One of the most popular and efficient metal stamping technologies available, progressive die stamping allows for unmatched flexibility in a wide range of applications.
he progressive die stamping process involves the reshaping of sheet metal through a die containing individual workstations, each of which performs a different operation on the metal piece until the final component is created. The die is capable of cutting, bending, punching, coining, embossing, drawing, or shaving the metal, making it easy to customize parts to different specifications. Because this process allows multiple cutting and forming operations to be performed simultaneously, significant time and cost savings can be achieved.
But accomplishing optimal synchronicity requires careful, precise design of unique dies for every metal component that will be produced. At Keats Manufacturing, we have years of experience creating progressive die designs customized to client’s specific requirements, and understand the importance of a thorough design process.
The Progressive Die Manufacturing Process
After die design and construction are complete, the actual manufacturing process can begin. Extremely versatile, progressive stamping can be used for a wide range of products and can easily meet various client specifications. For example, materials ranging in size from a fraction of an inch to 2 feet wide may be used, and many different metals are well-suited to the process. Depending on the specific product, production output can be as low as 150 strokes per minute or as high as 650 strokes per minute.
Finished products can include everything from brackets, clamps, and clips to fasteners, electrical terminals, and firearm parts. The products manufactured via the progressive stamping process are used in a wide range of industries, including agriculture, automotive, computer, electrical, medical, construction, and plumbing.
