- Celina, Ohio 45822
- 419-586-2337
Military & Defense Division
75+ years of manufacturing excellence. 28+ stamping presses up to 1,200 tons. Full in-house tooling. Serving America's defense supply chain from the heart of Ohio.
What We Deliver
From prototype to full-rate production, PAX Machine Works delivers precision metal stampings engineered to meet the demanding requirements of military and defense applications.
High-volume production of complex military components with tight tolerances using progressive dies across our full press range.
Large-format transfer die operations for structural defense 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 military 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 military ground vehicles including tactical transports, armored personnel carriers, and main battle tank programs. Our 1,200-ton press capacity handles the heavy-gauge steel components these platforms demand.
Located just 50 miles from the Lima Army Tank Plant (Joint Systems Manufacturing Center) — the only facility in the U.S. that builds the M1 Abrams main battle tank.
Naval vessels demand components that withstand extreme marine environments. PAX delivers precision stampings for surface combatants, support vessels, and submarine programs — built to withstand salt spray, vibration, and shock loads.
high-strength steel, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys suitable for marine environments, 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
Military-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) | 300–400 | 72"–96" × 36"–48" | Progressive |
| Minster P2 (3) | 100–200 | 48"–72" × 31"–42" | Progressive |
The Joint Systems Manufacturing Center (JSMC) in Lima, OH is the only U.S. facility producing the M1 Abrams tank. PAX is positioned as a local supply chain partner for General Dynamics Land Systems operations.
Anduril Industries is building Arsenal-1, a hyperscale defense manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH — representing a massive new opportunity for Ohio-based defense suppliers.
Within hours of Detroit, Chicago, Indianapolis, Columbus, and Dayton — providing efficient logistics to major defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across the industrial Midwest.
Made in America. PAX Machine Works is a U.S.-owned, family-operated manufacturer. All production occurs at our Celina, Ohio facility — supporting domestic defense supply chain requirements.
Quality & Compliance
Automotive quality management system — demonstrates rigorous process control, traceability, and continuous improvement.
Complies with Department of Defense cybersecurity standards to safeguard Federal Contract Information (FCI) and ensure secure operations.
International standard for quality management systems — ensures consistent processes, customer focus, and continual improvement across all operations.
Get Started
Ready to discuss your military 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
