The choice of the type of die to be used is never random. It depends on many factors: production volumes, size of the part to be manufactured and complexity of the operations. Every mould has its own characteristics and advantages, but knowing how to choose the right one can make all the difference in terms of efficiency, time and cost.
BLOCK DIE
It is the ideal solution for low-volume production and for simple parts or parts to be produced in a few steps. The block die is designed to keep the initial investment as low as possible, reducing the cost of the individual part.
✔️ Processing steps: 1, 2 or maximum 3
✔️ Handling: manual by operator
✔️ Advantage: low initial cost, flexibility
When to choose: Limited productions, Need for low costs and Simple or low-complex workpieces
PROGRESSIVE DIE
It is the most advanced and high-performance solution for large-scale industrial production. The part stays attached to the sheet until the last step, automatically passing through each station in the process.
It is ideal for the production of large quantities of components ensuring high quality, speed and optimised production costs. They are composed of stations spaced by a specific “step”, each dedicated to a different operation. The pilots, holes made in the first station, ensure the correct position of the sheet throughout the process.
ADVANTAGES:
✔️Maximum productivity, consistent quality
✔️ Reduced downtime and waste
✔️ Less maintenance due to the use of a single die
✔️ Constant control via pilots and optical sensors
When to choose: Large production volumes, Repetitive production cycles, Need for automation and speed and Production of even complex parts in a single cycle
With over forty years of experience, we are able to offer excellent quality and production standards even in large quantities. Over time, we have perfected a technology capable of printing even complex products in large quantities using a single progressive multi-figure die rather than multiple dies on multiple presses. This approach not only improves efficiency but also offers numerous advantages. In the final stages of the process, when the part is partially or definitively complete, it is separated and then evacuated from the die by means of control with micro-photoelectric cells or photoelectric forks that ensure its exit and prevent damage to the die
Conclusion: which mould to choose?
🔹 Progressive → For efficiency, automation and high volumes
🔹 Block → For simplicity and immediate cost containment
👉 Do you have a project and do not know which solution is the most suitable?
Contact us: we will analyse your needs together and offer you a tailor-made solution.
