s washers, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc. maintains a Quality Management System that is AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is a woman-owned manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 Catalog contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Custom Lock and Tab Washers from Boker’s Offer Secure Fastening

Minneapolis, MN – August 14, 2019 – Boker’s, a leading manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, offers complete production of non-standard and customized lock washers and tab washers designed to provide secure fastening in your essential applications. These types of washers are vital in applications subjected to vibration, torque, heat or corrosion, providing an additional security measure to restrict threaded nuts, bolts or fastening systems from turning, slipping or loosening under load.

Lock washers are widely used as a reliable method to secure fastening. Common designs include internal tooth, external tooth or combination internal and external tooth designs. Lock washers exert a load, partially deform and lock a fastener in place. Tab washers are an additional form of lock washer that features one or more internal or external notches or tabs designed to hold the nut in place in relation to the connecting bolt or stud. Tabs may be bent or engage into keyways or slots in connected surfaces to provide a positive locking surface. In some applications they are deployed along with a flat washer in order to distribute the load evenly without deforming the assembly that the fastener is secured to.

“As a leading manufacturer of precision metal stampings and washers, Boker’s provides production capabilities for countless non-standard lock and tab washer configurations, as well as completely unique, custom designs for any application demands,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager. “Coupled with immediate access to over 2,000 materials and one of the industry’s widest range of sizes and thicknesses, we can help OEMs produce virtually any high-performance tab washer design they can envision.”

Tab washer sizes include a complete range of sizes up to 12 inches in outside diameter, in addition to multiple inside diameter and thickness options, for compatibility with all types of nuts, bolts or fastening systems. With over 100 years of production, Boker’s has extensive experience in washers for numerous critical and vibration-proof applications including multiple forms of land, marine and air transportation, military, industrial machinery, tools, pumps, motors and HVAC applications, all the way to consumer products such as appliances.

Boker’s maintains over 32,000 stock tools for flat round washers, spacers and shims without tool charges. You can choose from a wide variety of sizes, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic to suit your application. With outside diameters of 0.080″ to 5.140″ and a wide variety of inside diameters, Boker’s enables millions of flat and specialty washer possibilities.

Boker’s lock and tab washers are custom produced in short, medium and long runs with fast delivery, minimal tool cost and 3D prototypes available. For your application specific quote please submit your specifications by using our fast quote form.

To learn more about the design possibilities and manufacturing standards of Boker’s lock and tab washers, visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 Stampings & Washers Catalog or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Custom Stampings and Specialty Washers that meet the demands of the Outdoor Recreational Industry

Minneapolis, MN – March 13, 2019 – The performance demands of the outdoor recreational gear industry requires parts and components that combine light weight, extreme durability, high strength, corrosion- and UV-resistance, and offer the highest levels of reliability.

Boker’s, Inc. delivers 100 years of application-solving experience for OEM challenges, including the industry-leading range of non-standard washer and spacer sizes, thickness, profiles and materials, plus custom, made-to-order washers, spacers, shims, stamped parts and components, manufactured for hundreds of products in the outdoor, adventure sports and recreational industries.

Along with the millions of possibilities offered by our extensive range of non-standard sizes, industry-leading brands in the outdoor equipment and recreational gear markets rely on Boker’s for manufacturing of their proprietary parts, custom shapes and specialized requirements. Boker’s has unique part and component fabrication experience in numerous OEM outdoor product applications, including the following:

  • Navigation equipment and instruments
  • Cameras, scopes and binoculars
  • Flashlights and lanterns
  • Outdoor power equipment
  • Canoes and kayaks
  • Fly fishing, spincast and baitcast fishing reels
  • Camp stove components
  • Communications systems
  • Tents, tarps, tiedowns and ratchets straps
  • Snowshoes
  • Bikes and cycles
  • Vehicle racking systems and carriers
  • Portable water filtration systems
  • Ski and snowboard bindings
  • Knives, saws and multi-function tools
  • Portable solar power systems

Whether an OEM is looking for formed or fender washers that can be used in tents or miniature specialized washers for the needs of complex fly fishing reels, Boker’s is the trusted partner to turn to. In addition to washers and spacers, Boker’s can provide simple to complex custom stamped components used in a variety of product applications ranging from snowshoe cleats to camping stoves

OEMs recognize the unique qualifications, capabilities and industry-leading quality offered by Boker’s, including over 32,000 non-standard washers sizes that can be manufactured to exact specifications with no tooling charges. Custom washers are available in outside diameters ranging from .080 inches to 12 inches. Boker’s custom stamping offering includes flat blanking and piercings in sizes up to 12″ x 12″, complex metal forming in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ (varies by material), and deep draws up to 3″ and 8″ in diameter.

Boker’s, Inc. offers immediate access and experience with over 2,000 common and hard-to-find exotic material choices to meet the needs of the outdoor recreational market, including metallic or non-metallic options, low-carbon sheet steel, numerous super alloys, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, beryllium copper, phosphor bronze and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials available include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and NEMA-grade laminates.

Boker’s is also equipped with in-house secondary operations to meet the demanding finishing requirements of the industry including deburring, tapping, reaming, counterboring, and spotfacing, plus trusted local vendors for heat treating, plating and non-destructive testing (N.D.I.). Boker’s also offers 3D rapid prototyping and functional prototyping, plus co-development capabilities to help OEMs efficiently solve their product engineering challenges quickly.

With unmatched experience and expertise, leading size and material selection, high-capacity production and quick order turnaround, Boker’s delivers quality-certified, customized solutions, fast and economically in short, medium and long runs.

Use Boker’s easy on-line specification engine to find your tooling size, thickness and material requirements for millions of configurations. To quote your custom stamping project, complete Boker’s fast quote form and upload your CAD files or production prints.

When it comes to products destined for the great outdoors, Boker’s goes the distance.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 Stampings & Washers Catalog or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Offers Manufacturing Capabilities for Cutlery and Hand Tool Applications

“We are definitely seeing a growth in the cutlery market in products such as fixed blade knives or folding pocket knives, but we mostly serve the multi-tool industry,” said Tony Kersey, Communications Director. “Most of our customers in the multi-tool market are purchasing spacers and shims to minimize friction and wear between moving parts. On the fixed blade side of the industry, we produce spacers and handle slabs to be mounted to the blade.”

Boker’s stampings and washers can be used in a variety of cutlery or hand tool applications, including:

  • Fastening Tools
  • Ratchets
  • Multi-tools
  • Specialty pliers
  • Scissors, snips, and cutters
  • Precision Stampings

Boker’s has the expertise and capacity to provide quality, custom precision metal stampings. Flat blanking and piercings are available in a complete range of sizes up to 12 inches by 12 inches, metal forming in thicknesses from .005 inches to .190 inches (varies by material) and draws up to 3 inches deep and 8 inches in diameter.

Boker’s also provides all the secondary operations you would expect from your stamping manufacturer including deburring, tapping, reaming, counterboring, and spotfacing. “We excel with tight tolerances for all aforementioned considerations as well as our ability to manufacture parts as “burr free” as possible within our burr standards which is based on material thickness,” said Kersey.

Washers, Spacers and Shims

Washers, spacers, and shims are used in almost every application imaginable. When it comes to the cutlery industry some examples are in the manufacturing of folding knives and multi-tools. For both folding knives and multi-tools, washers, spacers, and shims are most widely used to reduce friction and wear between moving parts.

Boker’s has over 32,000 thousand stock tools for immediate availability to manufacture non-standard flat washers, spacers, and shims from over 2,000 commonly used and hard to find materials. Materials include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, phosphor bronze, and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene, various NEMA grade phenolics, and many more.

For more information on Boker’s, please visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 Stampings & Washers Catalog or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Celebrates 100 Years in Business

Minneapolis, MN – January 16, 2019 – Boker’s, a metal stamping manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, reaches its 100th anniversary in 2019. Boker’s will celebrate and honor its valued customers and employees throughout the year and also the opening of their new manufacturing facility.  

