Straight Sided Press
DOUBLE POINT PRESS - MECHANICAL PRESS
STRAIGHT SIDED PRESS
The MDE Series Double Point Straight Sided Mechanical Press is built for large-scale stamping and forming operations requiring strength, stability, and balanced force distribution. Its robust straight-sided frame combined with a twin-crankshaft drive ensures uniform tonnage across the die area, reducing deflection and improving part quality. Designed for high-volume production, the MDE Series provides durability, repeatable accuracy, and reliable performance for automotive, appliance, and general metalworking industries.
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
A double‑point straight‑sided mechanical press is engineered for applications that require exceptional rigidity, balanced force distribution, and stable die alignment across wide bed areas. With two connection points driving the slide, the press delivers uniform tonnage across larger dies, preventing tipping, angular deflection, and uneven loading. This makes it ideal for automotive stampings, appliance components, structural brackets, and medium‑to‑large progressive dies. The straight‑sided frame provides superior resistance to off‑center loads, while the long‑guide slide system maintains precise alignment throughout the stroke. For manufacturers running high‑volume production with wide tooling, the double‑point straight‑sided press offers the accuracy, stability, and repeatability needed for consistent part quality.
A double‑point straight‑sided press offers significant advantages when working with larger dies or applications that generate off‑center loading. Compared to a single‑point press, the dual‑connection system distributes force more evenly across the slide, reducing deflection and improving part accuracy. Compared to a C‑frame press, the straight‑sided structure provides far greater rigidity, eliminating frame distortion during high‑tonnage operations. This results in longer die life, cleaner cuts, and more consistent forming. The press also supports higher stroke rates and integrates easily with coil‑feeding and automation systems. For operations requiring stability across wide tooling, the double‑point straight‑sided press is the optimal choice.
The double‑point straight‑sided mechanical press combines a rigid frame, dual‑connection slide drive, and precision guidance system to deliver exceptional stamping performance. Its wide bed and slide accommodate larger dies, while the two‑point drive ensures balanced force distribution and improved parallelism. Many models include hydraulic overload protection, motorized slide adjustment, automatic lubrication, and advanced press controls for safe, reliable operation. The press delivers full tonnage at the bottom of the stroke, making it ideal for blanking, piercing, forming, and progressive die applications. With high stroke rates, excellent repeatability, and compatibility with automated feeding systems, this press provides a robust, high‑performance solution for demanding production environments.
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Open Source Control System
Our control systems are made with open source, readily available components. We use no custom-made OEM parts.
IMPROVED SERVICE LIFE
High Fequency Quenching
We use a high frequency quenching on our slide guides which reaches over HRC 48. Rail grinding is above RA 0.4 and the average flatness is 0.03 mm/m2. The result is reduced wear, sustained precision and longer service life.
STRENGTH AND WEAR RESISTANCE
Bronze Worm Gear
Bronze worm gears reduce the probability of seizure and greatly reduce the process of die adjustment. The bronze-copper alloy (ZQSN10-1) extend the service life when compared to cast iron worm gears.
MORE STAMPING
Less Seizing
We use a sintered TM-3 copper alloy ball seat as opposed to cast iron. The TM-3 copper alloy has a surface strength of 1000 kgf/C m2. This alloy reduces the probability of seizure and at the same time extends the service life of this part.
LESS WEAR AND TEAR
Copper Sleeves
The all bronze-copper alloy sleeves are made of Tin, Phosphorus Bronze ZQSN10-1 and are about 1.5 times stronger then just copper BC6. The result is reduced wear.
HARDENED CRANKSHAFT
STRONGER AND BIGGER
Our crankshafts are made of high strength 42 CrMo alloy and are larger than most. They are forged, heat treated and inspected for flows. The result is that the strength is 1.3 times higher than that of 45 steel and breaking is reduced.
CHROMIUM PLATED THIMBLE
Hardened And Stronger
Our thimbles are chromium plated with a surface between RA 0.4 and RA 0.8. They are then hardened to HRC 48. This provides an excellent oil seal to ensure seal life.
HARDENED GEAR SHAFT
Less Wear On Tooth Surfaces
The gear shaft is made of high strength 42CrMo alloy and all tooth surfaces are treated with intermediate frequency which increases hardness. The advantage of this is less wear on tooth surfaces and higher meshing precision.
IMPROVED SERVICE LIFE
High Frequency Quenched Gear Drive
We use a high frequency quenching on our gear drives which reaches over HRC 48. Rail grinding is above RA 0.4 and the average flatness is 0.03 mm/m2. The result is reduced wear, sustained precision and longer service life.
