STAFFORD
GAGE & TOOL, INC.
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Below you’ll find a collection of some of the questions we get asked most frequently. We have answered these questions concisely as possible. We hope you find the info you’re looking for. If not, get in touch and we will do our best to help you as soon as possible.
CURRENT LEAD TIME SCHEDULE
Our lead times can vary depending on multiple factors such as material availability, order quantity, outside services & more. Our goal is to move quickly as possible. Please contact to discuss expedited orders, partial shipments or other helpful options to move projects along.
ACCOUNTS & PAYMENT METHODS
All accounts require application review and approval by Stafford Gage & Tool, INC. There will be a letter of approval with important company information. Please update all our business information in your system. We request updated contact information and W-9 tax forms. If you are exempt from sales tax, we also need an updated exemption certificate. Please advise if you require certifications and the specification.
First order payment terms are NET 15 days and payment terms become NET 30 days after the first order. Please pay per the date shipped on the Invoice. A statement will be sent for accounts past 30 days. Acceptable payment methods are by Check or COD. We do not accept credit cards at this time. Please email all Purchase Orders or Correspondence to the following main email address: Office@StaffordGT.com
SAFETY & SECURITY
Stafford Gage and Tool, Inc. prioritizes importance of maintaining safety and security throughout the company. Machining industry is dangerous, therefore several requirements have been set to keep the staff and facility safe. Two primary hazards that arise from CNC machine operations are Entanglement with moving machinery and the Ejection of parts. Serious lacerations, fractures, amputations or even death can occur if an anyone contacts or becomes entangled in / or between tooling and / or rotating work equipment. Similar injuries or death can also occur from being struck by ejected parts (this includes but not limited to cutters, other tools, chunks or the work piece.) Most machinery is hand loaded or automatically fed. Most machinery is partially or totally enclosed. To prevent injury or death, the machine may only operate with doors shut to keep the workspace enclosed (metal enclosure & thermoplastic vision panels).
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OSHA basic safety rules can be applied as a guideline to maintain safety. Although this guide addresses point-of-operation safeguards, it is also important to establish and enforce safe work practices when operating and maintaining all types of equipment and machinery.
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Stafford Gage and Tool, Inc. requires removal and security of anything that could potentially get caught in moving machinery / rotating spindles. Be focused and aware of surroundings to assist each other in case of emergency. Protective supplies and first aid supplies are available and located in designated areas. There are also lockers to keep personal belongings stored.
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CONFIDENTIALITY
Stafford Gage & Tool, INC instills mutual confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. It is of highest standard to ensure all private and proprietary information remains confidential and secure. Stafford Gage & Tool INC takes comprehensive steps to protect sensitive, confidential and proprietary information. This may include, but is not limited to, products, product ideas, inventions, data, business plans, business records, contract details, sales leads and customer data, pricing information, trade secrets, financial data, employment etc.
CERTIFICATIONS
Please notify on purchase order(s) orders if there are specific certifications or reports that are required. Any deviations or waived services need to be specifically noted - it will be noted on the certificate of conformance and certifications. Some certifications may require additional fees and minimums requirement fees. Certifications may include (but are not limited to) material, heat treating, final finishing etc. We enclose such documents with parts upon delivery or shipment. Record retention guidelines for our facility is 3-7 years.