 “We are thankful and honored that we have been able to serve our customers and help them be successful over the past 100 years,” said Amy Kersey, CEO/President. “We are also grateful to be able to provide good quality jobs to our dedicated employees.”

Boker’s, founded in 1919 by Vitus Boker and his son, John, started their family business around their first products, an envelope folding machine and a small hand check protector. However, with his tooling knowledge, the enterprise began generating more revenue from manufacturing prototypes and custom parts for automated machinery. As the word spread of Boker’s unique process for producing high-quality, short-run, stamped metal parts, demand grew. Vitus quickly found himself entrenched within the stamping industry as one of the pioneers of short-run stampings.  The business boomed and has continued to flourish throughout the years, growing in space and customer base.

In 1968, Boker’s was purchased by four of its employees: William (Bill) Tedlund, Joseph Basara, Chester Engquist, and Joseph Kantorowicz, and was run successfully for many years. In 1986 Bill Tedlund became the sole owner. He continued to lead the business with the Boker’s values and traditions, instilling those principles with his own family.

Today, Boker’s is still a privately held family-owned business, guided by Vitus Boker’s principals of hard work and attention to detail with Bill Tedlund as Chairman of the Board. From starting to help out the family business as children, the legacy continues with Bill’s children Wendy, Amy and Barry as shareholders. Amy Kersey (Bill’s daughter) is the current CEO/President and her sons, Chuck and Tony Kersey as the 5th generation at the helm of Sales and Marketing.

Boker’s has manufactured parts for almost every industry and product imaginable: from payphones, coffee makers, medical devices, missiles, mail sorting machines to dental instruments, snowshoes, and aircrafts. Stampings and washers are needed in virtually everything we use or come in contact with on a daily basis. “The parts we make affect everyone we care about, and that’s why delivery of quality components through certified processes are important.” says Tony Kersey, Marketing Manager.

“Our employees and the culture they create are the core of Boker’s long-lasting success,” said Mark Kersey, Vice President. “Boker’s was founded on the principles of hard work, camaraderie and creating an atmosphere where employees feel appreciated and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. Some of us have been with Boker’s for 40-45 years and have worked many different positions throughout our careers. Our culture is very customer-orientated and continues to be one of our greatest strengths.”

Boker’s is currently expanding their manufacturing facility to streamline processes and add capacity as product diversification continues to grow. The new space adds 66,500 square feet, almost doubling their current manufacturing space. “I’m looking forward to getting the new plant up and running,” said Amy Kersey. “This expansion will help us continue to exceed our customers’ requirements into the future without ever losing sight of their needs, nor our team.”

“Our controlled processes coupled with our employee base is what sets us apart,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager. “Our team works hard and is dedicated to following and continually improving processes. This is the reason Boker’s is successful and will continue to be for the next 100 years.”

To read the full Boker’s history story, please visitbokers.com.

Boker’s Precise Manufacturing Capabilities Provide Dental Company with Complex Stampings

Minneapolis, MN—December 4, 2018—Garmers Dental Instruments, Inc. has been in business for over a century. Starting out as a small dental practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, it later grew into a successful dental instrument manufacturer. Herman Garmers was a practicing dentist who came up with an idea to improve the clamping structure for dental cotton roll holders. His vision was to create a holder that would securely hold the cotton rolls in the desired absorbent position. This instrument was patented on January 20th, 1953.

Cotton holders are used in various applications such as bleaching, cavities, fillings and operative and restorative treatments. The holders provide more retraction, accessibility and visibility of the working area during a procedure. These are most important for use when a dentist is working alone without an extra pair of hands to help isolate the area being worked on.

During the journey of developing his improved cotton roll holder, Garmers discovered he needed complex stamping pieces manufactured to secure the connecting parts of the instrument. This is where an accidental meeting provided Garmers with the partner he needed to produce the holder.

A minor fender bender between Garmers and J.P. Boker, who happened to operate a stamping and washer manufacturing company in Minneapolis, turned into an immediate business relationship. At the time, Garmers could not find a supplier who was able to manufacture the stamped parts needed to complete his dental instrument in large quantities. Boker’s was known in the industry for being able to make custom, complex stampings to match any customer’s specification.

The Garmers’ cotton roll holder is a “household name” in the dental industry. The cotton roll holder securely holds any size or length of cotton in place during dental procedures. This keeps the cotton from rolling away or popping out. Another unique feature is the sliding chin clamp that keeps the holder in place on every patient, child or adult.

“This chance meeting ended up being a perfect match for both of us and we have continued a strong business relationship that is now going on 85 years,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager at Boker’s. “Both Garmers and Boker’s share the same principals of hard work, attention to detail, and moral and ethical behavior in everything that they do.”

Boker’s, Inc., continues to specialize in producing high quality custom metal stampings for dental and medical applications. This precision manufacturing covers a complete range of sizes up to 12 inches x 12 inches (flat) with thicknesses from .005 inches to .190 inches (varies by material) and draws of up to 3 inches deep and 8 inches in diameter. Boker’s utilizes many of the latest technologies and precision metal stamping manufacturing concepts to focus on providing customers with quality stampings that fit their needs. With over 2,000 stock material options including metallic and non-metallic, Boker’s can produce custom stampings, washers, spacers and shims in short, medium or long runs. In addition, Boker’s provides a dedicated quality-assurance department to ensure products meet strict customer requirements.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 Washers Catalog, Stamping Brochure or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s 2019 Stampings and Washers Catalog Now Available

Minneapolis, MN—November 14, 2018—Boker’s, Inc., a manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims for over one hundred years, announces the availability of the new 2019 Stampings and Washers Catalog. This year’s commemorative catalog is a combination of their stampings and washers capabilities, including a special section celebrating their 100th anniversary, featuring an overview of Boker’s rich history, significant milestones and memories from employees throughout the years.

This 72-page catalog offers a reference guide for over 32,000 stock tools for flat washers, spacers and shims, including 500 new washer sizes, allowing customers to choose from a wide variety of sizes, thickness and materials. With outside diameters of 0.080″ to 5.140″ and a wide variety of inside diameters available. Boker’s also manufactures special shapes and sizes up to 12″ in diameter, as well as a large range of inside diameters and thicknesses.

The catalog also includes the latest stamping technologies and manufacturing concepts to satisfy standard to complex and intricate stamping application needs. Boker’s covers a complete range of sizes up to 12″ x 12″ (flat) with thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ (varies by material) and draws up to 3″ deep and 8″ in diameter.

Boker’s expanded facility and operations provides immediate access to 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials as well as secondary machining operations including deburring, tapping, reaming, counterboring, spotfacing and more.

“The new catalog was designed as a reference tool to demonstrate all of the custom manufacturing capabilities we have to offer,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager. “It also tells the story of the dedicated employees we are fortunate to have who make Boker’s a successful and long-standing partner.”

For more information on Boker’s or to request a calendar, please visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100 and ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2019 100th Anniversary Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s 2019 Scheduling Calendar Now Available

Boker’s 2019 Scheduling Calendar
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Minneapolis, MN—October 29, 2018—Boker’s, Inc., manufacturing precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims for over one hundred years, announces the availability of its 2019 scheduling calendar. This easy-to-navigate 15-month complimentary calendar provides a comprehensive at-a-glance view of the 65-week scheduling guide, including boldly identified Sundays and holidays in red.

Boker’s is committed to offering convenient tools for industry professionals’ diverse needs, based on a century of stamping industry experience. In addition to easy date-finding, the dual-sided calendar offers a handy metric conversion chart that provides decimal and millimeter equivalents for common measurements ranging from 1/64 to 1 inch and .1 to 100 mm.

