Tooling machines
Hydraulic solutions for maximum precision, process stability and series production
Tooling machines in industrial use place the highest demands on precision, repeatability and process reliability. Universal Hydraulik specialises in hydraulic solutions for machine tool construction and develops high-performance hydraulic system solutions for OEMs and machine builders.
Universal Hydraulik's hydraulic systems are designed for reliable continuous operation and can be optimally integrated into modern tooling machines even when installation space is limited.
‘Hydraulic solutions from Universal Hydraulik ensure reproducible manufacturing processes, consistent machine movements and consistently high process quality.’
Hydraulics for tooling machines – typical areas of application
Hydraulic solutions from Universal Hydraulik are used in numerous tooling machines and production systems, in particular in:
- Machining centres
- Transfer machines
- Turning centres
- Drilling machines
- Milling machines
- Grinding machines
- Honing machines
- Gear cutting machines
Products & Solutions:
Hydraulic Solutions, Hybrid Heat Exchanger
Industrial hydraulics in tooling machines
Stable, low-maintenance and precisely designed
Hydraulic systems in tooling machines must operate continuously, with low vibration and high stability. Universal Hydraulik develops industrial hydraulic solutions with a focus on constant pressure, clean oil quality and reliable operation under changing loads and high cycle rates.
Precisely designed machine hydraulics are crucial for dimensional accuracy, surface quality and process reliability in series production.
‘Constant pressure conditions and clean hydraulic media are key factors for the precision of modern tooling machines.’
Typical requirements for hydraulic solutions in machine tool construction
- High process stability and constant pressure supply
- Compact hydraulic units for limited installation spaces
- Reliable continuous operation in automated manufacturing processes
- Low maintenance and high system availability
- Economical hydraulic solutions for OEMs and machine builders
Typical applications of Universal Hydraulik in tooling machines
Universal Hydraulik has many years of experience in the design and implementation of sophisticated hydraulic applications, including:
- Hydraulic clamping technology (chucks, clamping cylinders, clamping systems)
- Hydraulic power units for tooling machines and production plants
- Filtration solutions to ensure high oil purity
- Hydraulic oil cooling for thermal stabilisation of machine processes
- Retrofit and modernisation of existing machine hydraulics
"Sophisticated filtration and cooling of the hydraulics are crucial for consistent precision and long service life of tooling machines –
products and hydraulic systems from Universal Hydraulik
As an experienced system partner, Universal Hydraulik offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions for machine tool manufacturing:
- Customised hydraulic system solutions
- Clamping hydraulics for precise workpiece clamping
- Hydraulic pumps for industrial applications
- Filter solutions for clean hydraulic media
- Heat exchangers and cooling systems
- Compact hydraulic power units for tooling machines
Universal Hydraulik is best known for its technical expertise, practical application skills, and dependable hydraulic solutions in industrial engineering.
Frequently asked questions about hydraulics in tooling machines
Hydraulics are used in numerous tooling machines, in particular in machining centres, transfer machines, turning centres, drilling machines, milling machines, grinding machines, honing machines and gear cutting machines.
Universal Hydraulik implements hydraulic solutions for tooling machines, particularly in the areas of clamping technology, hydraulic power units and process-relevant machine functions where precision and process stability are crucial.
Hydraulics are a central component of modern tooling machines when it comes to precise clamping technology, stable processes and reliable continuous operation.
Effective hydraulic filtration is crucial for the performance and service life of tooling machines. Clean hydraulic oil reduces wear on valves, pumps and seals, extends service life and ensures reproducible, precise machine movements.
Universal Hydraulik relies on coordinated filter solutions to ensure consistently high oil purity and stable machine performance.
‘Only clean hydraulic oil enables constant pressure conditions and consistent precision in tooling machines.’
Hydraulic oil cooling is necessary when tooling machines are in continuous operation or are exposed to high thermal loads. Stable oil temperatures are a prerequisite for constant viscosity, consistent pressure conditions and reliable machine performance.
Universal Hydraulik integrates hydraulic oil cooling systems specifically where thermal stability and process reliability are required for precise manufacturing processes.
‘Thermally stable hydraulic systems are a basic prerequisite for consistent quality and process reliability in machine tool manufacturing.’
Hydraulic solutions are used in many tooling machines, including machining centres, transfer machines, turning centres, drilling machines, milling machines, grinding machines, honing machines and gear cutting machines. Universal Hydraulik implements hydraulics for clamping functions, stable processes and reliable machine movements.
Hydraulics perform central functions such as hydraulic clamping technology, the actuation of aggregates, holding functions and the safe and reproducible movement of axes or assemblies. Universal Hydraulik designs hydraulic solutions precisely to the respective machine concept.
A constant pressure supply is a prerequisite for consistent clamping forces, reproducible processes and consistent machining quality. Universal Hydraulik develops hydraulic systems with high pressure stability – especially for precise manufacturing tasks in series production.
Clean hydraulic oil reduces wear on valves, pumps and seals and extends the service life of the machine hydraulics. With customised filter solutions, Universal Hydraulik ensures stable processes and prevents downtime due to contamination.
Continuous operation generates thermal loads that can affect oil viscosity and control behaviour. Targeted hydraulic oil cooling ensures constant temperatures and increases process reliability. Universal Hydraulik integrates cooling concepts tailored to the application and load.
Yes, retrofitting is often possible, for example by replacing components or optimising existing aggregate solutions. Universal Hydraulik checks the installation space, pressure and flow data, and the machine interfaces.
The following information is usually sufficient for a technical evaluation by Universal Hydraulik:
- Pressure range (bar)
- Volume flow (l/min)
- Medium / oil type
- Temperature range
- Installation situation and available installation space
- Connections and interfaces
- Application (e.g. clamping hydraulics, cooling, retrofit)
Compact hydraulic solutions save installation space, facilitate integration into the machine structure and reduce assembly costs. Universal Hydraulik develops compact hydraulic units specifically for modern, space-optimised tooling machines.
