Robotic Press Tending Solutions | Sheet Metal Forming & Stamping Automation

Durable Robotic Press Tending Solutions for Sheet Metal Forming & Stamping

Yaskawa Motoman’s robotic press tending solutions are built to withstand the rigors of high-duty-cycle pressroom environments. Designed for sheet metal forming, stamping, bending, and racking applications, our robots feature heavy-duty drive systems, advanced vibration tolerance, and precise motion control. With options for robot-to-robot part transfer, automated die changes, and integrated safety systems, Motoman robots improve operator safety, reduce downtime, and increase throughput. Discover how our flexible automation technologies can optimize your press operations and streamline multi-stage processes.

Why Robots for Press Tending?

Robotic automation allows for precisely coordinated motion and streamlined completion of multi-stage processes with significantly improved operator safety.

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Why Yaskawa Motoman?

We offer fully-supported robotic solutions that can greatly simplify robot deployment, reduce costs and offer collaborative options for machine operation.

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Automated Tasks

Our fully developed press line control system features diagnostic capabilities for the line and each individual press. We also provide accurate computer modeling and simulation to optimize equipment layout and maximize throughput. Operator safety is significantly improved by eliminating manual press loading, along with complete safety solutions.

Press Tending

Our robotic press tending solutions can be custom-designed to meet your requirements with options such as high-speed part shuttles, hand-off or idle nest stations, robot-to-robot part flipover, vacuum, mechanical and magnetic grippers, automation tool change, and slide bases to facilitate die change. A wide range of Yaskawa robot models are available in floor, shelf or overhead mounting configurations to accommodate any die change system.

Machine Bending

Utilizing various gripper options and flexible regrip/orientation stations, difficult positioning is easily achievable during the bending sequence. Various parts are accommodated with an automatic tool change unit which allows the robot to select the correct gripper for the workpiece. Depending on requirements, infeed magazines, outfeed pallets, conveyors and other peripherals can be fully integrated for a complete automated press brake solution.

Racking/Pack Out

Quickly and easily load finished parts into engineered, part-specific racks, bins or pallets. Our solutions feature high-speed conveyors or shuttles for rack entry and removal, robust locators with bin sensors and optional vision for part location and inspection.

Robots + Accessories

Press Tending Robots

With payloads ranging from 0.5 to 900 kg and ranges of motion from 4 to 15 axes, you'll find an industrial robot that meets your reach, payload and application requirements.

PH Series

GP Series

External Axis Solutions

Increase the working range and application flexibility through a range of versatile transporter configurations.

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Robotic Vision

Fast and reliable Vision Guided Robotics (VGR) with Yaskawa’s 2D and 3D integrated vision systems.

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Material Handling Brochure

Yaskawa Motoman's material handling solutions have delivered game-changing results for clients of all sizes.

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Resources and Support

At Yaskawa Motoman, customer satisfaction doesn’t end at installation—it’s just the beginning. Whether you need expert training, real-time technical support, quick access to parts and service, or an extensive knowledge base at your fingertips, we’re here to ensure your automation systems perform at their best. Our dedicated team is available 24/7, and our tools and resources are designed to keep your operations running smoothly. From self-service support to personalized assistance, we’re committed to your long-term success every step of the way.

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