Boker’s dual-sided calendar and conversion chart also helps users choose from the company’s inventory of more than 32,000 non-standard flat washer stock tool sizes with outside diameters of 0.080″ to 5.140″ and a wide variety of inside diameters. Customers can choose from a wide variety of sizes, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic.

Boker’s also satisfies complex, precision stamping applications up to 12″ in diameter and material thickness from .005″ to .190″ (varies by material). With over 2,000 stock material options, Boker’s can produce custom stamping, washer, spacer and shim requirements in short, medium or long runs. In addition, Boker’s provides a dedicated quality-assurance department to ensure products meet strict customer criteria, coupled with fast delivery to make sure that parts are delivered on time.

For more information on Boker’s or to request a calendar, please visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, Stamping Brochure or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

 

Boker’s Adds Over 500 New Sizes to Comprehensive Washer Offerings

Minneapolis, MN—September 25, 2018—Boker’s, Inc. has added 512 new flat washer sizes to its extensive offering. These additions expand its production capacity for a wide range of applications and industries. With the addition of new sizes, Boker’s offers an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer, spacer and shim sizes with no tooling charge.

“Boker’s specializes in manufacturing non-standard flat washers, spacers and shims made to the customer’s exact specifications,” said Tony Kersey, Boker’s Communications Director.” With the addition of new sizes, we can offer a vast number of custom-built solutions.”

Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult to find material options. The company also provides a comprehensive range of sizes, including outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 12.00 inches with a wide range of inside diameters as well. Offering flexible production quantities, Boker’s can accommodate short-, medium- and long-runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic materials include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

To learn more about Boker’s washers, visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, Stamping Brochure or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Announces Expansion of Manufacturing Facilities

Minneapolis, MN—July 10, 2018—Boker’s, a metal stamping manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, announces the expansion of their manufacturing facilities in response to their growing customer needs. The expansion project began in March 2018 and is projected to be completed by December 2018.

Boker’s manufacturing facilities are currently housed in nearly 100,000 square feet of buildings. The newly acquired building, adjacent to their current facility, will add an additional 66,500 square feet of manufacturing space.

“We have a diverse customer base with a presence in most every industry,” said Mark Kersey, Vice President at Boker’s. “With both industries and customers evolving, we continue to adapt to meet their needs and service them. We will be able to streamline our workflow process and add more capacity with the new space as product diversification continues to grow.”

“Since 1919, Boker’s has expanded their manufacturing space every 8 years,” said Kersey. “This new expansion nearly doubles our manufacturing space allowing us to design the shop floor for the future by adding new capabilities as our customers’ needs continue to evolve.”

“The renovation has been going seamlessly, and we will continue to deliver timely quality products and services to our customers throughout the process,” said Tony Kersey, Communications Director.

Boker’s has over 32,000 stock tools for immediate availability to manufacture non-standard flat washers, spacers and shims from over 2,000 commonly used and hard to find materials. In addition, Boker’s has the expertise and capacity to provide quality, custom precision metal stampings.

For more information on Boker’s, please visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, Stamping Brochure or sample pack, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Made-to-Order Stampings and Washers for Recreational Vehicle Manufacturers

Minneapolis, MN—April 2nd, 2018—Boker’s, a metal stamping manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, expands its capabilities for stampings and washers in recreational vehicle applications.

“The recreational vehicle industry is rapidly growing and constantly adapting to riders’ specific needs and changing terrains,” said Tony Kersey, Communications Director. “As design engineers evolve and develop new products and concepts for recreational vehicles, the process will often require custom metal stampings.”

Boker’s stampings, washers, spacers and shims can be used in a variety of recreational vehicle applications such as watercrafts, motorhomes, motor bikes, side by sides and ATVs. Boker’s products are commonly used in various applications throughout the build of recreational vehicles: transmissions, drivetrain and seat assemblies, floats, enclosures, brackets, vibration dampening and suspension systems, just to name a few.

Boker’s has over 32,000 stock tools for immediate availability to manufacture non-standard flat washers, spacers and shims from over 2,000 commonly used and hard to find materials. In addition, Boker’s has the expertise and capacity to provide quality, custom precision metal stampings. Flat blanking and piercings are available in a complete range of sizes up to 12 inches by 12 inches, metal forming in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ (varies by material) and draws up to 3 inches deep and 8 inches in diameter.

For more information on Boker’s stampings and washers for recreational vehicle applications, please visit, bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Custom D-Washers Available From Boker’s

Minneapolis, MN—March 1, 2018—Boker’s, a manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, is the leading stamping manufacturer of application specific D-washers.

D-washers get their name based on the “D” shape that is created by having a flat edge on either the OD, the ID or a combination of both. D-washers provide a flat bearing surface and are used under the head of a bolt and / or a nut to disperse loads as well as prevent the washer from turning in the application. They are generally mounted with the flat edge of the washer facing a flat surface or recessed hole.

Many applications require D-washers and they are used in many industries such as automotive, marine, aerospace, medical and countless more. “D-washers, also referred to as clipped washers, are generally used in applications where space limitations do not allow the use of a flat round washer, as well as when keeping an assembly stationary is required,” said Chuck Kersey, Assistant Sales Manager.

Boker’s maintains over 32,000 stock tools for flat round washers, spacers and shims without tool charges. You can choose from a wide variety of sizes, thicknesses and materials, including non-metallic to suit your application. With outside diameters of 0.080″ to 5.140″ and a wide variety of inside diameters, you have millions of flat and specialty washer possibilities.

Boker’s D-washers are custom produced in short, medium and long runs with fast delivery, minimal tool cost and 3D prototypes available. For your application specific quote please submit your specifications by using our fast quote form.

To learn more about Boker’s D-washers, visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Customized C-Washers Available from Boker’s

Minneapolis, MN—February 1, 2018—Boker’s, a manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, offers a wide variety of custom C-washers to its customers. C-washers obtain their name for being in the shape of a “C” as they have a slot cut from the center to the perimeter allowing the washer to be removed, replaced or inserted without completely removing the fasteners.

C-washers are designed to slide in and out of position on a bolt or shaft in a partially completed assembly. They can also be used as a retention device on a grooved shaft to keep components in place. C-washers can be quickly inserted, repositioned or removed without having to disconnect the fastener, which increases productivity.

“Boker’s C-washers are customizable and manufactured to the exact specifications needed,” said Pete Flodquist, Sales Manager at Boker’s. “With almost a century of experience, Boker’s has developed the most efficient and effective methods for producing complex custom products from progressive dies or single-stage tooling.”

C-washers can be produced in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult to find materials including low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

Boker’s C-washers are custom produced in short, medium, and long runs with fast delivery, minimal tool cost and 3D prototypes available.

To learn more about Boker’s C-washers, visit bokers.com.

About Boker’s

Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of Boker’s 2018 Washers Catalog, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

Boker’s Adds 700 New Sizes to Comprehensive Washer Offerings

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Minneapolis, MN—September 28, 2017—Boker’s, Inc. has added 700 new flat washer sizes to its extensive offering. These additions expand its production capacity for a wide range of applications and industries. With the addition of new sizes, Boker’s now offers an expansive line of over 32,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes with no tooling charge.

“Boker’s prides itself on providing the ultimate customization capabilities to our customers,” said Nick Todora, Boker’s Communications Director. “With the addition of new sizes, we can offer a variety of custom-built solutions, including numerous metallic and non-metallic materials, sizes, thicknesses and production quantities.”

Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult to find material options. The company also provides a comprehensive range of sizes, including outside diameters from 0.030 inches to 12.00 inches with a wide range of inside diameters as well. Offering flexible production quantities, Boker’s can accommodate short, medium and long runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other various shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic washers include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

To learn more about Boker’s washers, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s
Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377, or visit Bokers.com.

 

Boker’s Expands Manufacturing Capabilities for Dome Washers

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Minneapolis, MN—July 25, 2017—Boker’s, a metal stamping manufacturer of precision metal stampings, washers, spacers and shims, expands capabilities for dome washer applications.

