Process Control Upgrades & System Modernization
Accudyne provides comprehensive control system upgrades designed to bring legacy hydraulic presses up to modern manufacturing standards. By replacing obsolete components with advanced programmable logic, we help manufacturers improve cycle repeatability and achieve the data transparency required in high-spec industries.
Accudyne Engineering specializes in process control upgrades for custom and third-party hydraulic presses. These modernizations replace legacy relays with advanced PLC systems, integrate Industry 4.0 data acquisition, and support real-time thermal and pressure monitoring to improve precision in SPF, composite forming, and lamination cycles.
Extending Equipment Life Through Intelligence
Mechanical frames often outlast the electronics that control them. Upgrading your controls allows you to retain proven structural assets while gaining the precision, visibility, and supportability of a modern machine.
Eliminate Component Obsolescence
Replace hard-to-find relays and outdated controllers with current, supported hardware.
Improved Cycle Repeatability
Digital control over pressure, temperature, and position helps ensure parts are produced to more consistent specifications.
Advanced Data Acquisition
Capture and archive key process variables for quality assurance, traceability, and regulatory support.
Enhanced Safety Integration
Retrofit modern safety protocols, including light curtains and interlocking systems, into existing workflows.
Process Control Upgrades – Accudyne Hydraulic Presses
Modern Control Features for Complex Processes
Our engineering team designs custom control architectures built around the actual physics of your manufacturing process, not just generic automation logic.
- Programmable PLC Integration: Industry-standard platforms such as Allen-Bradley for reliable, high-speed logic processing.
- Precision Position Control: High-resolution linear transducers and proportional valves for accurate ram positioning.
- Multi-Zone Thermal Management: Advanced PID loops for more consistent platen heating and cooling control.
- Pressure & Gas Management: Programmable ramp rates for hydraulic pressure and gas forming applications such as SPF.
- Human-Machine Interface: Intuitive touchscreen displays with real-time trending, process databases, and error logging.
- Network Connectivity: Integration with manufacturing networks for remote monitoring and centralized data visibility.
Ready for the Future of Manufacturing
Modern aerospace, defense, and medical manufacturing require more than a finished part. They require a documented, traceable, and reviewable process.
Real-Time Trending
Visually monitor process variables as they happen so deviations can be identified before they become defects.
Process Archiving
Automatically save cycle data for long-term traceability, quality review, and manufacturing analysis.
Remote Diagnostics
Optional network interfaces allow faster troubleshooting and more responsive technical support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Accudyne upgrade a press manufactured by another company?
Yes. Our engineering team has experience modernizing control systems on a wide range of third-party hydraulic presses.
How long does a typical control system upgrade take?
Timeline depends on project complexity, but we work to reduce downtime through pre-assembled control panels and streamlined on-site integration.
What information do I need to provide for an upgrade quote?
We typically need information on your current control platform, your desired process improvements, and core machine details such as tonnage and number of heating or control zones.
Ready to Modernize Your Manufacturing Assets?
Do not let obsolete controls limit your production capabilities. Talk to our engineering team to see how a control upgrade can improve the performance, reliability, and visibility of your existing equipment.