Stamping press

[1] Presses come in various types of frame configurations, C-Frame where the front & left and right sides are open, straight-side, or H-Frame for stronger higher tonnage applications.

It is very important to size the press and tonnage based on the type of applications, blanking, forming, progressive, or transfer.

Large presses (like the ones used in the automotive industry) may be equipped with die cushions integrated in the bolster plate to apply blank holder or counter draw forces.

Link Motion mechanical is yet another option, this provides a slide slow down near BDC / bottom dead center for soft touch tooling.

On the other hand, Hydraulic Presses are much more practical for deep forming or drawing or parts or when dwell time at the bottom is desired.

[4] Typically, presses are electronically linked (with a programmable logic controller) to an automatic feeder which feeds metal raw material through the die.