Linear Press Transfer Automation

High‑Performance Transfer Automation for Modern Metal‑Forming

Linear’s Press Automation solutions are engineered to deliver fast, precise, and reliable part transfer across a wide range of stamping applications. Built on decades of proven performance, these systems offer flexible mounting options, servo‑driven motion control, and robust mechanical design to support higher throughput, reduced vibration, and seamless integration with new or existing presses. Linear provides multiple transfer platforms—each optimized for specific press configurations, payload requirements, and production environments.

Front & Rear Series (FR / FRW / FR4P)

Flexible, High‑Payload Transfer Automation

System Overview Linear’s Front and Rear Style Transfer Systems are among the industry’s most versatile and robust automation platforms. The FR4P Series supports larger payloads and can mount to the front and rear of virtually any press, including presses with small or no windows. Fully servo‑controlled axes deliver high speed, accuracy, and 100% programmable motion profiles.

Key Capabilities

• Mounts and retrofits to presses with small or no windows
• Independent motion on front and rear transfer units
• Available in wide‑body (FRW) for larger presses
• Infinite pass‑line adjustment
• Cost‑effective, small‑footprint feed system (left‑to‑right)
• Supports large payloads and bolster sizes
• Dual transfer units per side for large bolsters
• Optional multi‑directional transfer (MD Series)
• Retractable design for non‑transfer operations
• Supports L‑R and F‑B production configurations

Applications

Ideal for heavy-duty stamping environments requiring:

• Flexible press automation
• High precision part indexing
• Retrofit installation on existing press lines

Window Mounted Series (WM)

Proven, Space‑Efficient Transfer for Large‑Window Presses

System Overview Linear’s Window Mounted Transfer Systems have earned a reputation for long‑term reliability and performance. Designed for presses with larger window openings, the WM Series offers excellent visibility, reduced front‑to‑back footprint, and multiple mounting configurations to suit a wide range of production environments.

Key Capabilities

• Multiple mounting configurations
• Ideal for presses with large windows or sound‑dampening doors
• Improved die visibility
• Compact front‑to‑back footprint
• Cost‑effective solution for small and mid‑sized presses

Applications

Best suited for:

• Press lines with large openings
• Operations prioritizing die access and setup visibility
• Compact pressroom layouts

Bolster Mounted Series

Rigid, Close‑Coupled Transfer Automation

System Overview The Bolster Mounted Series installs directly onto the press bolster, allowing the automation to operate closer to the tooling. This configuration reduces vibration, improves stability, and minimizes the space required around the press.

Key Capabilities

• Reduced vibration through bolster‑mounted design
• One‑sided transfer system
• Minimal floor space required

Applications

Great for:

• High-precision components
• Pressrooms where space is limited
• Low-to-medium load transfer requirements

Crossbar Series

System Overview Linear’s Crossbar Transfer System is engineered for tandem press applications requiring high speed and long reach. Based on the proven Strothmann CompactTransfer platform, this system offers six degrees of freedom, load capacities up to 100 kg, and run rates up to 15 SPM.

Key Capabilities

• Mounts directly to press columns
• Redundant timing belt drives with automatic position control
• Increased run rates and throughput
• Lightweight, high‑stiffness carbon‑fiber crossbar tooling
• Compact design for tight spaces between columns and ram
• Individually programmable servo axes for maximum flexibility

Applications

Ideal for:

• Tandem press lines
• Medium to high throughput production
• Parts requiring complex transfer motion

Optimize your stamping performance.

Speak with a PRI automation specialist to design a Linear transfer solution tailored to your press, tooling, and throughput goals.