Description

K-O Products Company is a distinguished metal stamping and fabrication firm with a rich history dating back to 1938. Privately held and currently owned by Barbara and Dennis Herrold since 1987, the company has grown from its modest beginnings to become a full-service supplier offering a comprehensive range of capabilities including metal stamping, welding, fabrication, assembly, finishing, packaging, kitting, and labeling—all performed under one roof. Specializing in high-quality, complex, tight tolerance precision metal stamping, K-O Products serves a diverse array of industries such as automotive, appliance, construction, government, industrial, medical, and trucking. The company’s expertise spans from low volume and prototype runs to high volume production in the millions, with a particular strength in medium run stampings supported by in-house tooling to minimize costs. K-O Products prides itself on delivering value-added services such as welding, mixed-material assembly, powder coating, and other finishing processes. Their commitment to quality is underscored by certifications including ISO certification achieved in 1997 and IATF16949:2016 (TS-16949) certification obtained in 2005, reflecting rigorous quality assurance practices like FMEA, APQP, and PPAP. Operating from a 150,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Benton Harbor, Michigan, K-O Products has continuously expanded its operations to meet growing customer demands. The company emphasizes continuous process improvement, cost reduction innovation, and just-in-time inventory management, supported by EDI capabilities. Their mission is to provide products and services of the highest quality at fair prices to maximize growth for all stakeholders. Guided by core values such as integrity, diversity, and service above self, K-O Products fosters strong engineering collaboration, complete tool room support, and a culture dedicated to solving complex manufacturing challenges efficiently and reliably.