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•    Author:  Joseph C. Benedyk

•    Author's Company:  Illinois Institute of Technology, Light Metal Age

•    Title:  Sophisticated Hydraulics at the Heart of the Modern Aluminum Extrusion Press

•    Volume:  Vol. 75, No. 2

•    Year:  2017

•    No. Pages:  4

•    Description:  Based on discussions with leading aluminum extrusion press manufacturers, this article presents an overview and examination of recent innovations in hydraulic systems utilized in aluminum extrusion presses, including the merging of hydraulicss with electric gear drive systems. It also discusses energy and cost savings with non-hybrid hydraulic systems, reducing the hydraulic system footprint, noise and vibration control, electrical controls and software, safety and maintenance, as well as the upgrading of hydraulic systems in older presses.

•    Companies Mentioned:  SMS group, Presezzi Extrusion, OMAV, UBE Machinery, Turla, Tecalex America, Bosch Rexroth

Product Code: SOPCAIVH27