Patent ID: 6612148
Filing Date: 2003-09-02
Classification: B30B

Abstract:
A mechanical press comprising:a frame having a press head configured to reciprocate along a first longitudinal axis; a base pivotable between a load position and a working position; a linkage member coupling said press head and said base; wherein said press head and said base each include features configured to allow respective attachment of a first tool and a second tool, said press head in a first position being operative via said linkage member to place said base in said load position, said press head in a second position away from said first position and axially toward said base being operative via said linkage member to place said base in said working position; second wherein said press head further includes a third position away from said second position and axially toward said base configured to actuate said first and second tools with respect to a workpiece so as to effect an operation; wherein said linkage member comprises a tie-rod; wherein said press head includes a cylinder having a piston disposed therein configured to reciprocate along a second longitudinal axis parallel to said first longitudinal axis, a first end of said tie rod being rotatable coupled to said piston.