A stamping press can only run as well as the material it receives and the dies it uses. Stamtec's press auxiliary equipment includes coil handling that delivers flat, accurately fed strip, quick die change systems that shorten changeovers, and mounts that keep the press stable on its foundation. You can specify each alongside a new Stamtec press or match it to a line you already run.
When a stamping line falls short of its target, the press is seldom the bottleneck. Misfeeds and slow changeovers cut into uptime well before the press reaches its rated speed. Choosing the auxiliary equipment at the same time as the press lets engineers size it to the stroke rate and bolster area from the start, rather than working around a mismatch after installation.
Most coil-fed lines rely on three machines working in sequence, either as separate units or combined into one frame.
The uncoiler holds the metal coil and feeds the strip out at a steady, controlled rate.
As it comes off the coil, the strip has a natural curve (called coil set) from being wound tightly for storage. The straightener removes this curve by passing the strip through a series of offset rolls. Thinner materials typically need more rolls, spaced closer together, to flatten out effectively.
Finally, the servo feeder pulls a precise length of strip into the die with each stroke. It then releases its grip at just the right moment, allowing the die's pilots to properly position the part.
Combining the uncoiler, straightener, and feeder into one compact unit saves floor space and suits heavier gauges that are difficult to loop. Separated equipment takes up more room but lets you size each machine independently and replace or upgrade one without disrupting the rest of the line.
Every minute a press sits idle during a die change is lost capacity. Quick die change systems combine hydraulic die clamps, die lifters, bolster extensions, and hydraulic power units, so a die can be unclamped and rolled out with far less manual handling. Shorter changeovers make smaller batch runs economical and reduce the risk of injury from moving heavy tooling by hand.
The remaining equipment determines how the press is run and how it sits on the floor:
Stamtec designs and integrates complete stamping lines to match your plant's operations. We cover the full process of blanking, slitting, cut-to-length, and press-feeding lines, backed by ongoing maintenance, parts, and upgrades.
Before recommending any equipment, the Stamtec team reviews your processes, existing equipment, facility layout, and production goals.
For custom lines, Stamtec can configure its presses with controls and transfer systems from an approved supplier list, so a new line integrates smoothly with your plant's existing standards.
For a new press or an upgrade to your existing line, Stamtec can recommend feeding and die change equipment matched to your production. Contact us online or call 931-393-5050 to talk with the Stamtec team.
Contact UsYes. Stamtec's 2-in-1 compact straightener and uncoiler requires a separate servo feeder for continuous coil feeding. Stamtec's standalone servo feeders handle material from 0.1 to 8.0 mm (0.004 to 0.315 in.) thick. A 3-in-1 system builds the feeder into the same unit.
Stamtec's 3-in-1 servo feeder, straightener, and uncoiler handles coil from 0.3 to 12 mm (0.01 to 0.47 in.) thick and up to 30,000 kg (66,138 lbs.). By comparison, the 2-in-1 system tops out at 4.5 mm (0.18 in.).
Stamtec's quick die change systems include hydraulic power units, clamps, lifters, and bolster extensions. Each component is configurable to the needs of your press and tooling.
In many cases, yes. Stamtec presses can be customized with press controls and transfer systems from its approved supplier list. Share your plant's current standards with the Stamtec team to confirm fit before the press is built.
Stamtec's feeding and coil handling equipment processes steel, aluminum, and copper in a range of thicknesses and widths. Our custom production lines are engineered around material yield strength and coil weight.
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