Trim Press
Trim Press Equipment for Foundry Castings
ATD Engineering & Machine manufactures heavy-duty trim presses for foundry and casting finishing applications. Designed for removing gates, runners, flash, and excess material from cast components, our trim press equipment supports efficient post-casting operations across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous foundry environments. Engineered for long service life and reliable performance, ATD trim presses are built to withstand the demands of continuous production.
pRODUCT oVERVIEW
From new trim press installations to rebuild and modernization projects, ATD Engineering & Machine provides trim press equipment engineered for reliable operation, repeatable trimming performance, and long service life in demanding production environments.
Available in capacities ranging from 30 to 250 tons, ATD trim presses are designed around the specific requirements of the application, including die configuration, part geometry, production volume, and workflow considerations. As each press is designed and fabricated in-house, tooling, controls, and structural features can be configured to support the needs of the operation.
Key Features
ATD trim presses can be configured with a range of system options to support die handling, part ejection, operator safety, cycle time, and efficient use of production space.
- Shuttle Tables: Sliding table configurations for efficient loading and unloading of dies and parts outside the primary press area.
- Automatic Ejection: Automated removal of trimmed castings from the press after the trimming cycle.
- Press-Thru Platens: Platen configurations that allow trimmed parts to pass through the press after the trimming operation for efficient part handling.
- Vertically Parted Die Compatibility: Press configurations designed to accommodate vertically parted dies used in specific casting and trimming applications.
- High-Speed Ram: High-speed ram movement for faster press cycling and improved production efficiency.
- Safety Ratchets / Catchers: Mechanical safety systems designed to help prevent unintended ram movement and provide additional protection during press operation and maintenance.
- Crown-Mounted Hydraulics: Hydraulic components mounted in the press crown, keeping the hydraulic package off the floor and freeing up space within the production cell.
ATD 100 Ton Trim Press:
Heavy-duty vertical trim press for high-capacity casting trimming and finishing applications.
Types of Vertical Trim Presses
ATD 50 Ton Trim Press:
Compact vertical trim press for lower-tonnage casting trimming and finishing applications.
Which Model is Right for You??
The appropriate trim press capacity depends on casting size, flash thickness, and production requirements.
Lower-Tonnage Presses (30–50 Tons)
Suitable for smaller castings and lower-volume production cells, particularly where floor space is limited.
Ferrous Castings (150 Tons and Up)
ATD’s 150-ton and larger trim presses can also be used for ductile iron and gray iron castings.
Mid-Range Presses (75–150 Tons)
Suitable for many permanent mold and die-cast trimming applications requiring moderate press capacity and repeatable trimming performance.
Application-Specific Configuration
Bed size, die dimensions, part geometry, and available automation options can be matched to the specific trimming application.
Higher-Tonnage Presses (200–250 Tons)
Suitable for larger castings, thicker flash, and high-cycle production applications where greater press capacity, rigidity, and repeatability are required.
As an experienced trim press manufacturer, ATD Engineering & Machine provides hydraulic trim press casting that supports a range of casting and finishing operations across foundry production environments.
Applications
Die Casting Flash Removal
Trimming flash and excess material from aluminum, zinc, and other die-cast components.
Casting Deflashing
Removal of flash and excess material from cast components as part of post-casting finishing operations.
Permanent Mold Casting Finishing
Removal of gates, runners, and other excess material from gravity and low-pressure permanent mold castings.
Gate & Riser Removal
Separation of gates, runners, risers, and other casting features from finished or semi-finished components.
Ductile & Gray Iron Casting Trimming
ATD’s 150-ton and larger trim presses can be used to remove gates, runners, and excess material from ductile iron and gray iron castings, in addition to non-ferrous work.
High-Volume Casting Production
Repeatable trimming operations for production environments requiring consistent cycle performance and part handling.
LIFECYCLE SUPPORT
Have Existing Equipment?
Extend the service life of an aging trim press through ATD rebuild and modernization services. Depending on equipment condition and requirements, our team can remachine critical surfaces and upgrade controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other key components to restore reliable press performance.
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Need Something Non-Standard?
When a standard trim press does not meet your die, floor-space, or production requirements, ATD's engineering team can develop a custom press configuration around your application.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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A trim press removes excess material such as flash, gates, runners, and overflow from cast, forged, or molded components. In foundry operations, trimming is typically part of the post-casting finishing process before further finishing or assembly.
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Yes. ATD can rebuild and modernize existing trim presses, including critical mechanical components, controls, hydraulics, and pneumatics, depending on the condition and requirements of the equipment.
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ATD trim presses are engineered specifically for foundry and casting applications, with configurations such as shuttle tables, press-thru platens, and crown-mounted hydraulics designed around trimming and production requirements.
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Yes. Available options such as shuttle tables and automatic ejection can be configured to support automated part handling and production workflows.
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The appropriate press capacity depends on factors such as casting size, flash thickness, die configuration, part geometry, and production requirements. ATD offers vertical trim presses ranging from 30 to 250 tons.
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Yes. ATD trim presses can be configured around specific die requirements, including bed size, daylight, stroke, loading method, and vertically parted die applications, subject to the press model and application requirements.
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Yes. ATD’s trim presses at 150 tons and above can be used for ductile iron and gray iron castings, as well as non-ferrous castings such as aluminum and zinc.
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