FOCUS ON STAMPING
FORM AND FUNCTION
We unveil a selection of the latest new global press technologies , products and innovations .
“ Greater speed , precision and flexibility , with shorter cycle times and a focus on energy efficiency , are just some of the hallmarks of the latest technologies .”
The global metal stamping market size was valued at US $ 220 billion in 2019 . Metal stamping , or pressing , is a manufacturing process used to convert flat metal sheets , or blanks , into specific shapes . It is a complex process that includes several metalforming techniques such as blanking ; punching ; flanging ; bending ; embossing ; coining ; deep drawing and piercing .
Embossing ( passing a metal sheet or strip between rolls of the desired pattern ) reduces friction , increases stiffness and rigidity , and enhances traction . Blanking involves the use of a die to obtain the desired shape . Deep drawing is another process , whereby software ( in the form of CAD / CAM computergenerated drawing ) is used to manufacture three-dimensional objects . Hot forming , also known as hot stamping or press hardening , is particularly suitable for components that must withstand high loads ( e . g . cylinders , crankshafts , gears etc .).
Some of the most common types of metal stamping machines include mechanical , hydraulic and mechanical servo machines that are fitted with multiple dies to cut and shape the sheets of stainless steel and metals , such as aluminium , zinc and copper . There are three major types of metal stamping techniques : progressive , fourslide ( multi-slide ) and deep draw . Servo presses can be used to shape difficult-to-form materials , such as highstrength steel sheets and aluminium .
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The stamped side panel of the Audi Q4 e-tron .
shorter cycle times and a focus on energy conservation are just some of the hallmarks of the latest technologies . In this article , we highlight a selection of the latest new global stamping and pressing innovations .
Embossing ( passing a metal sheet or strip between rolls of the desired pattern ) reduces friction , increases stiffness and rigidity , and enhances traction
Alzner Automotive was able to double the part output of its Schuler MSD 630 press by using a special die .
An eye on innovation
AIDA is a global specialist in the design , manufacture , sale , service and support , refurbishment and modernisation of metal stamping presses and metal forming automation equipment . Its servo and mechanical stamping presses range in capacity from 30 to 4,000 tons , from 1 to 1,500 strokes per minute , from gap frame to straight-side , high-speed to cold forging , transfer and progressive die , material handling and coil-feeding equipment .
Its MSP high-speed stamping presses are suitable for the production of motors such as EV motors , HEV motors and energy-efficient home appliances motors . Its UL series of precision forming presses achieve net shape forming without downstream machining
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