scope:

Purpose:

This specification provides a standard for the manufacture, performance, inspection, and procurement of a hot forming, sizing, and straightening press. This standard lists minimum requirements and is not to limit design advances.

Classification:

The equipment shall be classified press, hydraulic, front and side loading, hot forming and sizing. The presses shall be of the following types and sizes.

Type:

The customer shall have the option of one of the following types:

Type I - "C" Frame, single action hot form and size.

Type II - "C" Frame, combination double action hot dray form and size.

Type III - Four-post type, single action hot form and size.

Type IV - Hydraulic Press Brake, single action form and size.

Size:

Type I - 48 inch depth, and lengths of 48", 60" or 72".

Type II - 48 inch depth, and lengths of 48", 60" or 72".

Type III - 30 inch depth, and lengths of 24" or 30".

Type IV - 30 inch depth and 192 length

intended Use:

The machine described by this specification is intended for use in the aerospace manufacturing industry and provides a means of hot forming and sizing of materials in matched dies.