The work performing elements are configured for lockable displacement on the upper holder assembly, with the displacement being along both X and Y axis relative to the upper holder assembly. The repetitive stroke work system also includes a workpiece repetitive positioning device configured with at least one initial work stop for use while performing an initial work operation and at least one subsequent work stop for use while performing subsequent work operations. The upper holder assembly is displaceable along a Z axis so as to bring the work performing elements in to operational contact with a workpiece deployed on the workpiece repetitive positioning device.