SAFETY LIGHT CURTAINS
Worker Safety Should Not Be An Option For A Press
We are very serious about worker safety. That is why all our presses include full size CAT4 safety light curtains as a standard feature. The light curtains work along with the other safety features to ensure worker safety at all times.
MORE OIL, LESS WEAR
Bigger Oil Piping
We use 8 mm diameter copper lubrication pipes to ensure proper lubrication on all critical points. The larger and higher gauge pipes reduce the possibility of breaking and ensure a constant flow of oil.
OPTIMIZED STRUCTURE
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Through SolidWorks finite element analysis (FEA) we optimize the press structure and refine the design for maximum performance.
HIGHEST RETURN ON INVESTMENT
We Give You More Press For Your Money.
To be competitive today’s economy requires that manufactures run their operations more efficiently and cost effectively than ever before. We offer the highest ROI (return on investment) in the industry. MetalPress gives you high-quality products for a reasonable investment and with more features than any other company. Simply put, we give you the most bang for your buck!
REMOTE SERVICE
We Can Remotely Troubleshoot Your Press from Our Facility.
Our Double Point Straight Sided Presses include a Remote Connectivity Unit which allows our press technicians to remotely check the performance of the press, make any needed changes to the program or HMI, or to troubleshoot it directly from our service center. The customer is only required to connect the unit to the Internet via an Ethernet cable. We handle the rest.
HIGH QUALITY COMPONENTS
We Use Brand Name Components You Know, Already Use and Trust.
We use only the finest quality components that are open source, and readily available locally in your area, or from our online parts store. We do not use any impossible to find proprietary components.
INDUSTRY 4.0 REMOTE MONITORING
Remotely Monitor Your Stamping Press Performance From Any Device.
As an option, all our presses are available with Industry 4.0 remote performance monitoring units which feature a custom dashboard. You can not only monitor press performance, but you can be notified before an issue occurs. Included are condition based maintenance reminders and shift performance statistics. Minimize impact of emergencies and maximize press uptime, and productivity. Monitor what is going on with the stamping press and your production efficiency from any device, anywhere in the world.
TEN STANDARD SIZES
Flexible Range of Applications.
Available from 85 tons all the way up to 880 tons
| Model | US Tons | Slide Size (in) | Bolster Size (in) |
| MDE-85 | 85 | 47.2 x 20.5 | 55.1 x 24.4 |
| MDE-120 | 120 | 55.1 x 22.8 | 63.0 x 27.6 |
| MDE-175 | 175 | 63.0 x 25.6 | 70.9 x 29.9 |
| MDE-220 | 220 | 72.8 x 29.5 | 86.6 x 37.0 |
| MDE-275 | 275 | 82.7 x 35.4 | 94.5 x 39.4 |
| MDE-330 | 330 | 86.6 x 35.4 | 98.4 x 39.4 |
| MDE-440 | 440 | 94.5 x 35.4 | 106.3 x 39.4 |
| MDE-550 | 550 | 98.4 x 39.4 | 110.2 x 43.3 |
| MDE-660 | 660 | 114.2 x 47.2 | 126.0 x 47.2 |
| MDE-880 | 880 | 133.9 x 55.1 | 141.7 x 55.1 |
| Model | Metric Tons | Slide Size (mm) | Bolster Size (mm) |
| MDE-85 | 80 | 1200 x 520 | 1400 x 620 |
| MDE-120 | 110 | 1400 x 580 | 1600 x 700 |
| MDE-175 | 160 | 1600 x 650 | 1800 x 760 |
| MDE-220 | 200 | 1850 x 750 | 2200 x 940 |
| MDE-275 | 250 | 2100 x 900 | 2400 x 1000 |
| MDE-330 | 300 | 2200 x 900 | 2500 x 1000 |
| MDE-440 | 400 | 2400 x 900 | 2700 x 1000 |
| MDE-550 | 500 | 2500 x 1000 | 2800 x 1100 |
| MDE-660 | 600 | 2900 x 1200 | 3200 x 1200 |
| MDE-880 | 800 | 3400 x 1400 | 3600 x 1400 |
Applications of the Double Point Straight-Sided Mechanical Press
The double‑point straight‑sided press is ideal for progressive dies that span a wide bed area. With two connection points driving the slide, the press distributes force evenly across the entire die surface, preventing tipping and maintaining precise alignment. This ensures consistent part quality across all stations in the die. Manufacturers rely on this press for producing brackets, structural components, terminals, and multi‑stage stamped parts where accuracy and repeatability are essential.
