Abstract: A transfer mechanism and a circular transfer press combination has plurality of tools for performing operation on components. The tools are arranged in a tool circle. The transfer mechanism has a device for transferring components between stations arranged at equal angles on a first circular path with at least one carried member. A plurality of pocket members is arranged at equal angles on a second circular path is carrier by the carrier member. Each pocket member receives a component and for transporting the component between two of the stations. A drive arrangement is connected to the carrier member for moving the carrier member in a such manner that a center of each pocket member moves along a curved path and passes consecutively through two work stations. The drive arrangement is arranged for conveying to the carrier member a uniform unidirectional rotary motion. A tool actuating device is provided for operating the tools consecutively one after the other.

Abstract: A machine for mechanically treating components, such as metallic hollow members having a body and a bottom. The machine has a stationary frame bearing a plurality of work stations each of which has a tool pair including a first fixed tool coaxial with a movable second tool. The first and second tools are arranged on two coaxial circular paths with the first tool of each pair on a bolster. The second tool of each pair is on one end of a ram member having a tool bearing end and an actuated end. The ram member is slidably supported in guiding means. The actuated end of the ram member is connected to a cylindrical actuating cam having a free end in contact with the actuated ram member end. At least one pair of the tools are different than another pair. The tool bolster is immovable, the cam is rotated and transfer mechanisms are associated with the machine so that each component is treated by at least two different pairs of tools.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for transferring articles between successive work stations at which working operations are effected. More particularly, the workpieces are transferred between the forming stations on a multistage forming press. On completion of a machining operation, a burst of the coolant/lubricant emulsion used in the forming press is fired at the workpiece from a propelling nozzle located near the forming station. The workpiece is thus propelled to the next station along a curved guideway which comprises a smooth, curved track bounded by guiderails. On arrival at the next station, the workpiece is guided into position by guide members and finally positioned exactly by means of a burst of the same coolant/lubricant emulsion fired from a positioning nozzle located near the station. Regulating mechanisms are provided to fire bursts of emulsion in time with the working stroke of the press.