Assembly Presses

New Process Secures Sheet Metal Assemblies

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

A new sheet-metal joining process developed by Tox Pressotechnik reliably secures sheet metal components and prevents displacement in the planar direction.

Schmidt Offers Innovations in Manual Presses

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Manual presses offer high precision, reliability and flexibility without the high price tag of powered presses. They are ideal for small production runs, precise assembly tasks or high-mix production environments that don’t merit more expensive machines.

Servo Presses Play Key Role in Assembling Hydraulic Suspension Components

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500

They offer micron-level press-fitting accuracy, enabling stringent control over the motion and force applied to seals.

Appliance Maker Clinches Stainless Steel Sheets

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500

The sheet metal clinching process joins the thin stainless-steel sheets quickly and reliably. In contrast to riveting or welding, the surface and the material structure remain intact and sealed.

Presses Will Be Vital for Assembling ‘Green’ Technologies

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Sheet metal clinching is a key part of the assembly process for battery cells and packs, and fuel cells and systems.

New Product Of The Year Awards And Guided Exhibit Floor Tours To Headline The 2025 Assembly Show

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Attendees Invited to Vote on the Industry’s Top Innovations

Servo Hydraulic Press Saves Energy

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Pump manufacturer increases efficiency with programmable press.

Electric Press Is Intrinsically Safe for Hazardous Locations

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Building on decades of expertise in servo-controlled pressing, Promess designed the H-Series electric press specifically for environments where hazardous dust may be present.

New Fasteners Solve Unique Challenges

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400

New products include a thread-forming screw for light metals and a hidden fastener for securing panels.

New Process Monitoring System Offers Flexibility

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:30:00 -0400

Kistler Instrument Corp. has introduced a new version of its maXYmos process monitoring system.

What’s New With Clinching

webera@bnpmedia.com (Austin Weber) — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

New materials enable new applications for an old joining process.

Promess Promotes John Lytle to President

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 08:04:00 -0400

BRIGHTON, MI—Promess Inc., a manufacturer of sensing and assembly technology, has promoted John Lytle to the role of president.

Automated Line Assembles ‘Range Extender’ Engines for EVs

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 02:02:00 -0400

CHANGZHOU, China—Global systems integrator Comau has designed and built an automated line to assemble small “range extender” engines for EV manufacturer Li Auto Inc.

Contact Bushing Assembles Aluminum Bus Bars for EVs

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Self-clinching fasteners solve problem of metal oxide layers on copper and aluminum parts.

Hydropneumatic Presses Improve Quality for Automotive Assembler

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 15:30:00 -0500

Engineers have three options for high-force pressing applications: hydraulic, hydropneumatic and servo.

New Joining Technology Improves Structural Strength

webera@bnpmedia.com (Austin Weber) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500

COLLEGE STATION, TX—Engineers at Texas A&M University have developed functional interlocking metasurfaces that provide more structural strength and stability than nuts, bolts or adhesives.

Clinching of Thermoplastic Composites and Metals

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Three new clinching technologies use heat to join fiber-reinforced composites to metal parts.

Flexible Assembly With Manual Presses

webera@bnpmedia.com (Austin Weber) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 12:30:00 -0500

Hand operation is ideal for low-volume, low-force applications.

Robot Assembles Aircraft Engines

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 10:30:00 -0500

Automation helps to cut assembly time in half.

Automotive Stamping Line Is Fast and Flexible

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

The presses stamp out 17 million parts annually with an accuracy of ±0.1 millimeter.

How to Evaluate a Press-Fit Curve

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400

A force vs. position curve enables engineers to study how parts interact during press-fit assembly.

Press for Precise Radial Crimping

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400

The Radial Press applies precise, even radial loads around the circumference of components or assemblies.

Robotic Work Cell Clinches Sheet Metal Parts

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400

A six-axis robot equipped with a compact, lightweight servo press assembles ventilation housings.

Aerospace Assembler Forms Titanium Parts

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

The hot-forming process creates complex shapes without fracturing, spring-back or residual stress.

Join Sheet Metal With Cold-Extruded Pins

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Researchers have developed a way to join steel and aluminum sheets using cold-extruded pin structures.

Press Provides 500 Kilonewtons of Force

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Wed, 29 May 2024 10:30:00 -0400

Promess Inc. recently achieved a milestone by delivering its largest Electromechanical Assembly Press (EMAP) Workstation to date.

Device Monitors Metal Stamping Press

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Real-time data acquisition prevents defective parts at an auto parts manufacturer.

Crimping Press Is User-Friendly

sprovierij@bnpmedia.com (John Sprovieri) — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400

The UniCrimp 208 crimping press has a modern and user-friendly design.

New Automotive Press Line Will Be Accessible for Disabled Workers

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 05:05:00 -0400

ATTENDORN, Germany—GEDIA Automotive Group, a manufacturer of metal assemblies for car bodies and chassis, has ordered a new press-hardening line that will be accessible by people with disabilities. Designed by Swedish press company AP&T, the new line will enable staff with physical disabilities to monitor and manage the press-hardening process without hindrance.

Nondestructive Disassembly of Press Fits

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

Heat and vibration can facilitate disassembly of press-fit parts.