Compression Molding Press
Beckwood Press Company
Fenton, MO
636-343-4100
www.beckwood.com
Beckwood Press Company, a company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of custom hydraulic presses, automation systems, and the Triform line of precision forming equipment, was recently awarded a contract by the United States Army—Natick Soldier Research, Development & Engineering Center (NSRDEC) to produce a custom 1,000-ton hydraulic press that will be used to consolidate ballistic composites in a compression molding application.
With a 36" × 36" forming area, programmable Active Leveling Control (ALC), and quick die change features, the new press will be flexible enough to support NSRDEC’s Research & Development efforts. Beckwood’s proprietary multi-axis ALC system uses a high-speed motion controller, linear transducers, and proportional valves to synchronize the press’ actuators and maintain bed-to-ram parallelism despite off-center loading.
To provide additional forming flexibility, Beckwood will manufacture two sets of platens in addition to the main bed and ram bolsters. The first will offer steam-heating capability, and the second will offer electrical-heating capability with temperatures up to 600°F. When the heated platens are not in use, Beckwood’s intuitive controls system will regulate the temperature settings within NSRDEC’s existing steam-heated and electrically-heated tooling. Four water modulation valves and four air purge valves will also be provided for rapid cooling.
Like all Beckwood presses, the structure will be designed to the Infinite Life classification using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software. The computer-aided simulation, which mirrors real-world manufacturing stresses, ensures the press is robust enough to handle the most taxing applications. Additionally, Beckwood’s PressLink™ remote support module offers fast, complimentary troubleshooting and facilitates program updates without the need for an on-site service visit.
The U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development & Engineering Center (NSRDEC) specializes in warfighter science and technology development. Composed of a diverse workforce of scientists, engineers, technologists, and equipment designers, the NSRDEC is redefining combat by developing new and innovative ways to protect soldiers through advanced research that supports ever-evolving threats.
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