Overview
The Eagle SH Series is engineered for demanding production work that requires constant pressing force. These hydraulic production presses excel in applications like deep drawing, mold forming, die spotting, plastic forming, acoustic materials, insulation, and other tasks where consistent tonnage and control are essential.
Unlike mechanical presses, the SH Series uses hydraulic cylinders, which removes many of the constraints tied to fixed mechanical linkages—offering greater flexibility, smoother force curves, and better control over the forming process.
Key Features & Capabilities
- Constant Force & Versatility
- Hydraulic pressing allows for maintained force over the work-stroke, ideal for operations where partial strokes or “holding” force are needed.
- Modern Controls & Integrated Hydraulics
- State-of-the-art PLC control systems, integrated hydraulic circuit blocks, manifold-based systems for efficient hydraulic flow and responsive performance.
- Frame Construction Option
- Available in both post-type or straight-sided gib-guided frames, giving you options depending on space, rigidity, precision, and tooling layout.
Enhanced Press Features
- Pivoting upper platens
- Slide locking devices
- Rolling bolsters
- Quiet hydraulic components
- Built-in overload protection
- Centralized lubrication systems
- Custom Design to Fit Application – SH Series presses are built to match your production, including bed size, tonnage, stroke, and speed. Eagle designs each unit for large scale and for sustained performance in heavy or complex forming tasks.
Typical Applications & Use Cases
- Deep drawing operations where material needs forming under steady force over long strokes.
- Mold and die forming, where full closing force and long dwell times are key.
- Die spotting / try-outs and mold verification: checking fits under load.
- Applications in plastics, acoustical materials, insulation, and similar industries that need consistent pressing rather than high speed stamping.
Why Eagle SH Series Hydraulic Press Stands Out
- Combines constant pressing force with modern hydraulics to give you applications that were traditionally mechanical’s domain.
- Flexible design lets you tailor presses precisely to your needs—less overbuild, better performance.
- Strong construction and safety-oriented features help ensure long equipment life and operator reliability.
- Eagle’s experience (since 1959) with hydraulic and production presses adds assurance for durability, support, and customization.
Typical Spec Checkpoints
When evaluating or ordering an SH Series press, make sure to define:
- Required pressing force / tonnage and how that force needs to be applied (stroke length, hold time, etc.).
- Bed / bolster dimensions (Left-Right, Front-Back) to ensure your tooling fits.
- Stroke length, shut height, and daylight clearance.
- Frame type: do you need post-type or straight-sided / gib-guided?
- Control and safety options (PLC + sensors, overload protection, platen pivoting, slide locks, etc.).
- Hydraulic circuit and features: will you need manifold blocks, fast approach / return speeds, cooling, etc.
- Maintenance features: lubrication, ease of access, etc.
Contact & Ordering
If you’re considering an SH Series press for your facility, let’s size something that works. We’ll help with:
- Tonnes / force & production requirement
- Tooling / die dimensions
- Required stroke, shut height, clearances
- Drive / hydraulic circuit needs & controls
- Safety and accessory options
Reach out to PRI today to discuss how the SH Series can be configured for your production pressroom—longer dwell times, heavier forming, or more consistent force, whatever your need.
