ASCENT™
STANDARD HYDRAULIC PRESSES
Hydraulic Presses Engineered for Efficiency
Up to 50% Lower Cost & Lead Time than Custom Machinery
Beckwood’s Ascent™ line of standard hydraulic presses is pre-engineered for fast shipment and cost efficiency. Through our standardization of the press designs, Ascent™ customers can reduce their lead times by up to 70% compared to custom machinery at a lower cost, without sacrificing quality or performance. These presses can be shipped as-is, or used as a starting point to incorporate advanced options like heated platens, rubber pad forming boxes, and bed shuttles—guaranteed to have lower lead times than a fully custom build. Our Ascent™ models are now available faster than ever before, with a delivery time as little as just 20 weeks.
Reliable American Made Quality
All Ascent™ presses are designed, manufactured, serviced, and supported in the USA by our industry-leading team of factory-trained experts, so you can rest assured knowing your press is backed by Beckwood.
Standard Hydraulic Press Configuration Options
Our Ascent™ standard press machines are available in many unique working area and tonnage combinations to provide our customers with a broad range of quick-ship solutions for their forming and assembly needs. Available configurations are as follows:
Additional Options
Tool Mounting
Custom T-slot sizing and location
Tapped hole pattern
Quick die change clamps, rollers and consoles
Guarding
Light curtains
Fixed hard guards or hinged guarding
Area scanners
HPU Location
Crown Mount
Skid Mount
Remote Mount
Heated Platens
Electric
Hot Oil
Hot Water
Steam
Rubber Pad Box
Consult with Sales Engineer for desired forming area
Daylight
Increased daylight as desired
Controls
Custom recipe parameters / cycle profile
Integration with supplemental equipment
| Model | Tonnage | Bed Size | *Daylight | Stroke | Speeds IPM (FA/P/R) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100-2424 | 100 | 24x24 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 100-2448 | 100 | 24x48 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 100-2472 | 100 | 24x72 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 100-3636 | 100 | 36x36 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 100-3648 | 100 | 36x48 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 100-3672 | 100 | 36x72 | 36" | 36" | 107 / 0-54 / 112 |
| 200-2448 | 200 | 24x48 | 36" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-2472 | 200 | 24x72 | 36" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-3636 | 200 | 36x36 | 36" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-3648 | 200 | 36x48 | 36" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-3672 | 200 | 36x72 | 36" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-4848 | 200 | 48x48 | 48" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-4860 | 200 | 48x60 | 48" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 200-4872 | 200 | 48x72 | 48" | 36" | 86 / 0-33 / 112 |
| 300-3636 | 300 | 36x36 | 36" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 300-3648 | 300 | 36x48 | 36" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 300-3672 | 300 | 36x72 | 36" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 300-4848 | 300 | 48x48 | 48" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 300-4860 | 300 | 48x60 | 48" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 300-4872 | 300 | 48x72 | 48" | 36" | 121 / 0-22 / 203 |
| 400-4848 | 400 | 48x48 | 48" | 36" | 85 / 0-15 / 203 |
| 400-4860 | 400 | 48x60 | 48" | 36" | 85 / 0-15 / 203 |
| 400-4872 | 400 | 48x72 | 48" | 36" | 85 / 0-15 / 203 |
Ascent™ Standard Hydraulic Press FAQs
What Does Infinite Life Classification Mean?
All Ascent™ models feature a gib-guided frame designed to the Infinite Life classification for ultimate precision and rigidity. Using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software, we engineer press frames that eliminate fatigue from anticipated wear. Find out more about FEA and Infinite Life Classification.
Are Add-Ons Available for Ascent™ Models?
Yes. With models ranging from 100 tons to 400 tons, a wide range of frame sizes, and options for added safety and productivity, this line is highly configurable to meet the demands of any manufacturing operation. No matter the industry or forming process, an Ascent™ press will improve your production.
Is Ascent™ Really Better Than Buying Used?
Used hydraulic press equipment naturally comes at a lower price point than buying new, which makes them an enticing choice from a purchasing perspective. However, what buyers don’t see hiding behind that lower price tag are tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars of potential costs that only arise once the machine is in use. Poor maintenance history, true tonnage capacity, and forming accuracy (or inaccuracy) can all be stubboringly hidden or conveniently omitted until it’s far too late.
We designed the Ascent™ line to serve as a cost-effective alternative to used hydraulic presses that often come with hidden start-up or integration costs. Now you can get reliable quality, speedy delivery, and a pleasant price point, all without any of the risks that come with buying used.
