Gib-guided presses, also known as straight-sided presses, are the frame style of choice for demanding applications where precision matters most. These presses offer the most precise method for ram guidance, making them an ideal choice for use in the aerospace, defense, medical, and energy industries. All press types—hydraulic, mechanical, and servo-electric—can be configured to support a gib-guided frame.
How Do Gibs Work?
Gibs are precision press components that guide the reciprocating motion of the ram to maintain superior squareness and parallelism throughout the stroke. They are designed to fit tightly into a corresponding slot or channel in the press frame, creating a precise sliding surface for the ram. Because gibs are fully adjustable left-to-right as well as front-to-back, you’re guaranteed to maintain precise tolerances for the life of your press. Beckwood offers gib-guided press systems with either 4-point or 8-point gibs and self-lubricating, graphite-impregnated bronze wear strips to provide the most precise level of ram guidance.
Custom Gib-Guided Press Capabilities
A custom gib-guided press from Beckwood is engineered-to-order and tailored to your exact needs. Force on these custom machines can be as low as 2 tons or exceed 10,000 tons, and working areas can be scaled to accommodate the largest and smallest die sets. Gibs can be configured alongside a variety of other press customization options including electric heating elements, quick die change systems, added safety features, and more. This versatility makes a gib-guided frame style suitable for a range of applications from assembly to forging and beyond.
Want to see what a gib-guided press can do?
Check out this 800-Ton hydraulic model that we custom-built for Weldmac.
Check out this 800-Ton hydraulic model that we custom-built for Weldmac.
Standard Gib-Guided Hydraulic Presses
Need a precision hydraulic press, but don’t have time to wait? Ascent presses by Beckwood are a standard line of gib-guided hydraulic presses pre-engineered for cost efficiency and fast shipment. Simply select your forming area size and choose from 4 tonnage capacities, then receive your press in as little as 10-12 weeks. Learn about this product line and browse our full range ofthe Ascent standard hydraulic press models.
