 Keith provides mechanical automation systems for sequentially moving hot and cold PCD tool bit mold assemblies from station to station for the entire heating and cooling process.
After a preheating cycle is complete, a mold assembly is transferred onto the furnace car, which then moves into place under the high temperature furnace. At the conclusion of the furnace cycle, hot mold assemblies are automatically moved to a cooling station. Cooled mold assemblies are then transferred by conveyor to the breakout area. Thus, operator handling is limited to loading at the preheating end, and unloading at the breakout area.
- Heavy-duty steel transfer arms mounted on smooth linear drives are used to slide mold assembles from position to position
- The furnace car is moved on rail using an electric motor and chain drive system
- Motorized roller track moves cooled mold assemblies to the breakout area
- To account for differing mold sizes, transfer distances and transfer rates are programmable
BENEFITS
- Superior operator safety, especially for moving hot mold assemblies
- Reduces mold handling to minimize operator errors
- Enables fully automatic operation from start to finish for consistent results
CONTROL OPTIONS
There are several control options for mechanical transfer equipment. The system can be fully automated so that at the conclusion of each process step, mold assembly movement occurs without operator intervention.
Operators can also initiate mold transfer from station to station in a semi-automatic manner using pushbuttons. Fully automatic systems usually include semi-automatic operation as well.
Learn more about Keith's Automated PCD Tool Bit Processing Systems:
System Overview
Preheating Stations
Bottom Loading Bit Furnaces
Cooling Stations
Integrated Control Systems
For more details or to discuss your specific project needs, contact a Keith specialist today. |