Hydraulic Presses
Vacuum Lamination Presses
Lamination defects in multilayer PCB manufacturing rarely announce themselves early. Trapped air, outgassing volatiles, and inconsistent resin flow work quietly through the press cycle and surface later, as delamination, dimensional instability, or reliability failures in the field. By then, the cost is no longer just scrap. It’s rework, schedule compression,…
30 Ton Vision Series Hydraulic Vacuum Press
Precision Vacuum Molding for Rubber, Composite, and Polymer Applications The Vision Series 30 Ton Hydraulic Vacuum Press is designed for precision molding applications where air entrapment, moisture, and thermal variation can compromise part quality. This compact, self-contained press integrates hydraulic compression, vacuum control, and precise thermal management to support rubber…
A Hydraulic Press Manufacturer That Lasts
French Oil has been a hydraulic press manufacturer in Piqua, Ohio since 1900. Four generations of family ownership. One location. Over a century of engineering knowledge that never left the building. We started with oilseed processing equipment, and by 1908 we had introduced one of the first steel hydraulic presses…
Hydraulic Molding Press: Automotive Manufacturing
Monitoring Process Parameters: Quality Assurance Redefined French Oil has harnessed Lean manufacturing concepts and automotive quality standards to craft an optimal performance system for its hydraulic presses, including the hydraulic molding press. With an electric monitoring system, every process parameter is meticulously assessed against preset tolerances, ensuring unrivaled part quality…
Hydraulic Platen Press: For Military Applications
Empowering Aerospace and Defense Excellence French Oil offers a range of proven and rugged hydraulic presses, including a lamination and hydraulic platen press, developed both by French and TMP, spanning capacities from 50 to 2,000 tons. The engineering team at French can personally tailor each press to suit a diverse…
Hydraulic Press Machine – How Callaway Golf Balls Are Made
Golf is a sport that has been around for centuries. With any sport, the equipment used in the game has evolved over time. One such piece of equipment that has seen many advancements is the golf ball. Most notably, the Callaway brand golf ball has come a long way. But…
Mold Injection Press – 7 Operational Errors to Avoid
Injection molding is a widely used manufacturing process in which molten plastic is injected into a mold cavity under high pressure, then cooled and solidified to form a desired shape. Injection molding presses are complex machines that require careful maintenance and operation to ensure consistent production and avoid costly mistakes.…
Hydraulic Press Advanced Controls
Our hydraulic presses feature technologically advanced PLCs, delivering better processing accuracy. At customer’s request, additional features such as light curtains are available on all models. All presses are shipped directly from our Piqua, Ohio facility. The experienced team of French Oil Mill Machinery Company technicians provides service and maintenance support…
Hydraulic Press Repair, Maintenance, and Inspection Checklist
Purchasing capital equipment, such as hydraulic molding presses and related systems, represents a major investment for companies. Maintaining a hydraulic press system at its peak efficiency is a crucial part of getting the most value out of the investment and reducing the need for hydraulic press repair. Review the hydraulic…
Risks of Buying Used Hydraulic Press Machines
If your company bonds or molds rubber, composites, or other materials, your equipment’s performance directly influences production quality and efficiency. It can be tempting to explore used hydraulic presses to cut upfront costs. However, that decision comes with serious risks every operation should evaluate carefully. While the savings from buying a used…