Engineering and Presswork Glossary of Terms

 

For anyone outside of the presswork industry and looking into the world of metal pressings, presswork terminology can sometimes
be confusing. That’s why we have included a Glossary of commonly used presswork terms on our website – which will explain
exactly what is meant by terms such as pressing, stamping, deep drawing.

If you require any further explanation, please contact a member of our team.

A-D | E-H | I-L | M-P | R-T | U-Z

I

IMDS – International Material Data System

Automotive product details are entered into this database to declare materials re: ELV (End of Life Vehicles).

ISO 9001:2000

BSI approved quality registration.

Inertia

A force generated by a movement.

Ingot

Form or billet of raw material before the coil has been produced.

L

Laminations

Precision flat metal shaped blanks which are found in electric motors.

Lubrication

Solution which prevents galling, friction and pick up of base material therefore increasing efficiency.