For blanking operations involving wider coils or larger sheet formats, the double‑point design provides the rigidity and stability needed to maintain clean, accurate cuts. The balanced slide motion reduces deflection and improves edge quality, even at high stroke rates. This makes the press ideal for automotive panels, appliance housings, electrical enclosures, and medium‑to‑large metal blanks.
Piercing operations often generate uneven forces across the die. The double‑point straight‑sided press handles these off‑center loads far better than single‑point or C‑frame presses. Its rigid frame and dual‑drive system maintain alignment, ensuring hole accuracy and reducing tool wear. This makes it suitable for perforated panels, multi‑hole components, and parts requiring complex piercing patterns.
The press’s rigid structure and balanced force distribution make it ideal for forming and medium‑depth draw applications. It prevents angular deflection during forming, ensuring uniform material flow and reducing the risk of wrinkling or tearing. Manufacturers use it for producing housings, covers, shallow cups, and structural components that require consistent forming pressure across a wide die surface.
Precision surface‑forming operations require exceptional rigidity and accurate bottom‑dead‑center control. The double‑point press excels in coining and embossing because its dual‑drive system maintains parallelism across the entire slide. This ensures crisp, repeatable surface details for decorative patterns, raised lettering, precision edges, and tight‑tolerance features.
Automotive manufacturers rely on double‑point straight‑sided presses for producing brackets, reinforcements, chassis components, and medium‑sized structural parts. The wide bed accommodates larger tooling, while the rigid frame ensures consistent part geometry. The press’s ability to run at high speeds with excellent repeatability makes it ideal for automotive mass production.
Appliance and HVAC components often require wide dies and consistent forming pressure across large surfaces. The double‑point press provides the stability needed for stamping panels, brackets, frames, housings, and ducting components. Its balanced slide motion reduces distortion and improves part flatness, supporting high‑volume production with minimal scrap.
For electrical and electronic components that require tight tolerances and high‑speed production, the double‑point press offers the accuracy and stability needed for thin‑gauge materials. It is commonly used for stamping connectors, terminals, clips, and precision metal parts. The dual‑drive system ensures consistent performance across long production runs.
Many stamped parts include features that create uneven loading across the die. The double‑point press handles these conditions effectively, maintaining alignment and preventing slide tipping. This makes it ideal for tooling with asymmetrical features, multi‑station dies, and parts requiring complex forming or piercing patterns.
The double‑point straight‑sided press integrates seamlessly with coil feeders, servo roll feeds, transfer systems, and robotic handling. Its predictable slide motion and wide bed make it ideal for automated, high‑speed stamping lines. Manufacturers use it to increase throughput, reduce labor requirements, and maintain consistent part quality in continuous production environments.
Frequently Asked Questions about Double Point Straight-Sided Mechanical Press
A double‑point straight‑sided mechanical press provides superior stability and force distribution across wider dies. With two connection points driving the slide, the press maintains excellent parallelism and minimizes tipping or angular deflection during stamping. This results in cleaner cuts, more consistent part geometry, and reduced tool wear — especially when running large progressive dies or applications with off‑center loading. For manufacturers using medium‑to‑large tooling, the double‑point design delivers the accuracy and repeatability needed for high‑volume production.
This press is ideal for applications that require wide beds, balanced force distribution, and high‑speed operation. Common uses include large progressive dies, wide‑format blanking, multi‑hole piercing, medium‑depth forming, and stamping of automotive or appliance components. Its rigid frame and dual‑drive system make it especially effective for tooling that spans a large area or generates uneven forces. The press supports continuous, high‑volume production with excellent part consistency.
The dual‑connection slide drive ensures uniform force distribution across the entire die surface, reducing deflection and maintaining precise alignment throughout the stroke. This stability results in cleaner edges, more accurate hole locations, and consistent forming depth. Because the press minimizes side‑loading and uneven stress, dies experience less wear and require fewer adjustments. The result is longer die life, reduced maintenance costs, and improved part quality across long production runs.
Yes — double‑point straight‑sided presses integrate seamlessly with coil feeders, servo roll feeds, transfer systems, and robotic handling. Their predictable slide motion and wide bed area make them ideal for automated stamping lines and high‑speed production cells. Many models include advanced press controls, overload protection, and communication interfaces that support Industry 4.0 connectivity. This allows manufacturers to increase throughput, reduce labor requirements, and maintain consistent production quality.
Yes — double‑point straight‑sided mechanical presses are available to customers throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Manufacturers across North America rely on these presses for high‑volume stamping, wide‑die applications, and precision metalforming. Regional availability ensures faster delivery, reliable technical support, and access to replacement parts. Customers can choose from multiple tonnage capacities, bed sizes, stroke lengths, and control packages to match their production requirements.
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