Taurus Receding Head Beam Presses
Taurus receding head beam presses provide a flexible and powerful solution for industrial die cutting applications where easy access to the cutting area is important. The moving head design allows the pressing beam to retract away from the working area, giving operators improved access for positioning materials and cutting dies before each cutting cycle.
Taurus beam presses are assembled in the UK by Cutting Systems UK and can be configured around individual manufacturing requirements. Our engineering team can consider the materials being processed, cutting dies, working area, required cutting force and production workflow before recommending an appropriate receding head press solution.
What Is a Receding Head Beam Press?
A receding head beam press is a hydraulic die cutting machine designed so that the pressing head can move away from the cutting area between cutting cycles. This opens the working surface and provides the operator with clear access for positioning material, arranging cutting dies and removing finished components.
Once the material and tooling are correctly positioned, the head moves into the cutting position and the hydraulic system applies the force required to press the cutting die through the material.
After the cutting cycle, the head retracts again, reopening the working area ready for the next operation.
Why Use a Receding Head Press?
The principal advantage of a receding head design is accessibility. Moving the pressing head away from the cutting area gives operators greater freedom when loading materials and positioning cutting dies.
This can be particularly useful when working with larger pieces of material, multiple cutting dies or applications where the operator needs regular access to a substantial cutting surface.
- Excellent access to the cutting area.
- Easy positioning of materials and cutting dies.
- Powerful and consistent hydraulic die cutting.
- Suitable for larger or more complex cutting layouts.
- Accurate and repeatable cutting performance.
- Flexible configurations for different manufacturing requirements.
How Does a Receding Head Beam Press Work?
The material is positioned on the cutting surface while the pressing head is retracted, leaving the working area accessible. The operator can then position the required cutting die or dies according to the components being produced.
When the cutting cycle begins, the head moves into position above the cutting area. Hydraulic pressure is then applied, forcing the cutting dies through the material and into the cutting surface below.
Once the cut is complete, the press releases and the head retracts, allowing the finished components to be removed and the material repositioned for the next cycle.
This combination of an open working area and controlled hydraulic cutting makes receding head presses a versatile option for many industrial die cutting operations.
What Materials Can Be Processed?
Taurus receding head beam presses can be used to die cut a broad range of flexible and semi-rigid materials. Depending on the application, these can include foam, rubber, gasket materials, textiles, technical fabrics, plastics, insulation materials and other specialist industrial products.
The most appropriate machine configuration depends on the characteristics of the material, its dimensions and thickness, the cutting dies being used and whether single or multiple layers need to be processed.
Where Are Receding Head Presses Used?
Receding head beam presses can be used across numerous manufacturing sectors where components are produced using shaped cutting dies. The accessible working area makes them particularly useful where materials or tooling need to be regularly positioned and adjusted by the operator.
Applications can include automotive components, gaskets and seals, foam products, insulation, technical textiles, packaging and specialist industrial components.
Because the cutting process is determined largely by the tooling, the same underlying press technology can be adapted to produce a wide variety of different components.
Receding Head or Fixed Head Beam Press?
Both receding head and fixed head beam presses use hydraulic pressure to cut components using shaped dies. The main difference is how the operator accesses the working area.
On a fixed head beam press, the pressing beam remains positioned above the cutting area. With a receding head beam press, the head moves away between cutting cycles, providing more open access to the cutting surface.
The best option depends on the material, cutting die arrangement, component dimensions and production workflow. Where frequent access to the cutting surface is beneficial, a receding head configuration can offer significant practical advantages.
UK-Assembled Taurus Receding Head Beam Presses
Taurus beam presses are assembled by Cutting Systems UK at our production facility in Rushden, Northamptonshire. Machines incorporate carefully selected European control, hydraulic and pneumatic components together with UK-manufactured guarding that can be adapted to suit individual installations.
UK assembly allows different machine configurations to be considered according to the customer’s requirements. Working area, cutting force, material handling and other aspects of the machine can therefore be considered as part of the overall production application rather than treating the press as a fixed off-the-shelf product.
Customers can also have the opportunity to see their machinery during assembly and testing before installation within their production facility.
Choosing the Right Taurus Receding Head Beam Press
Specifying the correct receding head press requires consideration of the complete cutting process. Material characteristics, cutting dies, required working area, cutting force, production volumes and operator access should all be considered together.
Cutting Systems UK takes an engineering-led approach to machine selection. We’ll discuss what you’re cutting, how the components are currently produced and what you need the new machine to achieve before recommending an appropriate Taurus configuration.
Why Choose Cutting Systems UK?
Because Taurus beam presses are assembled in the UK by Cutting Systems, customers have direct access to the engineering team responsible for specifying, assembling and supporting their machinery.
Our involvement can continue throughout the working life of the machine, from initial consultation and configuration through to installation, commissioning, operator training and ongoing servicing.
- UK-assembled Taurus beam presses.
- Machine configurations tailored to individual applications.
- Practical advice from experienced cutting system engineers.
- Professional installation and commissioning.
- Operator training where required.
- Long-term servicing, spare parts and technical support.
Speak to Our Engineering Team
If you’re considering a receding head beam press, speak to Cutting Systems UK about your application. We’ll discuss the materials you’re processing, the cutting dies you’re using and the production workflow you need to achieve before recommending an appropriate Taurus solution.
Contact Cutting Systems UK today to discuss Taurus receding head beam presses and find a machine configured around your manufacturing requirements.