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Next Project: 200 Ton Straight Sided Servo Hydraulic Press Built for Ohio Heavy Machinery Manufacturer
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Earlier this year, a heavy industrial machinery manufacturer based in Ohio connected with us at an industry event, seeking a high-tonnage press solution to support their metal forming operations. After initial discussions, they followed up through our website, outlining their need for a versatile, servo hydraulic press that could handle demanding forming, straightening, and assembly tasks with precision and safety.
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Consultation & Configuration: Key Features and Customization
Our engineering team worked closely with their production leads to understand the scope of their operations and the types of components they handle. Based on their requirements, we recommended the MHS-SV Series Straight Sided Servo Hydraulic Press, configured at 200 tons (1962 kN) of pressing force.
Key features of this build include:
Movable cylinder head for flexible die positioning
Adjustable working table height for ergonomic access
Dual-speed operation via joystick and hand pump
Stroke limiters and pressure regulation for repeatable cycles
Safety light curtains and emergency stop systems for operator protection
PLC and HMI touchscreen interface for intuitive control
This configuration offered the ideal balance of power, control, and adaptability for their high-volume forming line.
Our servo system allows for greater accuracy of the moving platen stopping position and offers very significant energy savings.
Our Straight Sided Servo Press feature advance Safety PLC control with large color HMI screens with easy to read graphics – all at no extra charge. See all press functions and parameters on a clear visual layout, and easily change anything on the fly. Now that is real control.
Design & Assembly
The design and assembly of the 200 Ton MHS-SV Servo Hydraulic Press began with a detailed engineering review to ensure the frame could withstand continuous high-force operations without deflection. Our team fabricated the reinforced steel structure, machined the platen surfaces for precision alignment, and integrated the servo-hydraulic system with dual-speed control. The movable cylinder head and adjustable working table were configured for ergonomic access and flexible tooling setups. During assembly, technicians installed the PLC and HMI interface, calibrated the stroke and pressure sensors, and verified all safety systems—including CAT4 light curtains and emergency stops—to meet industrial compliance standards. Every step was executed in-house at our Cambridge facility, ensuring full control over quality and performance.
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On The Floor
Once the design was finalized, our fabrication and assembly teams began making the press at our Cambridge facility. The reinforced H-frame structure was welded and machined to absorb high loads with minimal deflection. Our technicians installed the servo-hydraulic system, wired the control panels, and calibrated the sensors for accurate stroke and pressure feedback.
Smoothly our team was aligning the cylinder head, testing the hydraulic system, and verifying safety protocols—all part of our commitment to precision and quality.
Final Touches
Before shipment, our team carried out a final series of precision checks and refinements to ensure the press met every performance benchmark. The hydraulic system was flushed, filled, and pressure-tested to verify smooth operation under load. Servo parameters were fine-tuned to optimize response times and positioning accuracy, while stroke limits and pressure feedback loops were calibrated for consistent cycle control.
All electrical and safety components—including the Safety PLC, light curtains, and emergency stop circuits—underwent a final validation to ensure full compliance with industrial safety standards. Cosmetic finishing and labeling were completed, including the application of durable paint coatings, safety decals, and data plates for traceability.
Each subsystem was documented, and a complete operation and maintenance manual was prepared for the customer. The result: a fully verified, production-ready hydraulic press that not only meets but exceeds the client’s original performance and safety requirements.
Quality Assurance & Documentation
Before delivery, the 200 Ton MHS-SV Servo Hydraulic Press underwent a comprehensive final inspection and performance verification process. Our quality assurance team conducted a series of load, cycle, and safety tests to confirm that every system operated within specification and met MetalPress Machinery’s strict internal standards.
Each test cycle was monitored and recorded through the PLC and HMI interface, ensuring accuracy in stroke position, pressure consistency, and repeatability. Hydraulic lines were inspected for integrity and leak-free performance, and electrical systems were validated for signal stability and proper grounding.
All safety features—light curtains, emergency stops, interlocks, and pressure limiters—were tested under simulated production conditions to ensure operator protection and compliance with safety requirements.
Following testing, our documentation team prepared a complete QA report package, including:
Detailed inspection checklists and calibration records
Servo and hydraulic system performance logs
Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Maintenance and operation manuals
Spare parts list and warranty documentation
Each press leaves our facility with a traceable quality record, giving our customers full confidence that their equipment is production-ready, compliant, and built for years of reliable service.
Ready for Shipment
With testing complete, the press was wrapped and secured for transport. It now awaits pickup at our Cambridge facility, ready to support heavy-duty forming operations at the client’s Ohio plant.
This project reflects our ability to deliver custom hydraulic press solutions that meet the evolving needs of North American manufacturers—combining engineering precision, responsive support, and long-term reliability.
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