Dome washers have a very high load capacity with a small overall deflection; often referred to as a semi-spherical washer, dome washers have the form of a truncated-sphere. Dome washers are commonly used in applications where assemblies need a part to eliminate side play, control rattle, maintain assembly tension, compensate for expansion or contraction in materials after assembly, or to absorb intermittent shock loads and provide a controlled reaction under dynamic loads. These units are economical, occupy little space and generally weigh less than comparable wire springs.

There are many industries that have demand for dome washers such as appliance, automotive, agricultural, electronics, mining, electrical, construction and medical. Boker’s dome washers can be utilized in a variety of applications, including: electronic motors, valve components, automatic door apparatus, and drivetrain assemblies.

To expedite your dome washer order and shorten delivery time, Boker’s has immediate access to over 2,000 commonly specified and hard to find materials including low carbon, cold rolled strip and sheet steel, SAE 1050, 1075 and 1095 spring steel, low alloy steel sheets, brass, copper, nickel silver, beryllium copper, stainless steel and aluminum. Dome washers can be heat treated and plated to meet your exact specifications.

Boker’s can manufacture custom stampings, washers, spacers and shims with an outside diameter from 0.080 inches to 12 inches and material thickness from .005″ to .190″ inches. Boker’s is committed to delivering quality, precise custom dome washers for just about any application need.

To learn more about Boker’s dome washers and stampings, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s
Boker’s, Inc., is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377, or visit Bokers.com.

 

Boker’s Bridges the Design Production Gap with New Prototyping Capabilities

Minneapolis, MN—April 5, 2017—Boker’s now offers additive manufacturing to provide customers with three-dimensional prototypes. Using a Stratasys 3D printer, Boker’s creates quick prototyping of custom designs for 3D washer and stamping models.

“Once a customer’s CAD file has been received, we can provide a 3D printed prototype, to help shorten the development cycle,” Mark Kersey, VP, Boker’s, Inc. “By quickly moving from concept through design and into production, our customers can test parts for accurate form, fit and function prior to producing the actual stamped part.”

Boker’s provides prototypes for a variety of new custom stampings, complex stampings or larger orders to ensure the final stamped part is exactly as expected. Customers review and test prototypes to verify parts are up to specification and make any necessary CAD file adjustments prior to production, avoiding unexpected surprises.  Boker’s can produce prototype parts up to 12 x 10 x 10 inches with a minimum thickness of 0.03 inch. Prototypes are made from an ABS material and come in a variety of color options. Most 3D prototypes are shipped within 48 hours of receipt of approved CAD files.

When it comes to producing the final stamping or washer, Boker’s offers limitless customization options. With over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options, including low-carbon steel, spring steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver, in addition to non-metallic options such as ABS, Nylon, PTFE, Acetal, and NEMA grade laminates, Boker’s is able to quickly turn quality products for many different customer needs. Finishing services available include chrome, nickel and zinc plating, anodizing, polishing, and more.

To request a prototype part for a project or to learn more about Boker’s precision washers and stampings, visit Bokers.com.

About Boker’s
Boker’s, Inc. is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

Boker’s Offers Manufacturing Capabilities for Metallic and Non-metallic Disks

Minneapolis, MN—August 2, 2016—Boker’s is pleased to announce its extensive manufacturing capabilities for metallic and non-metallic disks for spacing and specialized assembly applications.

The widest range of disks to satisfy multiple job requirements

Most commonly known as discs, circles, plates and/or slugs, disks are designed like a flat washer, generally without the center hole, and provide precise space between components or materials in addition to load disbursement. Boker’s disks come in a wide range of sizes, including outside diameters ranging from 0.030 inches to 12 inches, and with material thicknesses ranging from .005″ to .190″ inches to accommodate the widest variety of application requirements.

Over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, and 30,000 disk sizes

Boker’s disks are available in more than 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, including low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver.

Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. Additionally, all of Boker’s 30,000 washer sizes are available without the I.D. hole with no additional tool charge.

“With thousands of material options, Boker’s 30,000 stock washer tools are available without the center hole. Boker’s can provide the exact disk for any application” – Nick Todora, Marketing Manager at Boker’s.

A commitment to customer service that is unmatched in the industry

Boker’s industry knowledge and customer service dedication is world class, including “Just-In-Time” (J.I.T.) and “Dock-to-Stock” programs which are available, and were created to ensure that their customers’ flexible delivery and stocking requirements are always met.

For more information on Boker’s disks, please visit Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a woman-owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and disks. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

 

Boker’s Expands Manufacturing Capabilities for Finishing Washers

Minneapolis, MN—May 9, 2016—Boker’s has expanded its manufacturing capabilities to produce custom finishing washers, giving assembly applications a more precise, high-quality look and complete finish. Finishing washers, also referred to as countersunk washers, provide a flush surface and are custom manufactured in several common styles including: 90 degree, angle, flanged, un-flanged and rolled flange.

In addition to achieving a secure finished appearance and fit for fasteners, finishing washers offer additional functionalities, including: locking, sealing, insulating, load distribution, added strength and rigidity. This provides a safeguard for continuous performance.

Finishing washers assure a lasting bond that can be easily unfastened for repair without damage to the substrate. When a proof of concept for a specific design is needed, Boker’s has 3D printing model capabilities.

For complete customization, Boker’s offers a wide range of metallic materials such as low-carbon steel, spring steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Finishing services include chrome, nickel and zinc plating, anodizing, polishing, plus more.

With a commitment to fast delivery and world-class customer service, Boker’s “Just-In-Time” (J.I.T.) and “Dock-to-Stock” programs meet flexible delivery and stocking requirements. In case of an urgent requirement, orders can also be expedited for even faster delivery. Orders require a minimum production run of 100 pieces, which is optimal for prototype production and short run applications.

For more information on Boker’s finishing washers and stampings, please visit Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

 

 

Boker’s Expands Capabilities for Stampings and Washers in Medical Applications

Minneapolis, MN—February 9, 2016—With ongoing investments in manufacturing equipment, technology and process improvement, Boker’s offering of made-to-order stampings and washers for medical applications continues to grow. From medical beds and furniture to I.V. components and pacemakers, Boker’s stampings and washers are ideal for a wide range of medical equipment and devices.

To accommodate medical applications, Boker’s stampings and washers are available in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options, including medical standard stainless steel, titanium and non-metallic materials such as ABS, PTFE and PDVF. Boker’s offers over 29,000 non-standard flat washer and spacer sizes without tooling charges.

Boker’s stampings and washers can be used in a variety of medical applications, including:

  • Medical beds, carts and wheelchairs
  • I.V. delivery components
  • Therapy equipment, such as harnesses, braces, prosthetics and wearables
  • Pacemakers
  • Internal monitoring and testing instruments
  • Microelectronics calibration equipment
  • More

With a commitment to fast delivery and superior customer service, Boker’s “Just-In-Time” (J.I.T.) and “Dock-to-Stock” programs meet flexible delivery and stocking requirements. In case of an urgent requirement, orders can also be expedited for even faster delivery. Orders require a minimum production run of 100 pieces, which is optimal for medical device prototype production and short run applications.

For additional information, please visit: Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 registered manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. Contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit: Bokers.com

 

Boker’s Valve Shim Stacks Offer Superior Finishing Capabilities

Minneapolis, MN—December 8, 2015—Boker’s Inc. valve shim stacks offer superior finishing capabilities to accommodate a wide range of recreational, automotive and industrial applications. Boker’s precise, smooth finishing design ensures the shim stacks work together effectively and efficiently to dampen suspension movement. With over 95 years of experience-tested and made-to-order manufacturing capabilities, Boker’s Inc. valve shim stacks are precisely manufactured to unique customer specifications with fast delivery turnarounds.

