Case Study: 60T Split-Type Automatic Hydraulic Press for Glove Box Applications
April 3, 2026
Project Overview
In March 2026, Hench delivered a customized 60-ton split-type automatic hydraulic press to a leading new materials company in Pakistan. The system was specifically designed for glove box environments, enabling high-precision sample preparation for solid-state battery research.
The solution is part of our advanced Automatic hydraulic press lineup, engineered to meet strict laboratory and material science requirements.
Key Information
- Customer: New Materials Company, Pakistan
- Application: Sulfide solid electrolyte pelletizing and lithium metal electrode forming
- Equipment Model: HAP-60FS 60T Split-Type Automatic Hydraulic Press (Glove Box Version)
- Installation Date: March 2026
- Service Support: Remote commissioning, technical guidance, and operator training
Customer Challenges
Extreme Environmental Sensitivity
Sulfide solid electrolytes and lithium metal are highly sensitive to moisture and oxygen. Traditional manual presses cannot maintain a fully sealed environment, leading to oxidation, material degradation, and inconsistent test results.
Low Production Efficiency
Manual pressing required approximately 20 minutes per batch, with density deviations exceeding ±3%. This limited experimental throughput and delayed research progress.
Inconsistent Operation
Manual control of pressure, holding time, and release depended heavily on operator experience. This often resulted in uneven density, sample damage, and increased trial-and-error costs.
Limited Space in Glove Box
Conventional integrated presses occupied too much internal space, restricting the placement of other equipment and increasing contamination risks.
Hench Solution
Split-Type Structural Design
The system adopts a split-type structure, separating the control unit from the pressing module. The pressing unit is installed inside the glove box, while the control system remains outside. This design:
- Reduces internal space usage
- Prevents powder contamination of electrical components
- Improves safety and maintenance accessibility
High-Precision Pressure Control
- Pressure range: 0–60 tons
- Control accuracy: ±0.1 ton
- Programmable multi-stage process: up to 30 steps (pressing, holding, releasing)
- Holding time: adjustable from 0 to 999 seconds
This ensures consistent pressure application and keeps density variation within ±1%.
Safety and Compatibility
- Automatic pressure relief with cylinder limit protection
- Emergency stop and leakage protection
- Reinforced safety door with visual window
- Fully compatible with inert gas glove box systems
Supporting Services
Customized Integration
Hench optimized the system based on the customer’s glove box dimensions (1500 × 900 × 800 mm), ensuring seamless installation and operation.
Professional Training
We provided bilingual training covering:
- Parameter setup
- Mold maintenance
- Troubleshooting
This enabled the customer’s team to operate the system independently.
After-Sales Support
- 1-year warranty with lifetime technical support
- Regular system check-ups
- Process optimization guidance
Application Results
Significant Efficiency Improvement
Sample preparation time was reduced from 20 minutes to 4 minutes per batch, increasing efficiency by more than 5 times and supporting high-throughput experiments.
Improved Data Consistency
- Smooth sample surfaces without oxidation or cracking
- Density variation controlled within ±1%
- Improved repeatability for research and publication
Simplified Operation and Enhanced Safety
The automated process reduces manual intervention. Operators only need to load and unload samples, minimizing errors and ensuring full environmental protection.
Better Space Utilization
The split design freed up approximately 30% of glove box space, allowing better equipment layout and improved laboratory efficiency.
Customer Feedback
“The 60T split-type automatic hydraulic press perfectly matches our glove box environment. It solves the key challenges of handling sensitive materials while significantly improving efficiency. The system is easy to use, highly accurate, and supported by a very professional technical team. It has become essential for our solid-state battery research.”
Conclusion
With its split-type structure, precise automated control, and full-service support, Hench provides a reliable solution for sensitive material pressing in controlled environments. This system is ideal for advanced applications such as solid-state batteries, metallic glass, and perovskite materials, helping laboratories improve efficiency, consistency, and safety.
