{"id":3087,"date":"2015-03-06T21:16:27","date_gmt":"2015-03-06T21:16:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/yoursource1.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=3087"},"modified":"2022-06-21T21:23:57","modified_gmt":"2022-06-22T01:23:57","slug":"autocaster-economizer","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/yoursource1.com\/oldsite\/product\/autocaster-economizer\/","title":{"rendered":"Autocaster\u2122 Economizer"},"content":{"rendered":"<table class=\"contentpaneopen\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"contentheading\" width=\"100%\">\n<h2>Autocaster Economizer Continuous Casting System<\/h2>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"buttonheading\" align=\"right\" width=\"100%\"><a title=\"PDF\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/continuous-casting-systems\/44-autocaster-economizer.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/templates\/rt_versatility4_j15\/images\/pdf_button.png\" alt=\"PDF\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"buttonheading\" align=\"right\" width=\"100%\"><a title=\"Print\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/continuous-casting-systems\/44-autocaster-economizer.html?tmpl=component&amp;print=1&amp;page=\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/templates\/rt_versatility4_j15\/images\/printButton.png\" alt=\"Print\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table class=\"contentpaneopen\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td valign=\"top\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/images\/_Equipment\/Continuous-Casting\/Economizer500.jpg\" alt=\"Economizer500\" width=\"370\" height=\"462\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Application:<\/strong> Automated, continuous casting of polymer matrix for cast polymer and other composites manufacturing.<\/h4>\n<p>Gruber Systems introduces the latest Autocaster\u2122 model, the Economizer. The Autocaster Economizer continuous casting machine automates the production of polymer matrix for cast polymer manufacturing, replacing manual mixing methods with the automated, continuous casting capability &#8211; using recipes stored on the system. The Autocaster can significantly increase productivity, cut material cost and improve quality all leading to increased profitability for the manufacturer.<\/p>\n<p>It fits the needs of the largest and smallest producers in the polymer casting industry.\u00a0 The capability and configuration of this machine can be custom tailored to your exact needs for hopper count, number of base and veining colors as well as all other operational attributes.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/phocadownload\/ProductLiterature\/Equipment\/ContinuousCastingSystems\/Product-Bulletin-Autocaster-Economizer.pdf\">View\/Download Product Bulletin<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Equipment Requirements: All models should be hard-wired to an appropriate circuit by a qualified electrician to meet your local electrical codes. Additional controls may be necessary to meet your local regulations. Any additional requirements needed to deem this equipment operational will be obtained by buyer at buyers expense.<\/div>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to 45 lbs.\/min. matrix production; new 80 lbs.\/min. high-output option.<\/li>\n<li>Recipe based matrix control with on-the-fly adjustments for resin %, catalyst % and matrix output. Up to 50 recipes can be stored.<\/li>\n<li>Password protected control panel with color display gives access to all functions including metering calibration, recipe definition, totals, diagnostics, alarms, setup and cleaning.<\/li>\n<li>Integrated resin heating system.<\/li>\n<li>High efficiency mixer with hardened steel mixing auger.<\/li>\n<li>Modular base-color systems with removable base color pumps.<\/li>\n<li>Totalizer for all raw materials (except contrast color)<\/li>\n<li>Precision gear pumps for resin, catalyst and base-color<\/li>\n<li>Accurate, solid-core filler metering augers with integrated anti-bridging devices<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable flow contrast color injectors<\/li>\n<li>High efficiency mixer<\/li>\n<li>Hardened steel machined mixing auger and barrel<\/li>\n<li>Inverter controlled motors for all raw materials (except contrast color)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Autocaster Economizer system is offered in the following base configuration (and optional upgrades can be added as required):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One (1) Metering hopper (3 maximum)<\/li>\n<li>One (1) Base color (4 maximum)<\/li>\n<li>Two (2) veining colors (4 maximum)<\/li>\n<li>Resin heater<\/li>\n<li>Catalyst system<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Flush and Recycle&#8221; cleaning system<\/li>\n<li>Twenty (20) recipes (more available as option)<\/li>\n<li>Maximum output 45 lb\/minute without different heat exchanger and barrel assembly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Economizer Specifications:<\/h3>\n<p>MATRIX OUTPUT<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 From 20 to 45 lbs\/min or up to 30 to 80 lb\/min (optional)<\/p>\n<p>MIXING SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hardened steel barrel and auger<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 High efficiency mixer<\/p>\n<p>MOTORS<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 230\/460 Volt AC TENV or optional explosion proof (others upon request)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mixing unit &#8211; 5 HP<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Raw material feed units &#8211; 3\/4 HP<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Thermal pump unit &#8211; 1\/8 HP<\/p>\n<p>FILLER SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inverter controlled adjustable output<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Solid core metering auger<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maximum particle size 2mm<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Hopper capacity 4 cu. ft.