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title: Benefits and Applications of the C-Frame Hydraulic Bench Press
description: Occupying a small space in a metalworking shop, the C-Frame bench press is not just handy with its applications, but also accommodating in its setting.
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# [Benefits and Applications of the C-Frame Hydraulic Bench Press](https://blog.dakecorp.com/en-us/benefits-and-applications-of-the-c-frame-hydraulic-bench-press)

 Written by [Dake Corp](https://blog.dakecorp.com/en-us/author/dake-corp) | Apr 7, 2021 5:30:00 PM

C-frame presses are a common type of hydraulic press. Sometimes known as a “gap-frame press,” the C-frame derives its name from and is easily identifiable by its letter-C shape. These versatile presses typically take up a minimal amount of space in a metalworking shop. Like other types of hydraulic presses, these versatile presses help numerous applications across all kinds of industries.

C-frame bench presses usually range in capacity from 4 to 12 tons with about 12” of ram travel. The higher-quality machines consist of heavy-duty steel construction, hydraulic cylinders designed to withstand up to 3,000 psi, and safety features that prevent the ram from moving until the operator’s hands are clear.

Because of a C-frame’s three open sides, they can handle various material shapes and sizes.  C-frame bench presses are often utilized for jobs that require a smaller bed size and lower tonnage.

 

**The Dake** [**C-Frame Bench Press Model 28-612**](https://dakecorp.com/products/c-frame-press/c-frame-bench-press-28-612) **with optional pedestal**

 

##### **Benefits of a C-Frame bench press**

In addition to the advantage of its open sides, C-frame presses offer several other benefits that include:

- Smaller footprint: C-Frame presses typically take up minimal floor space compared to most other hydraulic presses.
- More access points: C-frame presses provide easier removal of finished parts and make die maintenance and adjustments simpler.
- Ease of use and efficiency: The C-frame’s design also reduces stroke deflection while increasing work accessibility.
- Cost-effective: The C-frame bench press costs less when compared to other hydraulic press types.

 

##### **Applications of a C-Frame bench press**

While a C-frame bench press has numerous applications, one of its mainstays is stamping. Stamped parts are shaped from sheet metal using a die that has been machined into the shape of a part. The press’s ram pushes the metal through the die forming the part’s shape.

Manufacturers can also perform other metalworking processes, such as:

- Assembly: Fastening multiple parts together.
- Bending: Moving a metal strip or sheet around a straight axis and applying stress. The bend is permanent after the stress is removed.
- Blanking: Forcing a punch through a sheet of metal and into a die. The punched-out part is retained.
- Coining: Compressing the surfaces of a workpiece within a closed die.
- Compaction: Creating a part through the compression of powdered material.
- Crimping: Another assembly technique using a press and tool to fold and flatten material so that two pieces are securely fastened together.
- Draw and deep draw work: Pulling metal through a tapered die, which stretches it into a thinner shape.
- Embossing: Producing imprinted designs in sheet material using male and female dies.

 

**Various Embossed Parts (Photo Credit:** [**August Schmits**](https://www.asmetal.de/en/products/embossed-parts/)**)**

 

- Forming: Converting flat sheet metal into a 3-D part.
- Piercing: Punching a hole into a sheet metal plate or part.
- Press fitting: Assembling parts with an interference fit.
- Staking: Connecting two parts by creating an interference fit between them.
- Straightening: Bending, twisting, or stretching metal to correct deviations from straightness.
- Trimming: A cutting or shearing operation on a previously formed part.

The length of the list testifies to the versatility of C-frame bench presses in particular and hydraulic presses in general.

 

##### **Talk to the hydraulic press experts at Dake**

And if you have any other questions about the C-frame bench press (or any other metalworking equipment, for that matter), talk to one of the Dake professionals.

Fill out our [contact form](https://dakecorp.com/contact), call us at 1-800-937-3253, or [email](mailto:customerservice@dakecorp.com) us.

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