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WHIO Profile: French’s Achievements in Piqua, Ohio
French Oil Mill Machinery Company was proud to be featured in a WHIO story about Piqua’s most prominent manufacturing companies. The station distinguished French as a company that has successfully stayed family-owned for more than 120 years while innovating the hydraulic press industry in our Piqua, Ohio facility. Remembering Our History in Piqua, Ohio WHIO…
Read MoreUNI-TEMP Heated Platen Technology
UNI-TEMP Heated Platens Improves Process Profitability French’s novel UNI-TEMP heated platens and two-phase heat transfer technology generate stable and controlled temperatures that rise and fall while maintaining a temperature of +/-3°C. The specialized platens have a unique thermal ability to rapidly distribute even heat. So, UNI-TEMP allows the use of one single-zone standard temperature controller…
Read MoreIncrease Productivity & Production Efficiency with Custom Press Systems
Every company would like to lower costs and increase profitability, but many businesses may not know where to start. Learn how French’s custom hydraulic press systems can help businesses increase productivity, improve production efficiency and reduce operating costs. Improve Your Processes with French Oil Mill Machinery Company Many companies focus on improving their operation and…
Read MoreHonoring Daniel P. French, 50 Years of Service at French Oil Mill Machinery Company
In early February 2020, many helped celebrate Daniel French, our company Chairman and CEO, on his 50 years of service with the French Oil Mill Machinery Company. Dan joined the company in 1971 first working in the factory as a machine tool operator. He worked his way up in the company to become the third…
Read MoreThe Top Manufacturing Issues of 2021: Dayton Region Manufacturers Association
The Dayton Region Manufacturers Association (DRMA) advocates for the manufacturing industry in the Dayton Region, providing programming, education, and peer-to-peer connectivity opportunities for members serving the aerospace, agricultural, medical, construction, defense, and other markets. It represents over 200 manufacturers and has 340 member companies, including French. DRMA conducts an annual survey to better understand the…
Read MoreFrench on the Rust Belt Rundown Podcast
Tayte French Lutz, French’s Director of Marketing, was happy to participate in the “Rust Belt Rundown” podcast. Episode 5 of the bi-weekly podcast covered her career journey, French’s origin story, and the state of manufacturing in Ohio. Click Here to listen to the full podcast. Rust Belt Rundown The Rust Belt Rundown is a podcast…
Read MoreAutomated Machinery and Automated Robotics to Streamline Production
As a leading innovator in the hydraulic press industry, French has remained focused on moving the industry forward with cutting edge technology for over 100 years. This mission is derived from the basic concept of translating technological advancements into a product or enhancement that creates value for our customers. Recently, we have been on the…
Read MoreFrench Releases Video Showcasing 100 Ton to 275 Ton Hydraulic Presses
We have been custom designing and manufacturing hydraulic press models to meet unique requirements for over 100 years. In 1908, French Oil marketed a 24,000 pound hydraulic press to the oilseed industry to extract vegetable oil out of cottonseeds. Since then, we have continuously innovated our designs and adapted our technology. Now, they can be…
Read MoreHydraulic Press Machine Series for Rubber and Silicone Molding
When consistent performance, energy efficiency, and precision matter most in silicone compression molding, manufacturers rely on equipment engineered to the highest standards. For more than a century, French Oil Mill Machinery Co. has set the benchmark in hydraulic press design — crafting reliable, cost-effective solutions for molding rubber, silicone, and composite components across diverse industries. Engineering Excellence for…
Read More200 Ton Hydraulic Press Design for Automotive Manufacturing
200 Ton Hydraulic Press Press construction: 4-post down-actingMolding process: Compression moldingPlaten size: 40” L/R x 40” F/BCapacity: 200 ton press (adjustable)Daylight opening: 30”Platen type: Electrically heated to 500 °FIndustry application: Automotive parts As a custom hydraulic press manufacturer, our sales and engineering teams work closely with our customers to design molding systems that optimize their…
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