Composite Forming Press Systems

Accudyne manufactures high-performance composite forming presses (for thermoset, thermoplastic, RTM, BMC, SMC, ballistic / armor applications) engineered for the demanding requirements of advanced material manufacturing. Our systems provide the precise pressure and temperature control needed for high-strength, lightweight structural components used in critical applications.

Accudyne Engineering manufactures custom composite forming presses for aerospace, defense, automotive, and other advanced manufacturing industries. These systems are designed for processing thermoset and thermoplastic resins and can include high-tonnage capacities from 15 to over 2500 tons, heated platens, vacuum-capable configurations, and advanced PLC controls for consistent thermal distribution and cycle repeatability.

Custom Specifications for Structural Forming

We engineer composite presses around your specific part geometry, resin system, and production goals, moving beyond the limitations of standard general-purpose machinery.

Tonnage Range: Custom force configurations from 15 tons to 2500 + tons.
Platen Dimensions: Bed sizes ranging from self-contained compact lab units to large-scale 98 in. x 60 in. working areas (and larger).
Heating Methods: Electric, thermal fluid (hot oil), or infra-red heating options for platens up to 800°F and above.
Press Architectures: Choice of 4-post, slab-side, or fabricated frame-type designs to optimize rigidity, parallelism and deflection control.
Process Controls: Advanced data acquisition and PLC systems, including platforms such as Allen-Bradley, for real-time monitoring and cycle repeatability.

Precision Control for Complex Composites

Manufacturing primary and secondary structures for aerospace, defense, and other advanced industries requires equipment that can handle the unique demands of composite formed components, preforms, and curing cycles. Accudyne systems are engineered to support quality and consistency through every stage of production.

Flatness and Parallelism

Platens and bolster working surfaces are ground flat and parallel and precise guidance of the moving bolster ensures parallelism throughout the stroke.

Thermal Management

Integrated heating and cooling systems are designed to provide consistent resin curing cycles.

Automated Handling

Integration with material loaders, shuttle systems, and related automation to improve throughput and production efficiency.

Supporting Critical Infrastructure

Accudyne’s composite forming press designs supports manufacturers with process flexibility and consistency in demanding production environments.

Aerospace & Defense

Structural airframe components, aircraft interior panels, luggage bins and brackets, ballistic panels, and more.

Automotive & EV

Lightweight body panels, chassis components, and interior panels.

Medical Devices

Specialized bonding and lamination components for medical devices, prosthetics and related assemblies.

Research & Labs

Scalable R&D presses for evaluating new resin systems, fiber reinforcements, and forming methods.

Engineering FAQ

Does Accudyne support both thermoset and thermoplastic forming?

Yes. Our systems are engineered to handle the different heating and cooling profiles required for both thermoset resins and high-temperature thermoplastics as well as RTM, BMC, SMC, vacuum assisted and bladder molding applications.

Can automated part-handling systems be integrated?

Yes. We offer custom automation solutions, including shuttle tables, material handling and robotic interfaces, to improve return on investment and reduce unit costs.

What level of thermal uniformity can be achieved?

Through multi-zone heating and precision-drilled platens, we engineer thermal performance around your curing and processing requirements to support tight, repeatable results.