French Oil Mill Machinery Co. engineers and manufactures high‑performance 4 post hydraulic press systems that deliver exceptional reliability, precision, and long‑term value. Also known as column presses or column hydraulic presses, these machines are built with the same advanced engineering and design principles as French’s industry‑leading sideplate presses. Each design ensures low deflection, consistent parallelism, and decades of dependable operation.
Column Hydraulic Press: Up or Down-Acting & 30 to 2,000 Tons Pressure
Each French 4 post hydraulic press—or column press—can be custom‑engineered to precise customer requirements, offering pressure capacities from 30 to 2,000 tons. These systems are available in both up‑acting and down‑acting configurations, delivering consistent performance for molding, forming, and composite applications that demand accuracy and uniform pressure.
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Engineered for Versatility and Performance
The French 4 post hydraulic press design provides superior flexibility across industries. Each column press system can be configured for transfer molding, composite molding, or compression molding, supporting a variety of materials and manufacturing processes.
French presses integrate seamlessly with modern automation and control technology, helping manufacturers shorten cycle times, reduce manual labor, and lower total cost per part. For operations focusing on precision, energy efficiency, and uptime, French’s column press designs stand apart for their robust construction and advanced data integration features.
Built on a Century of Hydraulic Press Expertise
With more than 120 years of hydraulic press design experience, French Oil Mill Machinery Co. has earned worldwide recognition for engineering excellence and long‑term reliability. Our 4 post hydraulic press systems—and every column press we build—are proudly made in the USA and supported for life, ensuring lasting performance and a strong return on investment.
200 ton compression hydraulic press
275 ton hydraulic press
600 ton column hydraulic press
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