Used Ram Press For Ceramics

A ram press or ram press is a machine invented in the usa in the mid 1940s that is used to press clay into moulded shapes such as plates and bowls.

Used ram press for ceramics.

In operation a slice of de aired clay body is placed in between two shaped porous moulds and vertical movement of the moulds presses the body into the required shape. Comprehensive supplier for the ceramist we offer a complete line of ceramic materials equipment and supplies. The ram press is a hydraulic press originally used as a forming method in the porcelain industry. Gypsum cement plaster is commonly used but more permanent materials have been developed and are being used where applicable.

In addition to a standard line of equipment ram designs and builds systems machines and components to meet your needs. Is an original equipment manufacturer of hydraulic presses and other equipment for the ceramics industry. Including clays glazes kilns potter s wheels tools. The ram process is the mechanical hydraulic plastic pressing of ceramic shapes with permeable dies.

The ram process and ram dies are described on the following pages.