ABSTRACT
The application of hydraulic presses is so diversified that everyone's daily life is touched by products that have been produced or processed by hydraulic presses. The hydraulic press exists in countless variations, sizes, and complexities and is used by nearly every industry engaged in manufacturing. Despite the diverse nature of the hydraulic press, the principle of operation is simple to one familiar with basic hydraulics. That principle is that force equals pressure multiplied by the area to which the pressure is applied:
Force = pressure X area In the practical application of this principle, a pressurized liquid (hydraulic fluid) is used to actuate one or more hydraulic cylinders to develop the desired force. For example, if 500,000 kgf (Kilogram-Force) is required, and pressure of 200 kgf/cm2 is available, then the minimum required area is 2500 cm2 (500,000 = 200 X 2500).
