The header pipe punching press with automatic indexing creates up to 40 pairs of slots on each pipe (for a maximum 40 panels). The header pipe is cut with 2 rectangular type slots at the same time for each panel. The pipe is then automatically indexed for the next panel and the pipe punched again. The indexing is variable via computer indexing control, which enables the panel spacing to be easily changed if required. Cycle time to punch and move to next punch position is 6 seconds approximately.