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Superplastic forming presses

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SPF Presses are built with welded frames or on a 4-columns structure.

Their platens are made of ceramic blocks or refractory steel segments.

superplastic formingThe choice between these different technical solutions depends on the intended use of the press :
  • SPF-DB long cycles and laboratories: ceramic blocks on a press with welded frames
  • SPF and industrial applications: metallic segments on a 4 columns structures

With ceramic platens, economical design suitable for lab & long SPF-DB cycles.
Lower platen can be installed on a shuttle, giving easier access for tool loading.

This design is also convenient for small presses with metallic platens.

superplastic formingFor easy access to large parts and tools, the 4-columns design provides higher possibilities :
  • Lateral side may be used for shuttle for tool loading
  • Front side can be fitted with manipulator for blank & part
  • Spaces around the press may be organised for preparation, cleaning, tool cooling,...




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Machine range: from 60T to 3000T

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Tool and Part Handling


ACB designs complete installations for SPF and SPF-DB purposes with field-proven solutions for :
  • Tool handling in hot conditions
  • Tool pre-heating ovens
  • Tool cooling chambers
  • Blank & part handling

Quality of the part depends very often of their handling and of their cooling conditions.
Tool life-time are also significantly reduced in case of incorrect cooling and heating.

Economic operation of SPF presses depends of this environment.


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