Press feed lines for metal strips

SALICO press feed lines for metal strips are designed for high-performance blanking operations in the automotive and appliance sectors, capable of handling both carbon steel and aluminum strips. Developed in cooperation with leading global press manufacturers, these lines deliver clean, flat blanks ready for stamping, laser cutting, or forming.

Whether used in OEM or Tier 1 facilities, SALICO lines offer robust feeding, accurate positioning, and high-speed handling of trapezoidal, rectangular, and custom-shaped blanks.

Configurable for steel, aluminum, or hybrid operation

Each line can be configured for single-material or hybrid processing. SALICO offers specific design features to suit the characteristics of different materials, including:

• heavy-duty uncoilers with automatic coil loading
• multi-roller levelers for autobody-grade surface and flatness
• cleaning stations for surface-sensitive strip
• precise loop control and advanced feed rolls
• magnetic or vacuum stacking depending on material and geometry

Press synchronization and automation

The feed section integrates with mechanical or servo presses, ensuring precise feeding and press timing even at high cycle rates. The automation platform synchronizes the feed rolls and press cycles with full control over acceleration, deceleration, and blank positioning.

Lines may include entry coil car and centering devices, strip brushing and washing units (pre- or post-loop pit), automatic press feed rolls, cutting sections for starter sheets and head cuts, and stacking systems with adjustable formats for multiple blank types.

Stackers for high-speed, scratch-free operation

Depending on the application, stackers are equipped with vacuum or magnetic technology to safely and accurately place blanks in bundles. This allows the elimination of sliding and surface contact, preserving the edge and finish of delicate aluminum or coated steel sheets.

For more information about the press feed lines for metal strips, we invite you to contact the company through the references on this page.