Beckwood Press Company, a manufacturer of custom hydraulic and servo-electric presses, automation systems and the Triform line of precision forming equipment, was recently awarded a contract by Metal Forming Industries to manufacture a 200-ton hydraulic forming press. Scheduled for delivery later this year, the press will make copper components for the utility industry.

The custom four-post press will offer 200 tons of force with a Delta high-speed motion controller to achieve positional accuracy within ±0.005” (±0.13 mm) or better. A 20-ton ejection cylinder will strip the finished part from the tool and present it for easy removal. To overcome the deflection caused by point loading of the tool, the press structure will feature additional rigidity. With a fast approach speed of 373 inch/min (9.5 m/min) and a retract speed of 299 inch/min (7.6 m/min), the press will decrease Metal Forming Industries’ current cycle times by 50%.

Also included is Beckwood’s proprietary Pre-Preventive Maintenance system (PPM) which uses closed-loop monitoring to analyse system performance and notify operators and maintenance crews when service is necessary. It is possible to monitor pump efficiency, safety system status, filter cleanliness, valve performance, oil condition and more from the press HMI to prevent unplanned downtime.

“Metal Forming Industries approached us wanting to increase speed, accuracy, and precision in their forming operation,” says Beckwood sales engineer Caleb Dixon. “Through consultation and creative engineering we were able to design a press that will meet their operational needs for years to come.”

For further information
www.beckwoodpress.com