Boker’s valve shim stacks feature exact, consistent thicknesses, inside diameters and outside diameters. Shims can be custom manufactured with outside diameters from 0.080″ to 12″ and material thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ to satisfy virtually any shim stack application, ranging from simple to complex.

To ensure reliable performance, shim stacks are heat treated to operate in temperatures exceeding 500 degrees without losing strength. Boker’s shims are used to achieve precise spacing or to fill space between mismatched components, ensuring continuous operation.

Boker’s valve shim stacks are available in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options. Metallic material options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates.

For additional information, please visit: Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 registered manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. Contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit: Bokers.com

 

Boker’s Adds 745 New Sizes to Comprehensive Washer Offering

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Minneapolis, MN—August 18, 2015—Boker’s, Inc. has added 745 new flat washer sizes to its extensive offering. These additions expand its production capacity for a wide range of applications and industries. With the addition of new sizes, Boker’s now offers an expansive line of over 28,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes. “Boker’s prides itself on providing the ultimate customization capabilities to our customers,” said Nick Todora, Communications Director, Boker’s. “With the addition of new sizes, we can offer a variety of custom-built solutions, including numerous metallic and non-metallic materials, sizes, thicknesses and production quantities.” Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult to find material options with no tooling charges. The company also provides a comprehensive range of sizes, including outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 12.00 inches with a wide range of inside diameters as well. Offering flexible production quantities, Boker’s can accommodate short, medium and long runs with fast delivery turnarounds. In addition to flat washers, other various shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic washers include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics. For additional information about Boker’s washers, please visit Bokers.com. Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stamping, washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the 2015 Washer Catalog or 2015 Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

 

Boker’s 2015 Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure Now Available

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Minneapolis, MN—June 3, 2015—Boker’s Inc. announces its signature sample pack and Total Service Brochure are now available. This complimentary guide details the company’s qualifications along with a sampling of its comprehensive washer options.

Boker’s sample pack includes a variety of washer sizes and styles, including a D washer, tab washer, special shaped washer, dome shaped washer and notched washer. Samples include both metallic and non-metallic materials. With extensive washer offerings and customization capabilities, the sample pack exhibits Boker’s ability to manufacture washers that meet specific application requirements.

Along with the washer sampling, Boker’s sample pack includes its Total Service Brochure. Detailing the company’s complete range of products and services, the brochure includes Boker’s stampings, secondary operations, quality assurance capabilities and certifications. It also highlights its fast turnarounds and specialty delivery programs, such as Dock-to-Stock and Just-in-Time.

To satisfy diverse applications, Boker’s can accommodate standard or non-standard flat washer orders in short, medium or long runs, with no tooling charges. With over 29,000 flat washer sizes, 2,000 material options, including metallic and non-metallic, and extensive custom manufacturing operations, Boker’s offers millions of washer possibilities.

For more information, please visit: Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings, washers, spacers and shims. To request a complimentary Sample Pack and Total Service Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit bokers.com.

 

Boker’s, Inc. Expands Capabilities for Made-to-Order Stampings and Washers for Cabinet and Furniture Manufacturers


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Minneapolis, MN—April 10, 2015–Over the past year, Boker’s has continued to invest in manufacturing equipment, technology and process improvement for increasing effectiveness for cabinet and furniture component production. With new finishing and production equipment, and enhanced tool room capabilities, Boker’s can accommodate a wide range of application specifications with fast delivery turnarounds.

This expansion improves Boker’s offering of made-to-order stampings and washers for cabinet, woodworking or furniture manufacturing and assembly applications. With over 95 years of experience, Boker’s provides stamping solutions for all furniture categories, including hospitality, marine, healthcare, office, educational and institutional.

Boker’s extensive stamping capabilities can accommodate diverse assembly applications and installation requirements, such as mounts, brackets, slides, hinge plates, hardware and more. Flat blanking and piercings are available in a complete range of sizes up to 12 inches by 12 inches, metal forming in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ and draws up to 3 inches deep and 8 inches in diameter.

Boker’s offers over 29,000 non-standard flat washer and spacer sizes without tooling charges. Washers are also available in a diverse selection of styles and shapes, including flat washers, tab washers, fender washers and chemically resistant washers.

Washers and stampings are available in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options. Metallic material options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. With quick delivery turnarounds and millions of washer and stamping possibilities, Boker’s delivers custom washer and stamping solutions for cabinet and furniture applications.

For additional information, please visit: http://www.bokers.com/cabinet-furniture-components

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. Contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit: Bokers.com

 

Boker’s Unveils New Website Featuring Interactive Washer and Stamping Specification Tools


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Minneapolis, MN—January 12, 2015—Boker’s, Inc. announces its new website which features two interactive specification tools. Designed to enhance product specification and quote efficiency, the new tools are now available on the new Bokers.com.

The Search Washer Widget allows users to identify optimal washer tools best suited for their specific application from over 29,000 available flat washer tools. With the ability to sort their search by outside diameter, inside diameter or thickness, users can obtain specific non-standard flat washer sizes instantly.

The Stamping Quick Quote Widget expedites the quote process by offering an easy request for quote (RFQ) submittal. This easy-to-use form ensures that all necessary information is included upfront including: material type, secondary operations, quantities, and electronic blueprint upload to provide a fast and accurate quote.

“We realize the importance of providing design engineers and purchasing departments with multiple options to gather the information needed to get their job done more efficiently,” said Andy Tscholl, Sales Manager, Boker’s Inc. “We are committed to offering solutions like our new specification tools, which streamline washer and stamping specification, providing faster turnaround and greater accuracy.”

In addition to the specification tools, Boker’s new website also offers several other resources for users, including:

Try the Search Washer Widget and Stamping Quick Quote Widget today on the new Bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. Contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit Bokers.com.

 

 

Boker’s Expands Washer Offering With 737 New Sizes to Enhance Production Capacity

Minneapolis, MN—August 26, 2014—Boker’s, Inc. has added 737 new flat washer sizes to its offering to further accommodate a large range of applications and industries. This addition significantly enhances Boker’s customization capabilities, offering an expansive line of over 28,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes.

“With the addition of new sizes, Boker’s has the ability to increase production and customization options, allowing us to meet the diverse application specifications of our customers,” said Andy Tscholl, Sales Manager, Boker’s.

Boker’s non-standard precision washers are manufactured in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult to find material options with no tooling charges. The company also provides a comprehensive range of sizes, including outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 12.00 inches with a wide range of inside diameters as well. Offering flexible production quantities, Boker’s can accommodate short, medium and long runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other various shapes and styles are available in metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic washers include low-carbon steel sheet, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS,

For additional information about Boker’s washers, please visit: www.bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s 2014 Washer Catalog or 2014 Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

 

Boker’s Inc., Stamping and Washer Specialists, Enhances Production Capacity for Long Runs

Minneapolis, MN–July 25, 2014–Boker’s, Inc., has expanded their stamping and washer production capabilities to ensure quick turnaround on long runs. With high-volume production runs of over one million washers, and 95 years of experience in precision metal stamping production, Boker’s can meet standard or custom design requirements while  ensuring fast delivery.

Boker’s expansion of stamping and washer production capabilities includes the addition of high-capacity finishing equipment to increase productivity on short, medium and long runs. Boker’s offers 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials such as low-carbon steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver.

“Our customers have long depended on Boker’s to provide short and medium quality stamping and washer runs with quick turnarounds,” said William Tedlund, Chairman of the Board, Boker’s, Inc. “With our expanded capabilities, we not only satisfy any design specification, but also any quantity—including long, custom-made runs—on tight delivery schedules.”

Boker’s provides endless washer possibilities; with over 28,000 non-standard washers in sizes ranging from 0.080-inches to 12-inches outside diameter and a wide variety of inside diameter choices. Flat washers and custom shapes such as tab and notched washers can be created to meet exact design specifications. To satisfy complex, precision stamping applications, Boker’s extensive stamping capabilities encompass sizes up to 12 inches x 12 inches, in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ inches and draws up to 3 inches deep and 8 inches in diameter.

