A hydraulic press machine is an industrial machine that applies controlled hydraulic pressure to rubber or polymer compounds in a mould, compressing them at precisely controlled temperature and pressure for a defined cure time. The combination of heat and pressure causes the rubber compound to vulcanise — transforming it from a soft, unformed compound into a finished, dimensionally stable rubber product.
Modern Industries manufactures two hydraulic press series under the MODERN brand:
Both series are available in 13 standard models (platen 300×300 mm to 1200×1200 mm) with three structural configurations — Pillar Type, Frame Type, and Window Type — and three heating options: Electric, Steam, and Thermic Oil.
The heating platens on all Modern Industries presses are manufactured from high-grade steel and ground to fine tolerances. This precision grinding delivers:
13 standard models from 300×300 mm (37T) to 1200×1200 mm (600T). All models: Pillar Type, Electric heating, 210 Kg/cm² working pressure, 1500 RPM motor.
| Model | Platen Size (mm) | Capacity (T) | Ram Dia (mm) | Ram Stroke (mm) | Motor HP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI-HP-12 | 300 × 300 | 37 | 150 | 150 | 2 HP |
| MI-HP-14 | 360 × 360 | 65 | 200 | 300 | 2 HP |
| MI-HP-16 | 410 × 410 | 100 | 250 | 300 | 3 HP |
| MI-HP-18 | 460 × 460 | 150 | 300 | 300 | 3 HP |
| MI-HP-20 | 500 × 500 | 200 | 350 | 300 | 5 HP |
| MI-HP-24 | 600 × 600 | 250 | 400 | 300 | 5 HP |
| MI-HP-28 | 710 × 710 | 300 | 450 | 300 | 7.5 HP |
| MI-HP-30 | 760 × 760 | 350 | 500 | 400 | 7.5 HP |
| MI-HP-32 | 810 × 810 | 400 | 500 | 400 | 10 HP |
| MI-HP-36 | 910 × 910 | 500 | 500 | 400 | 10 HP |
| MI-HP-40 | 1000 × 1000 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 15 HP |
| MI-HP-42 | 1060 × 1060 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 15 HP |
| MI-HP-48 | 1200 × 1200 | 600 | 600 | 400 | 15 HP |
All models run at 1500 RPM. Hydraulic pressure standardised at 210 Kg/cm². Daylight gap 300 mm standard (customisable). Electric heating standard — Steam and Thermic Oil available on request.
Same platen sizes and capacities as the MI-HP series, with two heating stations for higher production throughput. Ideal for high-volume moulding operations where one station can be loading/unloading while the other is in the press cycle.
| Model | Platen Size (mm) | Capacity (T) | Ram Dia (mm) | Ram Stroke (mm) | Motor HP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI-THP-12 | 300 × 300 | 37 | 150 | 150 | 2 HP |
| MI-THP-14 | 360 × 360 | 65 | 200 | 300 | 2 HP |
| MI-THP-16 | 410 × 410 | 100 | 250 | 300 | 3 HP |
| MI-THP-18 | 460 × 460 | 150 | 300 | 300 | 3 HP |
| MI-THP-20 | 500 × 500 | 200 | 350 | 300 | 5 HP |
| MI-THP-24 | 600 × 600 | 250 | 400 | 300 | 5 HP |
| MI-THP-28 | 710 × 710 | 300 | 450 | 300 | 7.5 HP |
| MI-THP-30 | 760 × 760 | 350 | 500 | 400 | 7.5 HP |
| MI-THP-32 | 810 × 810 | 400 | 500 | 400 | 10 HP |
| MI-THP-36 | 910 × 910 | 500 | 500 | 400 | 10 HP |
| MI-THP-40 | 1000 × 1000 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 15 HP |
| MI-THP-42 | 1060 × 1060 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 15 HP |
| MI-THP-48 | 1200 × 1200 | 600 | 600 | 400 | 15 HP |
All models run at 1500 RPM. Hydraulic pressure standardised at 210 Kg/cm². Daylight gap 300 mm standard (customisable). Electric heating standard — Steam and Thermic Oil available on request.
