Automotive Division

Precision Metal Stampings Production Ready.

75+ years of manufacturing excellence. 28+ stamping presses up to 1,200 tons. Full in-house tooling. Serving automotive OEMs and Tier suppliers from the heart of Ohio.

Stamping Presses 100 to 1,200 tons
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Years in Operation Est. 1948
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Max Tonnage Minster E2
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Automotive Quality IATF 16949:2016 Certified
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What We Deliver

Automotive-Grade CAPABILITIES

From prototype to full-rate production, PAX Machine Works delivers precision metal stampings engineered for the demanding quality, volume, and repeatability requirements of automotive manufacturing.

PROGRESSIVE DIE STAMPING

High-volume production of complex automotive components with tight tolerances using progressive dies across our full press range.

TRANSFER DIE STAMPING

Large-format transfer die operations for structural automotive components requiring multiple forming stations and heavy tonnage.

IN-HOUSE TOOL & DIE

Complete toolroom with 5-axis CNC, wire EDM, and heat treat. We design, build, and maintain all tooling in-house.

PROTOTYPE TO PRODUCTION

Rapid prototyping with production-intent tooling. Seamless transition from development to full-rate production.

Secondary Operations

Custom assembly systems, welding, tapping, staking, riveting, and sub-assembly to deliver finished automotive components.

Quality Assurance

IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems with CMM inspection, optical measurement, and full PPAP documentation.

Built for High-Volume Production

PAX Machine Works produces precision metal stampings for automotive platforms including structural brackets, chassis components, seating components, powertrain-adjacent parts, mounting hardware, and assembly-ready stamped components. Our 1,200-ton press capacity supports heavy-gauge applications while our quality systems support repeatable, high-volume production.

Applications

STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE

With decades of experience serving automotive supply chains, PAX combines high-tonnage stamping, in-house tooling, secondary operations, and certified quality systems to support OEM and Tier supplier programs.

Engineered for the Next Generation of Vehicles

As vehicle platforms evolve, manufacturers need stamping partners capable of producing precise, repeatable components for electric vehicles, commercial vehicles, and emerging mobility platforms. PAX supports programs requiring durable metal stampings, tight tolerances, and scalable production.

Applications

MATERIAL CAPABILITY

PAX stamps a range of materials including high-strength steel, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys, with material thickness up to 0.218″ and widths up to 32″.

Press Fleet

Equipment Specifications

Our 28 press fleet spans 100 to 1,200 tons, one of the most capable ranges in the Midwest. Predominantly Minster and Aida presses, including advanced servo technology.

Precision Stamped Components

Automotive-grade brackets and structural components

PRESS TONS BED SIZE TYPE
Minster E2 (2) 1200 204" × 54" Progressive & Transfer
Aida MCX-S2 1100 204.7" × 59.8" Progressive & Transfer
Minster E2 (4) 800 144" × 60" Progressive & Transfer
Aida Servo DSF-M2 700 168" × 59.8" Progressive & Transfer
Minster E2 / E2H (7) 600 146" × 54" Progressive & Transfer
Minster E2H 450 100" × 55" Progressive
Minster E2 (6) 300 72"–96" × 36"–48" Progressive
Minster P2 (3) 100 48"–72" × 31"–42" Progressive

In-House Tool & Die Shop

Ohio's EQUIPMENT Manufacturing Corridor

Detroit

Automotive Market Access

Regional access to the Detroit automotive market — the epicenter of U.S. automotive manufacturing, home to major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

OH / IN

OEM/Tier Supplier Corridor

Positioned within the Indiana and Ohio OEM/Tier Supplier Corridor — providing efficient logistics to automotive manufacturing operations throughout the region.

Central

Midwest Hub

Within hours of Detroit, Chicago, Indianapolis, Columbus, and Dayton — providing efficient logistics to major automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across the industrial Midwest.

Made in America. PAX PAX Machine Works is a U.S.-owned, family-operated manufacturer. All production occurs at our Celina, Ohio facility — supporting domestic automotive supply chain requirements.

Quality & Compliance

Certifications & Standards

CERTIFIED

IATF 16949:2016

Automotive quality management system demonstrating rigorous process control, traceability, and continuous improvement.

ISO 9001:2015

International quality management standard supporting consistent processes, customer focus, and continual improvement.

CERTIFIED

PPAP Documentation

Full PPAP documentation capability for OEM and Tier supplier automotive programs.

CAPABLE

CMM Inspection

Precision inspection capabilities supporting dimensional verification and production quality control.

CAPABLE

SPC Monitoring

In-process statistical process control to support repeatability and defect prevention.

CAPABLE

Get Started

Request a Quote

Ready to discuss your automotive stamping requirements? Our engineering team will review your specifications and provide a detailed quotation.

Phone

419-586-2337

Email

sales@paxmachine.com

Location

5139 Monroe Road
Celina, Ohio 45822

Response Time

Quotes returned within 48 hours

Automotive RFQ Form

Upload drawings/specs: Email CAD files and technical drawings to sales@paxmachine.com