To learn more about Boker’s stamping and washer capabilities, visit: www.bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s 2014 Washer Catalog or 2014 Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call or (TOLL-FREE) or visit http://www.bokers.com/information_request.

 

BOKER’S ANNOUNCES COMPREHENSIVE SPACER CAPABILITIES

Minneapolis, MN—March 20, 2014—Boker’s Inc. announces its extensive manufacturing capabilities of spacers to accommodate a wide range of applications across virtually any industry.

With an expansive line of spacers, Boker’s offers a selection of over 28,000 non-standard spacer sizes with no tooling charges. Customized spacers are also available in a wide range of thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ inches, outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 12 inches and a substantial range of inside diameters. For flexible production, Boker’s can also handle small, medium and long runs with fast delivery turnaround.

In addition to multiple spacer sizes and shapes, Boker’s offers a diverse selection of materials. Material choices include over 2,000 metallic or non-metallic options, low-carbon sheet steel, various super alloys, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and NEMA grade laminates.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S MANUFACTURES CUSTOM WASHERS AND STAMPINGS FOR THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

Minneapolis, MN—January 13, 2014—Boker’s, Inc. announces that its extensive manufacturing of custom washers and stampings accommodates nearly any aerospace and aviation application. Those applications include avionics, flight control systems, airframes, engines, hydraulic, pneumatic and other aviation equipment that require specific, unique specifications.

Customized stampings and washers not only meet diverse applications, but they also meet the highest quality standards in the aerospace industry. Boker’s, Inc. has qualified for the SAE Aerospace Quality Standard AS9100, the highest international measure of quality and safety in the aviation, space and defense industries.

Custom washers are available in outside diameters ranging from .080 inches to 12 inches. Boker’s custom stamping offering includes flat blanking and piercings in sizes up to 12″x 12”, metal forming in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ and draws up to 3″deep and 8″in diameter. Material choices include 2,000 metallic or non-metallic options, low-carbon sheet steel, various super alloys, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and NEMA grade laminates.

Boker’s also provides over 28,000 non-standard washers and spacers that can be manufactured to suit multiple aerospace products with no tooling charges. Combined with a variety of washer and spacer customization options—including size, thickness, metallic and non-metallic materials, and production levels—millions of possibilities are available.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S WASHER OPTIONS INCLUDE OUTSIDE DIAMETERS OF UP TO 12 INCHES

Minneapolis, MN—September 19, 2013—Boker’s, Inc. announces that its extensive capabilities include extended washer sizes up to 12 inches in diameter. This is part of Boker’s wide offering, which provides washers and spacers to accommodate the largest range of applications across any industry.

Boker’s capabilities include flat washers and custom shapes such as tab and notched washers that are created to meet your exact specifications. Sizes range from 0.080-inch to 12-inch outside diameters and substantial inside diameter choices, providing endless washer possibilities.

Large washers are available in numerous metallic and non-metallic materials, thicknesses and production quantities that include prototype or production runs. Metallic options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various phenolics. Washer thicknesses can range from 0.005″ to .190″ inches. Production can be completed with fast turnaround times for prompt shipping.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S ADDS 608 NEW WASHER SIZES TO EXPAND ITS VAST OFFERING

Minneapolis, MN—July 22, 2013—To expand its extensive production capacity and further accommodate the largest range of applications and industries, Boker’s, Inc. has added 608 new flat washer sizes to its offering. These new sizes increase the company’s expansive line of 27,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes. This addition provides the ultimate customization capability. Custom-built options include numerous metallic and non-metallic materials, sizes, thicknesses and production quantities, all of which provide millions of washer possibilities.

Washers are manufactured to exact specifications in over 2,000 material options and no tooling charges, and the comprehensive size range includes outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 5.140 inches and a substantial range of inside diameters. Boker’s production is also flexible, offering long, medium and short runs with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, other various shapes and styles are available in multiple metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic washers include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various phenolics. For additional information about washer options, visit www.bokers.com/washers.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S OFFERS A WIDE SELECTION OF RECTANGULAR WASHERS

Minneapolis, MN—June 26, 2013—Boker’s, Inc. announces that its vast manufacturing capabilities include non-standard square and rectangular washers that can be custom made with a variety of materials and sizes to suit multiple application requirements. These non-standard square and rectangle flat washers cover a range up to 12″ x 12″ with thicknesses from .005″ to .135″.

The square and rectangular washers complement diverse fastening applications. With their flat sides, square and rectangular washers are designed to prevent rotation and fit in restricted spaces that do not accommodate round washers. They are commonly used in construction, machinery, and automotive applications.

Boker’s manufactures square and rectangular washers to customer specifications, offering options in more than 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, including metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic material selections include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates.

Manufactured to order, with quick delivery turnarounds, Boker’s offers endless washer possibilities to suit a wide range of application needs. For additional information on square and rectangular washers, visit /squarewashers.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S INCREASES OFFERING TO INCLUDE 750 NEW WASHER SIZES

Minneapolis, MN—August 21, 2012—Boker’s announces that its extensive flat washer offering now includes 750 new sizes to accommodate the largest range of applications and industries. The addition of these new sizes increases the company’s already expansive line of 26,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes for unparalleled customization capabilities.

Along with a comprehensive range of sizes, featuring outside diameters from 0.080 inches to 5.140 inches, washers are manufactured to exact specifications in over 2,000 material options and no tooling charges. To further satisfy application requirements, Boker’s offers millions of washer possibilities in long, medium and short runs, with fast delivery turnarounds.

In addition to flat washers, Boker’s manufactures a variety of washer shapes and styles that are available in a wide range of metallic and non-metallic materials, providing a specifically engineered solution for virtually any environment and application. Metallic options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various phenolics.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S MANUFACTURERS CUSTOM WASHERS AND STAMPINGS FOR THE APPLIANCE MARKET

Minneapolis, MN—July 12, 2012—Boker’s, Inc. announces its ability to custom manufacture washer and stamping solutions for virtually any appliance application. With over 90 years of experience, Boker’s washers and stampings offer an ideal solution in diverse appliances, including air conditioning units, ventilation hoods, washing machines, dryers and many more—meeting appliance manufactures’ exact specifications.

Washers are available with outside diameters ranging from 0.080″ to 12″, a variety of inside diameters, a wide range of thicknesses and in over 26,000 non-standard flat washer and spacer sizes. Boker’s also offers a diverse selection of styles and shapes. With options including flat washers, lock washers, fender washers and chemically resistant washers, they can easily fit a variety of appliance assemblies.

Boker’s extensive stamping offering includes flat blanking and piercings in a complete range of sizes up to 12″ x 12″, metal forming in thicknesses from .005″ to .190″ and draws up to 3″ deep and 8″ in diameter. This versatility makes Boker’s stampings ideal for various appliance applications, such as guards, supports, housings, mounts, brackets and more.

Washers and stampings are available in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options. Metallic material options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. With quick delivery turnarounds and millions of washer and stamping possibilities, Boker’s delivers custom solutions for appliance applications.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S MANUFACTURERS CUSTOM SHIMS FOR DIVERSE INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS

Minneapolis, MN—May 1, 2012—Boker’s, Inc. announces its extensive offering of shims, in a variety of sizes and materials to meet diverse industry needs. Used to achieve precise spacing or fill space between mismatched components, shims are a critical component to a variety of assembly operations and applications.

For ideal performance and suitability, shims can be custom manufactured to meet exact specification, with outside diameters from 0.080″ to 12″ and material thicknesses from 0.005″ to 0.190″, to accommodate virtually any application requirement, from the simplest of applications to the most complex.

