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A pneumatic press derives its primary
mechanical action (such as shearing, punching, bending, forming,
drawing, extruding, assembly, or other action) from a pressure
source by means of compressed air. Such presses are used in
mechanized binderies for a variety of purposes, and, although they
cannot supply the extreme pressures available with the hydraulic press, they do offer the advantages of speed of operation and
cleanliness.
A fully pneumatic power press differs from a mechanical
or hydraulic press,
which may use pneumatic systems
to only activate a brake/clutch, slide counterbalance or other
systems but that uses mechanical means or hydraulic fluid
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Pneumatic press
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Operator Involvement
The operator is responsible for feeding or placing the stock on
the bottom die, seeing that it is properly positioned, activating
the press cycle with a pressure control switch, and removing the
completed part.
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Potential Hazards:
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As with other presses, the main hazard areas are located in or
around the point of operation.
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Material can be sharp, slippery, or difficult to
grasp.
Solutions:
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Pneumatic press |
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