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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Hydraulic Press Channel” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22138 of the collection, and the 53rd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Hydraulic Press Channel” meme mean?
This format taps into a voyeuristic pleasure derived from controlled destruction. The primary emotion is visual satisfaction: watching ordinary materials yield to immense pressure provides unexpected calm. The tone remains neutral and almost meditative, contrasting with the potential violence of the crushing. It also carries a humorous element linked to the absurdity of chosen objects or their surprising resistance.
Where does the “Hydraulic Press Channel” meme come from?
The YouTube channel 'Hydraulic Press Channel' was launched by Lauri Vuohensilta, a factory owner based in Tampere, Finland, in October 2015. The content features the use of an industrial hydraulic press to crush various everyday objects. The video that triggered massive virality is titled 'Can you fold paper more than 7 times with hydraulic press'. Published on October 31, 2015, it was widely shared on Reddit, specifically in r/videos, starting in March 2016. This sharing propelled the video to internet phenomenon status, reaching over two million views within twenty-four hours according to several media sources. The term 'Hydraulic Press Channel' initially referred to the channel itself, then expanded to cover any similar content featuring mechanical destruction via compression.
- 2015Lauri Vuohensilta launches his YouTube channel dedicated to crushing objects with a hydraulic press.
- 2016A specific video goes viral after massive sharing on Reddit, bringing the channel into the spotlight.
How to use the “Hydraulic Press Channel” meme
- Use the phrase to describe a video where an object is destroyed repeatedly in a satisfying manner.
- Cite the channel as a prime example of 'oddly satisfying' content during discussions about YouTube trends.
- Employ the term ironically to describe a situation where something is broken or crushed inevitably.
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The “Hydraulic Press Channel” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 64/100 · #53 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Hydraulic Press Channel” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Hydraulic Press Channel comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Hydraulic Press Channel meme?
It is a Finnish YouTube channel where a hydraulic press crushes various objects. The concept relies on the visual satisfaction of controlled destruction.
Who is Lauri Vuohensilta?
He is a Finnish entrepreneur based in Tampere, creator of the channel. He uses his personal industrial equipment to produce his videos.
Where does the Hydraulic Press Channel meme come from?
The phenomenon originates directly from the YouTube channel launched in 2015. Its virality exploded in 2016 following popular sharing on Reddit.
Is Hydraulic Press Channel real?
Yes, it is a genuine account run by a professional. The crushing actions are performed with authentic industrial machinery.
How do I get the Hydraulic Press Channel meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Hydraulic Press Channel” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Hydraulic Press Channel card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Hydraulic Press Channel - Wikipedia · Hydraulic Press Channel | Know Your Meme · Crushing It: The Hydraulic Press's Decade of Success · checked on October 16, 2026.
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