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The design optimization and analysis of progressive press tools for cabinet plates play a crucial role in improving manufacturing processes and product quality. This paper explores the various aspects involved in the design optimization of progressive press tools and their application to cabinet plate manufacturing. The progressive press tool integrates multiple operations, such as blanking, bending, forming, and piercing, into a single press stroke, leading to increased efficiency, reduced production time, and cost savings. The paper discusses key components of progressive press tools, including die sets, strip layouts, punches and blanking units, guiding and alignment systems, and feed and transfer systems. These components are optimized to achieve maximum efficiency and minimize material waste. Factors such as material selection, die configuration, punch profiles, strip layout optimization, and tool life considerations are taken into account during the design optimization process. The design and manufacturing of a tool for a component starts from the detailed study of the component. To manufacture a cost effective tool and to decide upon the design parameters, the required inputs and constrains are very keenly considered. The priority of any design will be customer need and requirement, which includes the aesthetics appeal of the part to be produced, its features like tool life, costing, and maintenance and technical specification are accurate and related to press data. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is highlighted as a valuable tool for analyzing the structural integrity and performance |