Custom Features:
- (4) 8” diameter chrome housing posts with graphite impregnated bronze bushings for superior ram guidance and rigidity
- Dual hydraulically actuated bed shuttles for loading and unloading – each with mold capacity of 5,000 lbs
- Ejector system – each shuttle equipped with a lower 4-ton ejector outside press area with 10” stroke
- Area scanners provided for increased operator safety
- Bolt on expanded metal guards with safety interlocks cover the side openings
- Kidney loop filter/cooler circuit with thermostatically controlled fan motor
- Calculated Ram Speeds: Approach: 75 IPM; Pressing: 0-21 IPM; Stripping: 0-28 IPM; Return: 249 IPM
Common Features on Beckwood Presses:
- Heavy duty box beam design for superior rigidity and modular tie rod assembly utilizing pre-tensioning nuts for optimum performance
- Fully adjustable Parker cylinders with full rated tonnage throughout the stroke
- PressLink Remote Support module for complementary diagnostics & troubleshooting
- Dual linear and pressure transducers in the main ram cylinders for optimal reliability and redundancy
- Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC, programmable control system with touch screen HMI and Recipe Functionality
- Structure designed for Infinite Life in accordance with rigorous simulation analysis through FEA (Finite Element Analysis) design testing
- Backed by Beckwood’s industry leading dedicated service and support team
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Tonnage | 500 |
| Application | General Forming, Pre-forming |
| Industry | Automotive |
| Frame Style | 4-Post |
| Special Features | • Dual Bed Shuttles • Area Scanners for added safety |
| Intended Use | Used to pre-form and cure rubber tires for industrial vehicles |





