Beckwood to manufacture sheet stretch forming machine for H&R Parts

Beckwood Press Co., a Fenton, Mo.-based manufacturer of custom hydraulic and servo-electric presses, automation systems, and aerospace forming equipment, has been awarded a contract by H&R Parts Co. to manufacture a 200-ton Triform sheet stretch forming machine.

The machine is designed for stretch forming parts made from aluminum sheets up to 3/16 in. thick and 114 in. wide. It features 40 in. of stroke with a 12- by 100-in. mounting table that includes +/-15-degree tilt. The jaws travel horizontally to allow for a maximum distance of 72 in. and a minimum distance of 18 in. between them.

H&R Parts Co., Wichita, Kan., supplies sheet metal components and assemblies for the aerospace and defense industry.