<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Integrated anti-bridging device<\/p>\n<p>RESIN SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maximum 2000 centipoise promoted polyester resin<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Overpressure sensor<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inverter controlled adjustable output<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Integrated recirculating thermal fluid-based heat exchanger<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gravity feed resin input<\/p>\n<p>CATALYST SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Unique precision piston pump<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Overpressure sensor and bypass<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Recirculating system with electronic flow sensor and visual display<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inverter controlled adjustable output<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Storage capacity of 5 gallons<\/p>\n<p>BASE-COLOR SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Uses liquid paste pigments up to 3000 centipoise (at operating temp.)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Inverter controlled adjustable output<\/p>\n<p>CONTRAST COLOR SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Use liquid paste pigments up to 3000 centipoise (at operating temp.)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 0.0 to 999.9 second pause and pulse settings<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Injectors incorporate flow control knob<\/p>\n<p>CLEANING SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Flush cleaning system \u2013 dual internal and recirculating cleaning system (optional). Air purge included.<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Internal cleaner with 5 gallon virgin storage<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Recirculating cleaner 15 gallon storage (optional)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Recommended for use with DBE (Marblewash or equivalent)<\/p>\n<p>CONTROL SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Up to 50 recipe presets<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Control panel on control box (optionally mounted on adjustable arm)<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Integrated rate display and totalizers<\/p>\n<p>ELECTRICAL SYSTEM<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 230\/460 VAC, 3-Phase, 50\/60 Hz, 70 amps max.<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 24V DC control circuit<\/p>\n<p>AIR SUPPLY<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 90 PSI, 20 CFM<\/p>\n<p>DIMENSIONS<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 41\u201d wide x 89\u201d deep x 98\u201d high (104cm x 226cm x 249cm)<\/p>\n<p>NET WEIGHT<br \/>\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3500 lbs.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Order Information<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Description\/Order Number<\/strong><br \/>\nAutocaster Economizer &#8211; base unit &#8211; #30AW1H<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Optional Upgrades<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nadd Metering Hopper Assembly (each) &#8211; #30ACFH<br \/>\nadd 1 Base Color &#8211; #CMBCS-1C<br \/>\nadd 2 Base Color &#8211; #CMBCS-2C<br \/>\nadd 3 Base Color &#8211; #CMBCS-3C<br \/>\nadd 4 Base Color &#8211; #CMBCS-4C<br \/>\nadd Vein Color (each) &#8211; #162535<br \/>\nCobalt Injector Assembly Option &#8211; #151000<br \/>\nDigital Batch Display Assembly &#8211; #162966<br \/>\nAuger Hi-Output (80 Lbs\/Min) &#8211; #150108<br \/>\nExpanded Heat Exchanger (High Output Option) &#8211; #163500<br \/>\nMachine Commissioning &#8211; #009903<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Crating<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\nCrate &#8211; Casting Machine &#8211; #CECSTMACH<br \/>\nCrate &#8211; Metering Hopper &#8211; #CEHOPPER<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Replacement Parts for Autocaster\u2122 systems:<\/h3>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/continuous-casting-systems\/643-replacement-continuous-casting-system-ball-vibrator.html\">Filler Metering Hopper Vibrators<\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Related Accessory Products:<\/h3>\n<p>Description\/Order Number<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/metering-dispensing\/ground-hoppers.html\">Ground Hopper<\/a> (Auger transport) (each) &#8211; #1000AGH<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/metering-dispensing\/ground-hoppers\/pneumatic-ground-hopper.html\">Ground Hopper\/ Pneumatic<\/a> (each) &#8211; #1000AGHAO<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/metering-dispensing\/bulk-filler-handling\/bulk-bag-suspender.html\">Bulk Bag Suspender<\/a> &#8211; #150160<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span class=\"article_separator\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gruber-systems.com\/products\/equipment\/continuous-casting-systems\/44-autocaster-economizer.html\"><strong>Autocaster\u2122 Economizer<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Gruber Systems introduces the latest Autocaster\u2122 model, the Economizer. 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