Ram-guiding frame

In a machine for processing stock comprising the combination of a frame construction having a base lower platen and crosshead members, tool holding means adapted to have a first tool detachably fixed thereto, and a ram having a tool holding portion adapted to have a second tool detachably fixed thereto, said ram adapted to move said tool holding portion towards said tool holding means, the improvement which resides in a ram guiding frame being symmetrical in cross-section and closely embracing said ram, said guiding frame having smaller dimensions than the frame construction and being centrally disposed relative thereto, within the depth thereof, said guiding frame comprising forward and rear members which leave free a first space through which said tool-holding means and said tool-holding portion are accessible, said forward and rear members having end side portions which leave free a second space through which said stock to be processed can be fed into position between said first and second tools, and ram guiding means terminating short of said second space, said guiding means detachably connected to said end side portions, to peripherally close said guiding frame above first and second spaces, and form an integral part thereof.