Gasbarre has been building powder compaction presses for nearly 50 years and during that time advancements have helped improve these pieces of machinery, but nothing like what we recently accomplished with our new hydraulic press!  The Gasbarre team spent countless days and hours working through all aspects of our Hydraulic Press to meet and exceed our customers’ needs today.  We believe with these enhancements we have created a best in class Press that will surely improve your bottom line!  Read on to seethe list of changes and benefits that came with them!

Physical

Change

Surround guarding around all above-floor hydraulics

Aesthetic upgrade (rounded corners, etc)

Lighter guarding

Sliding doors

Powder coated

Pre-designed guarding

See-through front panel

Benefit

Mitigates pressure injection hazard

Appeals to customer desire for an upgraded plant floor appearance

Easier to move/remove

Reduced need for panel removal – easier access for maintenance and troubleshooting

Easier to wipe down, resistant to scratches, chipping, etc.

Not custom fit and molded from scratch.  Easier to order and replace if damaged.

Allows natural light into service area

Hydraulics

Change

Fixed Displacement Vane Pumps changed to Variable Displacement

HPU Layout Simplified

Integrated Manifold Design

Upper Ram Manifold Moved Lower

Smaller Control Valves System-Wide

Fewer valves

Benefit

Fewer parts, no unloading circuits (plumbing/valving reduction) More reliable

Easier to get to in order to service (waist level)

30% fewer leak points
Centralized area for service/troubleshooting

No ladder needed for service/maintenance

More accurate/repeatable
50% Less Expensive

Fewer leak points and less expense

Higher reliability
Better availability

Capabilities

Change

Full Tonnage on All Levels

Shorter Cycle Times

Case Drain Flow Indication Via Sensor on All Pumps (7)

Pressure Transducers – 34 Total

Dual Flow & Temperature Sensors

Particle Counter & Water Content Sensor

Resolution of Linear Transducers Halved

Progressive Filter Status

Industry 4.0

Benefit

Vastly Increased Capabilities

Higher throughput, easier ROI for customer

Indicates health of pump via HMI

Measure tonnage on every level
Easier troubleshooting

Monitor critical parameters such as cooling water

Oil health – #1 contributor to failures

Reduced source of error (1 vs. 0.5 micron)

Warning of need for filter change in advance of need

Diagnostics & Production information Preventive Maintenance

Delivery

Change

34-38 weeks standard.  If engineering required, 44-48 weeks.

Benefit

Faster ROI for customer

Why Choose Gasbarre?


Service


When manufacturers select Gasbarre, service comes first.  It is the mission of all of our members to ensure that our customers installed equipment is  producing product effectively and efficiently.  Gasbarre’s commitment to service has been a driving factor of our success.

Expertise


Gasbarre’s expertise in design, engineering, machining, fabrication, and assembly has been earned over nearly 50 years in business. Our engineers, technicians, and assemblers have extensive experience in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic applications, providing the breadth and depth of experience to support most any requirement.

Part of Your Business

The key to our success is based on listening to our customers’ needs and finding solutions to those needs. Most importantly, we continue to work closely with each customer after the sale to ensure all of their needs are met. Gasbarre becomes an extension of our customers’ business, a part of their success

Core Competencies

We custom design machinery, machine and fabricate, and assemble. Our engineering staff is equipped with the latest software technology, including 3D modeling. We consistently maintain and upgrade our fabrication, machining, and assembly equipment to ensure that we produce quality, cost effect components and assemblies. Please give us a call if you would like to learn more about where we are going. Call(814.371.3015) or email ([email protected]) us today!

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