Automotive Division
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.
What We Deliver
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.
High-volume production of complex automotive components with tight tolerances using progressive dies across our full press range.
Large-format transfer die operations for structural automotive components requiring multiple forming stations and heavy tonnage.
Complete toolroom with 5-axis CNC, wire EDM, and heat treat. We design, build, and maintain all tooling in-house.
Rapid prototyping with production-intent tooling. Seamless transition from development to full-rate production.
Custom assembly systems, welding, tapping, staking, riveting, and sub-assembly to deliver finished automotive components.
IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems with CMM inspection, optical measurement, and full PPAP documentation.
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.
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.
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.
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
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 |
Regional access to the Detroit automotive market — the epicenter of U.S. automotive manufacturing, home to major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
Positioned within the Indiana and Ohio OEM/Tier Supplier Corridor — providing efficient logistics to automotive manufacturing operations throughout the region.
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
Automotive quality management system demonstrating rigorous process control, traceability, and continuous improvement.
International quality management standard supporting consistent processes, customer focus, and continual improvement.
Full PPAP documentation capability for OEM and Tier supplier automotive programs.
Precision inspection capabilities supporting dimensional verification and production quality control.
In-process statistical process control to support repeatability and defect prevention.
Get Started
Ready to discuss your automotive stamping requirements? Our engineering team will review your specifications and provide a detailed quotation.
419-586-2337
sales@paxmachine.com
5139 Monroe Road
Celina, Ohio 45822
Quotes returned within 48 hours
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