The formers main feature is that it is an all-in-one process, from cutting the material to shaping it.
A separate process is not needed to supply material that has already been cut, resulting in no intermediate stock. Moreover, compared to the vertical press, formers are superior because they can produce at an overwhelmingly high speed, allowing them to produce a large volume of lots.
In addition, by changeover of the tools, it is possible for one former to form many types of parts. In turn, formers have high production rates and a wide processing range.