Perfectly shaped tools – customised punching tools from Rejlek

They mould, they shape and they cut. Countless materials pass through their “hands” and leave them with precise improvements. We are talking about punching tools – truly indispensable aids in many areas of industry. In this article, we look at how they work, where they are used and why punching tools are among the products with which we at Rejlek score particularly highly.

As printed: Punching tools and their importance for production

Two main parts make up a classic punching tool: a punch and a die. When these two elements come together with pressure, they give the materials positioned between them their desired shape, any desired embossing or cut them apart completely. Metal as well as rubber, plastic or paper can be processed quickly and cost-effectively using punching tools.

Thanks to their versatility, punching tools are essential for many different industries, including medical technology, the automotive sector and the packaging and electronics industries. Depending on the application, the tools themselves are made of hardened steel, carbide or ceramic, with different coatings minimising wear and ensuring a longer service life. In addition to the material, punching tools also differ in terms of their shape and size; depending on the specific requirements, slotted hole, round hole, single cut or progressive die punching tools are used, for example.

In order to work particularly cost-efficiently, high-speed die-cutting using so-called high-speed die-cutting presses is ideal for the production of large quantities. These work at a rapid pace without sacrificing precision or quality. In such presses, the stamp is pressed onto the respective material up to around 1300 times a minute and a correspondingly large number of products can be moulded or manufactured.

Quickly brought into shape: punching tools for high-speed presses from Rejlek

To ensure that our customers’ machines produce at excellent quality even at high speeds, we have been manufacturing high-quality punching tools specially designed for high-speed presses at our toolmaking facility in Vienna since 2001. Our decades of experience in toolmaking and series production as well as the state-of-the-art equipment in our factory give us a decisive advantage over other manufacturers.

The punching tools produced at Rejlek exactly according to customer requirements can achieve up to 1300 strokes, or cycles, per minute and therefore enable particularly efficient production processes. In addition to speed, the punching tools also score highly in terms of durability – many have been providing optimum service unchanged for over 10 years and have brought hundreds of millions of parts to perfection during this time.

The EloPin® is a special component that we manufacture in our company and also process into various products. This product, which we produce under licence, has a whole range of unbeatable qualities that make it virtually indispensable for a variety of applications. Briefly explained, the EloPin® is a press-fit zone in the form of a pinhole, which scores points not only for its excellent mechanical stability but also for its high elasticity and low contact resistance.

Conclusion: Precise customised production with Rejlek

With its customised products and many years of expertise, Rejlek makes a significant contribution to the success of numerous customers. We supply everything from a single source, from design and tool manufacture to series production, including maintenance. Companies in the automotive, electronics and medical technology industries benefit in particular from our outstanding stamping tools for various applications.

If you also need punching tools of the highest quality and are looking for a reliable partner, send us a non-binding enquiry right away.