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====Overview====

====Overview====

The hydraulic press has many uses including installation and removal of press fit parts as well as metal forming and punching. The press consists of a pump and hydraulic cylinder that moves down towards the table as the handle is cycled.  As long as the cylinder moves the force will remain fairly low. When the cylinder stops moving the hydraulic pressure in the system will start to build. As the force increases so does the risk. Pieces that are subjected to a high amount of force can shatter or explode. Make sure you are aware of what is happening and don't keep pumping on the handle and increasing the force without knowing what is occurring.

The hydraulic press has a 58 mm ram and has many uses including installation and removal of press fit parts as well as metal forming and punching. The press consists of a pump and hydraulic cylinder that moves down towards the table as the handle is cycled.  The ram can also be powered using compressed shop air but should only be done so with the shop techs supervision.  As long as the cylinder keeps moving the force will remain fairly low. When the cylinder stops moving the hydraulic pressure in the system will start to build. As the force increases so does the risk. Pieces that are subjected to a high amount of force can shatter or explode. Make sure you are aware of what is happening and don't keep pumping on the handle and increasing the force without knowing what is occurring.

Make sure you have a full understanding of what you are attempting to accomplish before attempting a risky situation. Ask a supervisor if you have any questions. Its important to properly set up the press before performing a job. When setting up the press, the table needs to be moved to the proper height to accommodate the work piece. You want to avoid extending the ram farther than needed to prevent material from tipping over. Always make sure you will have enough ram travel to perform the task at hand. The release valve handle will need to be turned fully clockwise to allow the system to build pressure. It is imperative that you keep the work piece from tipping or slipping to the side while applying force. You should use a guide when pressing in a pin to prevent the pin or rod from slipping while installation. Keep an eye on the force gauge to verify your work piece is not sticking or hanging up. When the piece is pressed to its maximum travel pressure will start to build and could cause damage if you keep cycling the handle. Be aware of when you part bottoms out and avoid applying more force at the end of your parts travel than needed.

Make sure you have a full understanding of what you are attempting to accomplish before attempting a risky situation. Ask a supervisor if you have any questions. Its important to properly set up the press before performing a job. When setting up the press, the table needs to be moved to the proper height to accommodate the work piece. You want to avoid extending the ram farther than needed to prevent material from tipping over. Always make sure you will have enough ram travel to perform the task at hand. The release valve handle will need to be turned fully clockwise to allow the system to build pressure. It is imperative that you keep the work piece from tipping or slipping to the side while applying force. You should use a guide when pressing in a pin to prevent the pin or rod from slipping while installation. Keep an eye on the force gauge to verify your work piece is not sticking or hanging up. When the piece is pressed to its maximum travel pressure will start to build and could cause damage if you keep cycling the handle. Be aware of when you part bottoms out and avoid applying more force at the end of your parts travel than needed.

====Demonstration====

====Demonstration====