Application: Automated, continuous casting of polymer matrix for cast polymer and other composites manufacturing.
Gruber Systems introduces the latest AutocasterÔäó 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 – 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.
It fits the needs of the largest and smallest producers in the polymer casting industry. 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.
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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.
Features:
- Up to 45 lbs./min. matrix production; new 80 lbs./min. high-output option.
- Recipe based matrix control with on-the-fly adjustments for resin %, catalyst % and matrix output. Up to 50 recipes can be stored.
- Password protected control panel with color display gives access to all functions including metering calibration, recipe definition, totals, diagnostics, alarms, setup and cleaning.
- Integrated resin heating system.
- High efficiency mixer with hardened steel mixing auger.
- Modular base-color systems with removable base color pumps.
- Totalizer for all raw materials (except contrast color)
- Precision gear pumps for resin, catalyst and base-color
- Accurate, solid-core filler metering augers with integrated anti-bridging devices
- Adjustable flow contrast color injectors
- High efficiency mixer
- Hardened steel machined mixing auger and barrel
- Inverter controlled motors for all raw materials (except contrast color)
The Autocaster Economizer system is offered in the following base configuration (and optional upgrades can be added as required):
- One (1) Metering hopper (3 maximum)
- One (1) Base color (4 maximum)
- Two (2) veining colors (4 maximum)
- Resin heater
- Catalyst system
- “Flush and Recycle” cleaning system
- Twenty (20) recipes (more available as option)
- Maximum output 45 lb/minute without different heat exchanger and barrel assembly
Economizer Specifications:
MATRIX OUTPUT
ÔÇó From 20 to 45 lbs/min or up to 30 to 80 lb/min (optional)
MIXING SYSTEM
ÔÇó Hardened steel barrel and auger
ÔÇó High efficiency mixer
MOTORS
ÔÇó 230/460 Volt AC TENV or optional explosion proof (others upon request)
ÔÇó Mixing unit – 5 HP
ÔÇó Raw material feed units – 3/4 HP
ÔÇó Thermal pump unit – 1/8 HP
FILLER SYSTEM
ÔÇó Inverter controlled adjustable output
ÔÇó Solid core metering auger
ÔÇó Maximum particle size 2mm
ÔÇó Hopper capacity 4 cu. ft.
ÔÇó Integrated anti-bridging device
RESIN SYSTEM
ÔÇó Maximum 2000 centipoise promoted polyester resin
ÔÇó Overpressure sensor
ÔÇó Inverter controlled adjustable output
ÔÇó Integrated recirculating thermal fluid-based heat exchanger
ÔÇó Gravity feed resin input
CATALYST SYSTEM
ÔÇó Unique precision piston pump
ÔÇó Overpressure sensor and bypass
ÔÇó Recirculating system with electronic flow sensor and visual display
ÔÇó Inverter controlled adjustable output
ÔÇó Storage capacity of 5 gallons
BASE-COLOR SYSTEM
ÔÇó Uses liquid paste pigments up to 3000 centipoise (at operating temp.)
ÔÇó Inverter controlled adjustable output
CONTRAST COLOR SYSTEM
ÔÇó Use liquid paste pigments up to 3000 centipoise (at operating temp.)
ÔÇó 0.0 to 999.9 second pause and pulse settings
ÔÇó Injectors incorporate flow control knob
CLEANING SYSTEM
ÔÇó Flush cleaning system – dual internal and recirculating cleaning system (optional). Air purge included.
ÔÇó Internal cleaner with 5 gallon virgin storage
ÔÇó Recirculating cleaner 15 gallon storage (optional)
ÔÇó Recommended for use with DBE (Marblewash or equivalent)
CONTROL SYSTEM
ÔÇó Up to 50 recipe presets
ÔÇó Control panel on control box (optionally mounted on adjustable arm)
ÔÇó Integrated rate display and totalizers
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ÔÇó 230/460 VAC, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, 70 amps max.
ÔÇó 24V DC control circuit
AIR SUPPLY
ÔÇó 90 PSI, 20 CFM
DIMENSIONS
ÔÇó 41” wide x 89” deep x 98” high (104cm x 226cm x 249cm)
NET WEIGHT
ÔÇó 3500 lbs.
Order Information
Description/Order Number
Autocaster Economizer – base unit – #30AW1H
Optional Upgrades
add Metering Hopper Assembly (each) – #30ACFH
add 1 Base Color – #CMBCS-1C
add 2 Base Color – #CMBCS-2C
add 3 Base Color – #CMBCS-3C
add 4 Base Color – #CMBCS-4C
add Vein Color (each) – #162535
Cobalt Injector Assembly Option – #151000
Digital Batch Display Assembly – #162966
Auger Hi-Output (80 Lbs/Min) – #150108
Expanded Heat Exchanger (High Output Option) – #163500
Machine Commissioning – #009903
Crating
Crate – Casting Machine – #CECSTMACH
Crate – Metering Hopper – #CEHOPPER
Replacement Parts for AutocasterÔäó systems:
Related Accessory Products:
Description/Order Number
Ground Hopper (Auger transport) (each) – #1000AGH
Ground Hopper/ Pneumatic (each) – #1000AGHAO
Bulk Bag Suspender – #150160 |
