how do hydraulic presses work
How the Hydraulic Press works. Since the hydraulic press works on the basis of Pascal's Law, its working is similar to the one of the hydraulic system. A hydraulic press consists of basic components used in a hydraulic system that includes the cylinder, pistons, the hydraulic pipes, etc.The working of this press is very simple.The system comprises of two cylinders, the fluid (usually oil) is poured in the cylinder having a small diameter.n simple words, a hydraulic press is a machine that makes use of the pressure exerted on the fluids to crush something. Joseph Bramah invented the hydraulic press, hence it is also known as the Bramah Press.