The Primal Performance Series Standing Chest Press is a plate loaded, standing pressing machine with independent converging arms that lets users set their own pressing depth, grip and resistance curve while the back stays supported. It is rated to a 300 kg maximum user weight and 500 kg total capacity, suits commercial gyms and PT studios, and measures 1355 mm deep by 2295 mm wide, standing 1740 mm tall.

Most chest presses are seated with a fixed feel. This one is pressed standing, and the dual weight levers, band pegs and adjustable buffers let a coach change how the load feels through the rep, so one machine can suit a rehab client, a bodybuilder and an athlete.

Who it is for

• Commercial gyms that want a standout pressing machine on the plate loaded floor
• PT studios that need to fine tune pressing depth and load for each client
• Athletic and S&C facilities training the press in a standing, athletic stance
• Lifters with lower back concerns who want heavy pressing with a supported back

Key features

• Unilateral arms on a converging path, so each side works independently and the hands come together as they press
• Dual weight levers and roller band pegs to change the resistance curve
• Adjustable angle backrest for different body sizes and press angles
• Height adjustable handles with a close or wide grip option
• Adjustable buffers to set how deep each rep goes
• Stainless steel bullhorns, 42 cm long, on a 3 mm steel frame with a black finish
• 300 kg maximum user weight and 500 kg maximum weight capacity

Muscles worked and training uses

A converging press follows the natural path of the arms across the body, which suits the chest. Changing the handle height and backrest angle shifts the work between the chest, shoulders and triceps.

• Primary: pectoralis major (chest)
• Secondary: front deltoids and triceps, with the core bracing in the standing position
• Partial range pressing with the buffers set to a comfortable depth
• Band accommodated resistance for power and lockout strength
• Single arm pressing to even out left to right strength

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

How much space does the Standing Chest Press need?

It is 1355 mm deep, 2295 mm wide and 1740 mm high, with the width taken up by the pressing arms. Allow about 600 mm clear around it for loading plates on both sides, which gives a zone of roughly 2.6 × 3.5 m.

How is it loaded?

It is plate loaded. 50 mm Olympic plates (not included) go on the 42 cm stainless steel bullhorns, and the machine is rated to 500 kg total capacity. Resistance bands can also be attached to the roller band pegs.

What ceiling height is required?

The machine is 1740 mm tall and the press moves forward, not overhead, so a standard 2.4 m ceiling is plenty.

Why press standing instead of seated?

Standing lets users drive through the floor and brace the trunk as they would in sport, while the adjustable backrest still supports the lower back. It also makes the machine quick to step in and out of between sets.

What warranty does it carry?

Primal Strength covers it for full commercial use: 5 years on the frame, 3 years on parts, and 1 year on pads, cables, pulleys and wearables, plus 1 year labour.

Is delivery and installation available in Australia?

Yes. We ship Australia-wide from our Melbourne warehouse, and most metro deliveries arrive 1 to 7 business days after dispatch. It weighs 206 kg packed, so some regional addresses need a freight quote. Use the Ask about this machine form on this page for a delivery and installation quote.

Building a plate loaded pressing area? Ask us about pairing the Standing Chest Press with other Primal Performance Series plate loaded machines.