Case Study

Hydraulic Production Punching System

CLIENTPlastic Enclosure Manufacturer
DATEAugust 2026
STATUSANONYMIZED
Project PhotographyTo be replaced with real photos
FIG. 01 — HYDRAULIC PRODUCTION PUNCHING SYSTEMREV A

Hydraulic Production Punching System

Replaced a manual arbor-press punching process with a hydraulic system and interchangeable tooling.

The Challenge

The Challenge

A manufacturer was manually producing features in plastic enclosures using an arbor press and breaker bar. The process required significant operator effort and produced inconsistent results.

Engineering

Engineering

ReShape designed a hydraulic actuation system, custom punch and die tooling, and a supporting fixture to hold the enclosure during punching.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

All components were CNC machined and fabricated in-house.

Implementation

Implementation

The completed system was installed and validated on the customer's production line.

Results

Results

  • Reduced operator effort
  • Improved repeatability
  • Faster production
  • Interchangeable tooling

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