Boker’s offers shims in the widest selection of materials—over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials. Metallics include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. Further, with their dedicated quality assurance and fast turnarounds, Boker’s ensures shims meet strict criteria and are delivered on time.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

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BOKER’S OFFERS STAR WASHERS IN A WIDE SELECTION OF SIZES AND MATERIALS

Minneapolis, MN—April 4, 2012—Boker’s, Inc. announces that its expansive manufacturing capabilities include non-standard star washers in a wide variety of materials and sizes to suit virtually any application requirement. With outside diameters available from .500 inches to 6.000 inches, multiple inside diameters and a range of thickness options, star washers compliment diverse fastening applications.

Star washers are a specific type of washer designed to increase locking force by resisting torque applied by the nut, preventing it from unscrewing or separating. Featuring either internal or external tabs, star washers offer greater application suitability. Internal tabs run along the inside diameter, while external options have tabs located on the outer diameter for superior locking capabilities—making them ideal for applications that require continuous reliability.

Boker’s manufactures star washers to customer specifications, offering options in more than 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, including metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic material selections include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. Manufactured to order, with quick delivery turnarounds, Boker’s offers endless washer possibilities to suit a wide range of application needs. For additional information on star washers, visit www.bokers.com/star_washers.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S OFFERS METRIC WASHERS IN 2,000 MATERIALS

Minneapolis, MN—January 26, 2012—Boker’s, Inc. announces metric washers are available in 2,000 materials. Via their easy-to-navigate website, users can browse Boker’s extensive flat washer offering in either millimeters or inches for enhanced application compatibility and ordering convenience.

Through Boker’s online search tool, users can mandate washer criteria by selecting the appropriate unit of measurement and material, as well as designate inside/outside diameters and a thickness range. Metric washer searches can be expedited by narrowing the company’s vast washer selection to sizes appropriate for specific applications. With washers available in outside diameters ranging from 2.03 mm to 130.55 mm and a variety of inside diameters and thicknesses, clients can select the ideal metric washer for virtually any application. Along with their helpful conversion chart featured on the back of their 2012 Calendar and Boker’s new metric edition of the 2012 Washer Catalog, the website offers another useful, yet simple, avenue for clients to order metric washers.

Manufactured in over 26,000 non-standard flat washer and spacer sizes and with over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find material options, Boker’s provides metric washers to clients’ exact specifications. Metallic material options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. With quick turnarounds and millions of washer possibilities, Boker’s offers washer solutions to suit a wide range of applications.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

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BOKER’S NOW OFFERS STANDARD WASHERS IN NUMEROUS SIZES, MATERIALS AND QUANTITIES

Minneapolis, MN—September 7, 2011—Boker’s, Inc announces their comprehensive washer offering includes standard washers in multiple sizes and materials, providing ideal solutions for versatile fastener industry applications. With the company’s extensive manufacturing capabilities and increased washer capacity, Boker’s offers standard flat washers in short, medium and long runs, with outside diameters ranging from 0.081 inches to 5.000 inches, plus numerous inside diameter and thickness options.

Offering custom modifications to meet individual application needs, Boker’s broad washer collection includes a wide range of options, such as standard wrought washers, U.S.S. flat washers, S.A.E. flat washers, fender washers, machine screw washers, A.N.S.I. metric plain washers and A.N.S.I. B18.22.1 American standard type A and type B washers. Boker’s standard washers are flat, tumbled, deburred and can be heat-treated or plated for your specifications.

Standard washers are available in over 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials with numerous approved vendors for heat treating and plating. Metallic material options include, but not limited to, low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. With over 25,000 stock tools, fast turnarounds and infinite washer possibilities, Boker’s manufactures cost-effective, customized solutions for virtually any application.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

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BOKER’S ANNOUNCES TAB WASHERS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

Minneapolis, MN—May 17, 2011—Boker’s, Inc. announces that tab washers, offered in a wide variety of sizes and materials, are now available as part of their washer manufacturing capability. Tab washer sizes include outside diameters ranging from .080 inches to 6.000 inches, in addition to multiple inside diameter and thickness options, allowing tab washer compatibility with all types of nuts, bolts and other fastening systems. Boker’s manufactures numerous configurations of tab washers including: internal tab, external tab, internal/external tab, multiple internal/external tab, and locking tab washers.

Tab washers are a type of lock washer, round in shape and often manufactured with a single tab or multiple tabs that can be formed to shape around bolts/nuts or designed to lay flat. Ideal for use in harsh environments, tab washers effectively lock a part into place in applications requiring extreme heat conditions or heavy vibrations.

Boker’s custom manufactures tab washers to customer specifications, offering tab washers in 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, including metallic and non-metallic materials. Metallic material options include low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. With quick turnarounds and millions of washer possibilities, Boker’s offers washer solutions to suit a wide range of application needs.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

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BOKER’S OFFERS CHEMICALLY RESISTANT WASHERS AND SPACERS

Minneapolis, MN—April 14, 2011—Boker’s, Inc. announces washers and spacers made from a variety of chemically resistant materials. Many harsh environments require washers to withstand a variety of chemicals and abrasive, corrosive, high purity, or viscous fluids. Depending on the specific chemical, temperature and application, a variety of materials may be suitable. Boker’s chemically resistant products provide manufacturers with quick access to washers and spacers fit for their specific applications. Popular chemically resistant washer materials include ABS, polyethylene, polypropylene, PTFE and PVC, PVDF.

For detailed information on Boker’s chemical resistant washers please visit: www.bokers.com/chemical_resistant

Boker’s chemically resistant washers and spacers are used in a variety of industries such as and not limited to agriculture, semiconductor, medical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, automotive and aerospace.

Chemically resistant washers are shipped with REACH compliance documentation when requested. REACH is the European Community Regulation involving the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemical substances. Most chemically resistant washers are REACH compliant, depending upon the specific material specification.

In addition to chemically resistant materials—and over 2,000 total material variations—Boker’s provides endless washer and spacer possibilities with 25,000 non-standard flat washer and spacer sizes available without tooling charges. Outside diameters range from 0.08″ to 5.140″, and washers and spacers are available in a broad variety of inside diameters and thicknesses.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

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BOKER’S ANNOUNCES FENDER WASHERS AVAILABLE IN A BROAD RANGE OF SIZES AND MATERIALS

Minneapolis, MN—August 24, 2010— Boker’s, Inc. announces that the company’s extensive washer selection includes fender washers, available in a wide variety of sizes and materials. Fender washers are offered with outside diameters ranging from 0.081 inches to 5.000 inches, plus numerous inside diameter and thickness options. With ready access to more than 2,000 commonly specified and difficult-to-find materials, Boker’s delivers fender washers in materials including low-carbon sheet steel, various spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallic material options include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade laminates. These fender washer sizes are easily accessible by searching for specific outside or inside diameters at bokers.com/fender_washers.

A fender washer, though similar in shape to a standard washer, differs in that the outside diameter is traditionally much larger in proportion to the center hole. With this design, a fender washer can be placed under the head of a bolt or nut to help distribute forces applied when tightening. Its oversized outside diameter also provides more bearing surface for the load of the fastener—distributing the load further on soft or thin materials. Fender washers are commonly used in automotive, sheet metal, plumbing and electrical applications.

Boker’s complete offering of fender washers includes a selection of over 8,968 sizes and 2,000 metallic and non-metallic materials—all offered with no tooling charges. With quick turnarounds and millions of washer possibilities, Boker’s offers washer solutions to suit the widest range of application needs.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S DELIVERS NON-STANDARD FLAT WASHERS IN A WIDE RANGE OF NON-METALLIC MATERIALS

Minneapolis, MN—June 30, 2010—Boker’s, Inc. announces that the company’s non-standard flat washers are available in a variety of non-metallic materials and over 5,000 sizes—all offered with no tooling charges. These sizes include miniature washers with outside diameters of 0.080 inches and range up to outside diameters of 5.000 inches. A broad selection of inside diameters and thicknesses are also available, and Boker’s can produce washers in custom sizes to meet exact specifications.

