At its core, the hydraulic shear press operates on the principle of applying immense force over a confined area. The machine uses hydraulic cylinders to generate this force. When the operator activates the shear press, hydraulic fluid is injected into the cylinders, causing the blades to move closer together and cut through the material. The press operates on the shearing mechanism where two blades are strategically positioned to create a gap that the metal sheet passes through, achieving clean cuts with minimal deformation.