Big and small, hydraulic presses shoot out parts in all sizes, be they Class A automotive panels or deep-drawn cases for medical applications. Proponents of the technology love the flexibility such formers bring. Operators can dial-in ram force, which stays consistent throughout the stroke. And the increased dwell time means more time for forming. European metalformers long have considered hydraulic presses indispensable and North American parts makers have found out that their counterparts were on to something. Here's a look at recent installations, here and abroad, showcasing just what these machines can do - using all the benefits traditionally associated with hydraulic presses along with some new twists.
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