Boker’s has ready access to a diverse variety of non-metallic materials, such as ABS, acetal, PVC, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyolefins, polimide films, and various NEMA grade laminates. Supplier material certifications or certificates of compliance are provided for these materials upon request. Quick turnaround on small, medium and large washer orders is possible due to Boker’s “Just-in-Time”and “Dock-to-Stock”programs.

The company’s 2010 Washer Catalog and website, www.bokers.com, provide easy access to a full listing of tools available for non-metallic washer requests. These resources also outline Boker’s complete offering of washers and spacers, which includes a selection of 25,000 sizes and 2,000 metallic and non-metallic materials.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S ENHANCES METAL STAMPING CAPABILITIES WITH NEW STAMPING PRESS FOR PROGRESSIVE TOOLING

Minneapolis, MN—February 22, 2010—Boker’s, Inc. announces they have added a new 150-ton press that enhances the company’s comprehensive metal stamping capabilities. The stamping press performs progressive tooling, accomplishing multiple operations—including stamping, blanking, piercing and forming—at once, decreasing secondary operations and lead times.

Along with improving productivity through progressive tooling, the press offers increased capacity for long production runs. It features a 12-inch feeder and is capable of 200 strokes per minute—easily fulfilling complex, high volume stamping orders for the automotive, electronics, aerospace and medical markets.

Boker’s precision stampings are manufactured in a wide variety of sizes, including flat blanking and piercings up to 12″ x 12″, thicknesses from .005″ to .190″, and draws of up to 3″ deep and 8″ in diameter. With over 90 years of experience, Boker’s provides superior metal stampings selected from more than 2,000 materials available. The company’s world-class manufacturing goals—such as complete Statistical Process Control (S.P.C.) capability, in-house and wire EDM tooling, “Just-In-Time”and “Dock-To-Stock”programs, and ISO 9001 certified status—ensure the highest level of quality in all metal stampings produced.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S ADDS 665 NEW WASHER SIZES TO THEIR PRODUCT LINE

Minneapolis, MN—August 31, 2009—Boker’s, Inc., announces 665 new washer sizes are now available. The new sizes join the company’s line of 23,000 non-standard washer and spacer sizes to effectively provide endless solutions for a broad range of application requirements. Washers are available without tooling charges in short, medium or long runs.

With more than 90 years of industry experience, Boker’s provides miniature washer sizes with outside diameters as small as 0.080″. For applications requiring larger sizes, possibilities are available with ODs up to 12″. Washers are offered in a choice of more than 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials, including low carbon sheet steel, five types of spring steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver. Non-metallics—such as ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, PTFE, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene, and various phenolics—are also available.

Customers can obtain the exact washers or spacers they need in five days or less. For an immediate quote visit www.bokers.com.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S OFFERS 5,000 NON-STANDARD FLAT WASHER SIZES SPECIFICALLY AVAILABLE FOR NON-METALLIC MATERIALS, WITH NO TOOLING CHARGES

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Boker’s, Inc. announces non-standard flat washers—in a wide variety of non-metallic materials—now come in 5,000 sizes. Plus, these difficult-to-find washers are available with no tooling charges. Boker’s, with 90 years of industry experience, inventories or has immediate access to a large variety of non-metallic materials, including ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, nylon MD, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene, and various phenolics. Certificates of compliance or Supplier material certifications of these materials are available upon request. Additionally, Boker’s just-in-time and dock-to-stock programs ensure fast stocking and delivery of small, medium or large orders

Boker’s offers washers with outside diameters ranging from 0.080 to 5.140 inches and a wide variety of inside diameters and thicknesses. Along with the 5,000 sizes, custom sizes can be made to exact specifications. A complete listing of the tools available for non-metallic requests, as well as additional materials, can be easily referenced via Boker’s simple-to-use washer catalog and website.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S ADDS 800 NEW WASHER SIZES

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Minneapolis, MN—September 9, 2008—Boker’s, a manufacturer of washers and stampings with 90 years of experience, has added 800 sizes to their expansive product offering. With this addition, non-standard washers and spacers are now available without tooling charge in more than 22,800 sizes and offered in a choice of more than 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials, including low carbon sheet steel, five types of spring steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver, as well as non-metallics including nylon.

This broad variety of sizes encompasses miniature washers—as small as 0.080″ in outside diameter—to large washers with ODs up to 5.140″. Customers can simply select a size and specify a material and quantity at www.bokers.com. A wide range of metallic and non-metallic materials, paired with quality manufacturing and fast delivery ensures Boker’s meets the most challenging application requirements in aerospace, medical, automotive, HVAC and many additional industries.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the company’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S INCREASES MANUFACTURING AND TRAINING CAPABILITIES WITH ADDITION OF A NEW FACILITY

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Minneapolis, MN—February 18, 2008—Boker’s, Inc. announces the addition of a new manufacturing and training facility, located on the company’s Minneapolis headquarters campus. This expansion, which is currently undergoing infrastructure upgrades, will add 23,000 square feet to the company’s current 70,000-square-foot facility.

Boker’s, a manufacturer of quality stampings, washers and spacers, continues to expand manufacturing capacity and advance technology expertise to meet the demands of their diverse clientele. The new building will provide additional office space, company training areas, increased manufacturing, and product storage capacity.

With 89 years of experience in the industry, Boker’s offers a wide selection of washers, spacers and stampings. With over 22,000 washer sizes, a wide range of thicknesses, numerous outside and inside diameters, and over 2,000 materials available, Boker’s delivers millions of washer possibilities with no tooling charges. This new facility will expand these capabilities by housing new capital purchases of the latest stamping technology and manufacturing concepts—allowing further growth of the company’s already-expansive product line.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S NOW OFFERS MINIATURE WASHERS FOR INTRICATE APPLICATIONS, OF 0.080″ OD OR SMALLER.

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Minneapolis, MN—January 22, 2007—Boker’s, Inc. announces that it now offers the production of miniature washers to its availability of custom-specified products. Boker’s miniature washers may be specified smaller than 0.080″ in outside diameter and 0.030″ in inside diameter, with material thickness of 0.005″ and less — making them ideal for the medical design and aircraft industries, or any application involving small parts.

Choose from over 2,000 commonly specified and hard-to-find materials such as low carbon sheet steel, five types of spring steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, nickel silver, titanium and Monel®, and non-metallic materials such as nylon.

Boker’s washers are flat and tumble de-burred and available with heat-treated or plated surfaces. Boker’s can make products to exact specifications, delivered quickly to meet customer stocking requirements.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.

 

BOKER’S NOW OFFERS SUPERALLOYS AMONG OVER 2,000 MATERIAL CHOICES FOR WASHERS AND STAMPINGS.

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Minneapolis, MN—May 17, 2005—Boker’s, Inc. announces the addition of wrought cobalt,iron and nickel-base superalloys to the company’s industry-best selection of over 2,000 washer, spacer and stamping materials. Boker’s features the capabilities to produce short, medium or large run washer and spacer orders in over 19,000 non-standard washer sizes with no tooling charges. The new materials include varieties of Hastelloy, Inconel, Haynes, and Elgiloy™.

Washers and spacers from Boker’s can be manufactured with outside diameters ranging from 0.080″ to 5.140”, plus a full range of metric sizes and large diameter washers. Combined with a variety of inside diameters, thicknesses and materials, Boker’s offers millions of possibilities.

Boker’s, Inc. is a Woman Owned, AS9100/ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of precision stampings and non-standard washers and spacers. To request a complimentary copy of the Boker’s Washer Catalog or Stamping Brochure, contact: Boker’s, Inc., 3104 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55406-1937; call 612-729-9365 or (TOLL-FREE) 800-927-4377 or visit www.bokers.com.