Norco 78055A 50 Ton Hand Pump Shop Press
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Norco 50 Ton Shop Press with Hand Pump
You've got bearings to seat, bushings to drive, and axle work that a bottle jack setup just won't touch. The Norco 78055A 50 ton shop press gives you the muscle to handle it without babysitting a temperamental frame. This is a welded-frame 50 ton hydraulic press that ships fully assembled, tested, and ready to pull off the pallet and put to work. No fighting a bolt-together kit before you can press your first job.
What makes this shop press 50 ton unit earn its floor space is the manually operated two-speed pump. Fast travel gets the ram down to the load quickly, then it shifts to power mode where you need the force. You're not cranking a hundred wasted strokes just to close the gap. A liquid-filled gauge reads ram force in both pounds and tons, so you know exactly how hard you're leaning on a part before something lets go.
Safety and control are built into how this hydraulic shop press works. An integrated overload system protects the power unit from being pushed past its limit. A hand-operated winch raises and lowers the heavy press bed so you're not muscling it into position by hand, and the self-retracting ram is bearing mounted to slide laterally across the head channel. That means you line the ram up with your work instead of dragging the work under the ram. For a shop that runs heavy jobs daily, this Norco 50 ton shop press is a manual shop press built to keep up. Buy it from us and you get a team that coordinates the freight, answers fitment questions before you order, and helps with warranty follow-up so you're not chasing it down alone.
Specifications
| Capacity | 50 Ton |
| Ram Travel | 6.25 in |
| Min Throat Height | 7.5 in |
| Max Throat Height | 32.625 in |
| Throat Width | 34.5 in |
| Bed Height Adjustment | 7 x 5 in |
| Distance Between Uprights | 5.625 in |
| Distance Between Bed Rails | 7.375 in |
| Base Width | 50 in |
| Base Depth | 40 in |
| Overall Height | 72.75 in |
| Pump Type | Manual two-speed hand pump |
What's Included
- Welded press frame, fully assembled and tested
- Manually operated two-speed hand pump
- Safety overload system
- Hand-operated winch for bed adjustment
- Liquid-filled force gauge (pounds and tons)
- Self-retracting bearing-mounted ram
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Installation & Setup
Setup on this 50 ton hydraulic press is minimal because it arrives welded and fully assembled. There's no frame to bolt together and no power unit to wire, since the manual pump runs entirely by hand. Position the press on a stable, level floor in a protected area, and it's ready to go.
Before your first job, purge any air that may have gotten trapped in the hydraulic system during shipping. Open the release valve two full turns counterclockwise, pump the handle ten full strokes, then close the valve tight and pump until the ram fully extends. If the system still feels spongy, repeat until the ram advances and retracts cleanly.
To position the ram, unscrew the two hexagonal nuts at the bottom of the press plate, slide the bearing-mounted ram along the head channel to line up with your work, then tighten the nuts to lock it in place. Use the winch to set bed height, and always confirm the bed pins are fully seated in both the bed channel holes and the upright frame holes before you press. Guarding is your responsibility on every job. Use a protective blanket or shield to contain flying parts, and never load beyond the rated capacity.
Applications
Heavy axle, spring, and suspension work where a small press runs out of force. This 50 ton hydraulic press cylinder has the capacity for the big stuff.
Straightening, forming, and bushing work on a welded frame that holds up to daily production use.
Seating and removing press-fit components with controlled two-speed force and a gauge you can actually read.
Off-highway, ag, and construction gear where high tonnage and a wide throat are the difference between doing the job and outsourcing it.
Shipping
Free Shipping To Lower 48. Our team coordinates the freight shipment and helps manage scheduling details.
Need a delivery window, residential delivery, or liftgate service? Contact us before ordering so we can confirm the best delivery setup and any accessorial charges.
Warranty
This Norco shop press is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. Norco warrants its products and parts against defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product or part, for buyers who purchase for resale or for use in the ordinary course of business.
The warranty does not cover any product that has been abused, misused, worn out, neglected, altered, or used for a purpose other than intended. Chains, batteries, and electric motors sold with Norco products are excluded, with electric motors separately warranted by their own manufacturer. If a product or part is found defective, the remedy is repair or replacement at Norco's option.
Warranty registration may be required after purchase. Refer to included documentation for details.
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Ready to Order or Have Questions?
Talk to a specialist about this hand pump shop press before you buy. Call (855) 498-2147.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this shop press come assembled or do I have to build it?
It ships welded, fully assembled, and tested. There's no frame to bolt together. Position it on a level floor, purge any shipping air from the hydraulic system, and it's ready to press.
How is this press powered?
It runs on a manually operated two-speed hand pump. There's no air line or electrical connection required. Fast travel closes the gap to your load quickly, then it shifts to power mode for the pressing force.
How do I adjust the bed height?
A hand-operated winch raises and lowers the press bed so you don't have to lift it manually. The bed adjusts across a 7 x 5 in range. Always confirm the bed pins are fully seated in the channel and frame holes before pressing.
What's the working area on this press?
Throat width is 34.5 in and throat height adjusts from 7.5 in up to 32.625 in. Ram travel is 6.25 in, and distance between the uprights is 5.625 in. That gives you room for large components and heavy assemblies.
Can I move the ram to line up with off-center work?
Yes. The self-retracting ram is bearing mounted to slide laterally along the head channel. Loosen the two hex nuts at the bottom of the press plate, slide the ram into position, then retighten to lock it before you press.
How do I know how much force I'm applying?
A liquid-filled gauge reads ram force in both pounds and tons, so you can dial in pressure without guessing. An integrated safety overload system also protects the power unit from being pushed past its limit.
What kind of work is a 50 ton press right for?
Heavy-duty shop and fleet work: axle and suspension jobs, bearing and bushing service, straightening, and forming. If a smaller 30 ton or 40 ton press runs out of force on your bigger jobs, the 50 ton capacity handles them.
The ram feels spongy when I pump. What's wrong?
That's usually trapped air from shipping. Open the release valve two turns counterclockwise, pump the handle ten full strokes, close the valve tight, then pump until the ram fully extends. Repeat until it advances and retracts without hesitation.
How does it ship and what does delivery cost?
It ships free to the lower 48 as a freight shipment. Our team coordinates the delivery and scheduling. If you need a delivery window, residential delivery, or liftgate service, contact us before ordering so we can set it up.
Do I need to provide my own guarding?
Yes. There are too many possible press applications for a universal guard, so you supply your own guard or protective blanket for each job. Always wear eye protection, keep hands clear of the head channel and bed, and never exceed the rated capacity.
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