Progressive dies
Multiple operations in sequence on the same strip – blanking, piercing, bending, forming and, where needed, tapping – to mass-produce precise, repeatable parts.
What it is
In a progressive die the sheet metal strip advances through several stations with each press stroke; one operation is performed at each station and at the end the finished part is separated from the strip. It is the most efficient solution for medium and high production volumes.
Cidonio designs and builds progressive dies for everything from small metal parts to medium-sized components, including for high-speed presses such as Bruderer.
Why choose us
A finished part with every press stroke, even on high-speed presses.
Integrated tapping units to eliminate secondary operations.
Widia and sintered steel inserts where needed, certified steels and controlled treatments.
3D CAD design, wire EDM and testing with dimensional inspection.
Method
We analyse the drawing or 3D model, material, thickness and volumes together with you.
We design the die and simulate all its movements before construction.
CNC with 3D CAM, wire and sinker EDM, grinding: all in-house.
When annual quantities are medium or high and the part can remain attached to the strip until the last station: every press stroke produces a finished part.
Yes, we build progressive dies with integrated tapping units.
In high-speed dies we start from 0.05 mm strip; for greater thicknesses we assess each case during the feasibility stage.
Quote within 24 working hours
Attach 2D drawings or 3D models (PDF, STEP, IGES, DXF, DWG) with material, thickness and annual quantities: our engineering department will assess feasibility and reply within 24 working hours.
Send us your drawing. Technical reply within 24 hours.
Talk directly to the people who design and build your die: no middlemen, reliable lead times and certified quality since 1969.
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