A newly-unveiled molding system, Powerfeed - a single extruder filling up to four independently operated mold cells - now has a choice of three molding modules and is offered in a mare modular design. This system fills the mold clamps one at a time. Parts can be ejected from one station while mold filling and cooling or a tool change occurs in other stations. A PLC controller monitors the process at each mold to maintain optimal flow rates and fill times.
The molding cell can be designed for injection molding, structural foam, and now also molded railroad ties. Through previously sold only as a four-cell system, it now offers the unit in a base design with a single extruder and one molding cell. Up to three molding cells of the same or different types can be added to the base unit.
The energy-saving system uses just 40 hp to run the four molding cells. Output is increased because the cooling cycle no longer retards the overall molding cycle. A 6-in. extruder capable of 2500 lb/hr is standard, although a 10-in., 4800-lb/hr model makes six railroad ties per hour. This revolutionary device has all it takes to enable industry operators to boost their productivity, quantity and quality all at the same time. What's more, it is exceptionally easy to maintain and service, a vital factor to enhancing a company's competitiveness.
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