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WTC FP250 C-Frame Portable Pin Press
On April 16, 2019 in FP250, Portable Press by cplant cplant
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WTC Machinery is continually researching new ideas to better support your service shops.  Our latest project was for the FP250 Pin Press.  The FP250 pin press has similar capabilities as the MPP250, however, offers an alternative approach at pushing the pin.  The MPP250 utilizes a two tie rod design to support and press the pins while the FP250 uses a C-Frame design.  The C-Frame allows for tight service needs as well as safety requirements needed in some applications.  The FP250 looks a lot like the FP100 100 ton pin press, but just a touch larger as it is designed to press the largest dozer, excavator and feeder chains.

As with all of our equipment the press was designed in-house by our engineering team.  After the design we tested the concept utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to prove the design will do what we say it will.  After computer testing we manufacture the press and then put it through real-world testing to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency.  

WTC is proud of our products and support and it shows.  With over 50 years of supplying the world's best undercarriage repair equipment WTC has learned what is needed to be the industry best.  Please contact us with any questions or to find out how our team can support your needs.


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