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CARVER LOW PRESSURE PNEUMATIC PRESS
The Low Pressure Pneumatic Press from Carver, Inc. features a fully-threaded dual column design suited for many heated or non-heated applications including medical moldings, low pressure laminating and specialized R&D environments. These presses feature a clamping force range from 100 to 400 lbs. with other pressure ranges available. Also features a daylight opening of 0” to 4” and platen sizes range from 6” x 6”, 9” x 9” and 12” x 12” models. The Low Pressure Pneumatic Presses operate on compressed air, 90 PSI is the maximum.
For more information contact Carver, Inc., PO Box 544, Wabash, IN 46992-0544. Phone 260-563-7577. Fax 260-563-7625.
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NEW CARVER AUTO-FOUR PRESS FOR ASTM TEST SAMPLE MOLDING
 Carver, Inc. meets the more demanding requirements for molding test plaques in Class 5 polyethylene materials with two new “Auto-Four” bench top hydraulic compression presses, 15 or 30 tons clamp force. ASTM D4703 (formerly D1928) Procedure C demands accurate and controlled cooling from 180°C to 45°C. The “Auto-Four” presses have electrically heated 12” x 12” platens which are designed for automatic cooling with closed loop water or air cooled chiller systems.
These Carver “Auto-Four” presses are four post design with cast iron bolsters for maximum rigidity. Integral hydraulic power unit is completely self-contained and electrically operated. Fully programmable controls direct press functions and provide for recipe storage. Clamp area is fully guarded with interlocked operator gate.
Optional equipment for the “Auto-Four” includes chart recorders for data acquisition, chase frame molds for sample test plaque molding, and chillers for controlled cooling water. Multiple daylights are also available. The new presses maintain capabilities for Class 1 through Class 4 materials.
For more information contact CARVER, Inc., PO Box 544, Wabash, IN 46992-0544. Phone 260-563-7577. Fax 260-563-7625.
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AUTOMATIC PELLET PRESSES FROM CARVER
 AutoPellet Presses from Carver, Inc. are specially designed for preparation of pellets, primarily KBr specimens for infrared spectroscopy and X-ray. They are also used for briquette forming, compression strength testing and fluid extraction.
AutoPellet Presses are available in 25 ton and 40 ton clamp force models with rigid slab side construction for precise alignment. They are completely self-contained with integral safety shield and electrically powered hydraulic system. Microprocessor control system with digital display of force permits programmed operation. The 5” diameter platen is counter-bored for positive die alignment. The 25 ton model includes 13mm KBr pellet die, while the 40 ton model includes 31mm die for x-ray sample preparation.
A redesigned Carver Manual Pellet Press for an economic alternative to automatic presses is also available.
For more information contact Carver, Inc., PO Box 544, Wabash, IN 46992-0544. Phone 260-563-7577. Fax 260-563-7625.
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CARVER, INC. REDESIGNS WEBSITE
 Carver, Inc. has recently redesigned their website, www.carverpress.com. The site features a new design and offers updated product information and the latest news regarding Carver hydraulic presses and accessories. Product features and specifications are easily available to visitors, providing specifications on bench top, floor, auto series, pellet and ASTM presses and chillers; as well as product specifications for the new “E” Series Electric Press. Information about Carver’s complete line of laboratory press accessories, special application presses and custom presses is also available from the website.
Carver, Inc. standard press choices includes two-column and four-column, bench top and floor standing, and manual and automatic press with clamping capacities from 12 to 100 tons. Carver also offers special presses for specialized applications, and designs and manufactures custom made presses and accessories to suit customers’ specific application.
For more information contact Carver, Inc., PO Box 544, Wabash, IN 46992-0544. Phone 260-563-7577. Fax 260-563-7625.
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NEW ALL ELECTRIC E-SERIES
COMPRESSION PRESS FROM CARVER, INC.
 The E-Series all electric compression press for round-the-clock performance in a lab or on the production floor, is clean, quiet to operate and offers greater precision and reliability over hydraulic presses.
Especially suited to clean room and laboratory applications, they are ideal for compression molding rubber/elastomers, gum silicones and other testing procedures. Clamp force ranges from 1,000 lbs to 30 tons. Standard temperature range is to 650°F. Platen sizes range from 12" x 12" to 24" x 24".
Features include:
- User friendly operator interface
- Fully insulated, heated platens with cartridge heaters
- PLC controlled temperature, programmable heating/cooling capability
For more information contact Carver, Inc., PO Box 544, Wabash, IN 46992-0544. Phone 260-563-7577. Fax 260-563-7625.
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