Every Modern Industries hydraulic press features a high-efficiency power pack designed for two distinct speed phases
Seals, gaskets, O-rings, anti-vibration mounts, grommets, and weather strips are all compression-moulded.
Rubber soles for slippers, sandals, and safety boots are compression-moulded.
Large-format rubber mats require wide platens for single-shot moulding without jointing.
Conveyor belt splicing presses and solid tyre moulding require high tonnage and large platen areas.
Industrial seals, flanged gaskets, and custom rubber profiles use the MI-HP-12 to MI-HP-24 range.
A hydraulic press machine is an industrial machine that applies controlled hydraulic pressure to rubber or polymer compounds in a mould.
Compressing them at precisely controlled temperature and pressure for a defined cure time.
The combination of heat and pressure causes the rubber compound to vulcanise — transforming it from a soft, unformed compound into a finished, dimensionally stable rubber product.
The integrated PLC allows for multiple programmable degassing strokes — brief pressure releases during the cure cycle that allow trapped air to escape from the compound before final cure.
Use this quick reference to match your product type to the right press tonnage. Final selection should be confirmed with our engineering team against your mould dimensions and compound specification.
| Product / Application | Typical Tonnage | Recommended Model |
|---|---|---|
| Lab samples / small test moulding | 37 – 65 T | MI-HP-12 / MI-HP-14 |
| Small rubber seals, O-rings, gaskets | 65 – 150 T | MI-HP-14 / MI-HP-18 |
| Footwear soles (slipper, sandal) | 100 – 200 T | MI-HP-16 / MI-HP-20 |
| Automotive seals, rubber components | 150 – 300 T | MI-HP-18 / MI-HP-28 |
| Industrial rubber mats (medium format) | 250 – 400 T | MI-HP-24 / MI-HP-32 |
| Safety footwear, thick rubber products | 300 – 500 T | MI-HP-28 / MI-HP-36 |
| Large rubber mats, industrial mouldings | 500 – 600 T | MI-HP-36 / MI-HP-40 |
| Conveyor belt, solid tyres, large format | 500 – 600 T | MI-HP-40 / MI-HP-48 |
The most widely used hydraulic press configuration for rubber moulding. Four heavy-duty steel pillars guide the moving platen with precision, ensuring parallel closure across the full platen face. High rigidity, excellent force distribution, and easy mould access from front and sides. Standard on all 13 MI-HP and MI-THP models.
A rigid steel frame construction (C-frame or H-frame) provides enhanced structural integrity for high-tonnage applications. The enclosed frame design reduces deflection under load, making it suitable for moulding products with tight dimensional tolerances — automotive rubber seals, gaskets, and precision industrial components.
The window type press allows access from all four sides — ideal for large mould changes and for inserting and removing fabric or metal inserts before moulding. Commonly used in conveyor belt manufacturing, solid tyre production, and large industrial rubber component moulding.
High-efficiency two-speed power pack — rapid closing + slow pressing eliminates air entrapment, prevents moulding defects without slowing cycle time.
Precision-ground platens — high-grade steel ground to fine tolerances. Uniform heat transfer across the full platen surface. Zero hot spots, zero flash.
Programmable degassing strokes via PLC — critical for high-density rubber products. Multiple degassing cycles per cure programmed into the HMI recipe.
Fully Automatic IN–OUT mould handling — reduces inter-cycle time and operator exposure to hot moulds.
Three structural types (Pillar, Frame, Window) and three heating options (Electric, Steam, Thermic Oil) — one supplier covers every configuration requirement.
Complete safety package — laser curtains, emergency stops, hydraulic interlocks — meets industrial safety standards for 3-shift production.
50+ years of press manufacturing from GIDC Umbergaon — after-sales service, spare parts, and commissioning support across India and 19+ export countries.
