What are the advantages of horizontal hydraulic press machine?

Horizontal hydraulic press machine is a special structure of hydraulic press machine, its table and slide movement direction for the horizontal direction, compared with the traditional vertical hydraulic press machine, horizontal hydraulic press machine in some specific application scenarios have unique advantages. So what are the advantages of horizontal hydraulic press machine?

1.Suitable for machining long shafts and large parts

Horizontal hydraulic press machine horizontal working direction makes it particularly suitable for processing long shaft parts, tubes and large thin-walled parts. For example:

Shaft parts processing: such as automobile transmission shafts, machine tool spindles, etc., straightening, stretching or press fitting.

Tube processing: e.g. expanding, reducing or bending of steel tubes.

Large thin-walled parts: such as large thin-walled structural components in the aerospace field, horizontal hydraulic press machine can avoid parts in the vertical direction of the gravity deformation.

2.Reduced equipment height and space saving

The structural layout of the horizontal hydraulic press machine makes the overall height of the equipment lower, compared with the vertical hydraulic press machine, it requires less height in the workshop, and is more suitable for installation and use in plants with limited space. In addition, the footprint of the horizontal hydraulic press machine is relatively small, enabling more efficient use of workshop space.

3.Easy and safe operation

The operation position of horizontal hydraulic press machine is usually closer to the ground, so the operator can load and unload the material and adjust the mold more easily. At the same time, due to the horizontal direction of movement of the table and slide, the operator can more easily observe the process, reducing the safety hazards brought about by the obstruction of the line of sight.

4.Reducing the impact of part weight

When machining large or heavy parts, vertical hydraulic press machine may be affected by the weight of the parts, resulting in reduced machining accuracy or deformation of the parts. Horizontal hydraulic press machine can effectively reduce the interference of self-weight on the machining process due to the horizontal placement of parts, improving machining accuracy and quality.

5.Easy automation integration

Horizontal hydraulic press machine work horizontally making it easier to integrate with automation equipment, for example:

Automated loading and unloading system: it can be easily integrated with automated equipment such as conveyor belts and manipulators to realize automated production.

Multi-station processing: Horizontal hydraulic press machine can be designed as a multi-station structure to realize continuous processing and improve production efficiency.

6.Convenient mold replacement

Mold installation and replacement is usually easier in horizontal hydraulic press machine because the loading and unloading direction of the molds is parallel to the table, which makes it easier for the operator to operate. In addition, the mold structure of horizontal hydraulic press machine is relatively simple and less costly.

7.Suitable for special molding processes

Horizontal hydraulic press machine have unique advantages in some special molding processes, for example:

Stretch molding: Horizontal hydraulic press machine can better achieve stretch molding of long shaft type parts.

Bending: Horizontal presses can provide a more uniform force distribution for bending of tubes or plates.

Cold extrusion: The horizontal direction of motion of a horizontal hydraulic press machine is better suited to the cold extrusion process and can reduce the resistance to material flow.

8.Easy maintenance and overhaul

The structure of a horizontal hydraulic press machine is relatively simple, and the main components (e.g., hydraulic cylinders, molds, etc.) are easier to access and maintain. In addition, the hydraulic and electrical systems of the horizontal hydraulic press machine are well laid out for easy access and maintenance.

With its unique structure and working mode, horizontal hydraulic press machine has significant advantages in the fields of long shaft parts processing, large thin-walled parts molding, and automated production. It not only improves machining accuracy and efficiency, but also reduces the equipment’s requirement for plant space, while providing a safer and more convenient working environment for operators.

Recently, the Shanghai ANTISHICNC team received an inquiry from an automotive manufacturer. The customer needs to machine automotive drive shafts. Based on the customer’s workpiece information, we recommended a 200-ton horizontal four-column hydraulic press machine to the customer.

The 200-ton horizontal hydraulic press machine is placed in a horizontal position, which requires low height of the plant workshop. The machine’s charging tank and valve master cylinder are far lower than common vertical hydraulic press machine, so it is easier to overhaul and maintain. Horizontal hydraulic press machine provides convenience for the installation of some heavy molds, which can be lifted and lowered vertically by using aerial cranes, etc., and is not limited by the hydraulic press machine slide beam.

Remark: The above parameters are for reference only, the actual parameters of the machine please refer to the technical program of Shanghai ANTISHICNC.

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Keywords: Hydraulic Press Machine, Horizontal Hydraulic Press Machine, Three Beam Four Column Hydraulic Press Machine