Precision Metal
Stampings.
Mission Ready.
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.
Defense-Grade Capabilities
From prototype to full-rate production, PAX Machine Works delivers precision metal stampings engineered to meet the demanding requirements of military and defense applications.
Progressive Die Stamping
High-volume production of complex military components with tight tolerances using progressive dies across our full press range.
Transfer Die Stamping
Large-format transfer die operations for structural defense components requiring multiple forming stations and heavy tonnage.
In-House Tool & Die
Complete toolroom with 5-axis CNC, wire EDM, and heat treat. We design, build, and maintain all tooling in-house.
Prototype to Production
Rapid prototyping with production-intent tooling. Seamless transition from development to full-rate production.
Secondary Operations
Custom assembly systems, welding, tapping, staking, riveting, and sub-assembly to deliver finished military components.
Quality Assurance
IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems with CMM inspection, optical measurement, and full PPAP documentation.
Built for the Toughest Terrain
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.
Applications
STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE
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.
Engineered for Open Water
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.
Applications
MATERIAL CAPABILITY
We stamp a range of materials including high-strength steel, stainless steel, and aluminum alloys suitable for marine environments, with material thickness up to 0.218" and widths up to 32".
Equipment Specifications
Our 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 | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aida MCX-S2 | 1,200 | Progressive & Transfer |
| Minster E2 | 1,000 | Progressive & Transfer |
| Minster E2 | 800 | Progressive & Transfer |
| Aida Servo DSF-M2 | 700 | Progressive & Transfer |
| Minster E2 / E2H | 600 | Progressive & Transfer |
| Minster E2H | 450 | Progressive |
| Minster E2 | 300–400 | Progressive |
| Minster P2 | 100–200 | Progressive |
In-House Tool & Die Shop
Ohio's Defense Manufacturing Corridor
Lima Army Tank Plant
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 Arsenal-1
Anduril Industries is building Arsenal-1, a hyperscale defense manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH — representing a massive new opportunity for Ohio-based defense suppliers.
Midwest Hub
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.
Certifications & Standards
IATF 16949:2016
Automotive quality management system — demonstrates rigorous process control, traceability, and continuous improvement.
ITAR Compliance
International Traffic in Arms Regulations — registration with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) for defense articles.
DFARS Ready
Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement — specialty metals sourcing compliance for defense contracts.
MIL-SPEC Manufacturing
Ability to manufacture to military specification standards with full documentation, inspection, and traceability.
ISO 9001:2015
International standard for quality management systems — ensures consistent processes, customer focus, and continual improvement across all operations.
Request a Quote
Ready to discuss your military stamping requirements? Our engineering team will review your specifications and provide a detailed quotation.
Phone
419-586-7123Location
5139 Monroe Road
Celina, Ohio 45822
Response Time
Quotes returned within 48 hours
PAX MACHINE WORKS
Military & Defense