25/04/2025 By CNCBUL UK EDITOR Off

What is 2600 Tonnes Screw Press?

A 2600-tonne screw press is a heavy-duty industrial forming machine used primarily in metal forging applications. The “2600 tonnes” refers to the nominal pressing force or capacity the machine can exert—2600 metric tons (26,000 kN) of force. Here’s a technical breakdown:

🔧 What Is a Screw Press?

A screw press is a type of mechanical press where force is generated by rotating a screw shaft that drives a ram or slide downward to compress or form material—commonly metal blanks. It’s widely used for hot forging, cold forging, and powder compaction processes.

🔩 Working Principle (Mechanics)

A rotating flywheel (driven by an electric motor or hydraulic motor) stores kinetic energy.
This rotational energy is transmitted to a vertical screw.
The screw converts rotational motion into linear motion, driving the ram downward.
The ram applies massive force on the workpiece placed on the lower die.
The press can be electromechanical or hydraulically actuated.

💪 Why 2600 Tonnes?

2600 tonnes of force allows the press to deform large billets of steel, aluminum, titanium, or other metals.
Suitable for large-scale forging of components such as:
- Crankshafts
- Axle beams
- Gears
- Turbine disks
- Aerospace or automotive parts

🏗️ Technical Features of a 2600-Tonne Screw Press

Feature	Description
Pressing Force	2600 tonnes (26,000 kN)
Drive System	Electric motor + flywheel or hydraulic motor
Screw Type	Single or double thread, vertical orientation
Stroke	Customizable, often ~200–600 mm
Energy Source	Electrical energy stored in flywheels
Control System	Modern ones use PLC or CNC for precise control
Cooling & Lubrication	Essential for screw and nut assembly
Forging Speed	Moderate; between hydraulic and crank presses