Radius PT6
RfsProtech veneer formers are the modern way to fabricate curved laminates such as arched headers and radiused moldings for windows and doors. Utilizing our patented technology we eliminate the traditional method of building and storing wooden forms.
The PT-6 Veneer Former is a computer controlled machine capable of automatic setup and operation. The PT-6 is capable of forming a wide array of geometrical shapes including circular, elliptical, arch segment and more.
Operation of the machine is simple and straightforward. The operator console consists of a heavy-duty rack mount enclosure with a LCD touch screen monitor. The operator geometrically defines and enters the pattern to be formed. The time to enter a part is a matter of 1 to 2 minutes. Alternatively the data entry can be done in the office and brought to the machine via floppy disk or network interface. The operator now pushes a setup button and the machine goes to work
The inner surface of the part to be formed is defined on the machine by a set of 82 aluminum form arms. The computer calculates the exact location for each of the form arms based upon the part's entered geometry and locates the formarms in the correct position with 41 high precision stepper motors. Once the form arms are positioned they are locked in place with hydraulics. This patented feature forms an interlocked frame structure capable of withstanding the high laminating forces exerted by the bridge.
The laminating force is applied to the part by a stainless steel tension band attached to 2 carriages suspended from a movable bridge. A 7-Yo hp gear reduction motor that generates 17,000 Lbs of force powers the bridge. By applying variable hydraulic brake pressure to the Carriage drums the force of the bridge is transferred to the tension band and the part to be laminated. In addition to the stainless steel tension band a series of 16 pneumatic cylinders are used to provide laminating pressure for the straight leg sections of the component.
The computer calculates the location for the bridge and carriages and moves them to the correct location. Setup is now complete and typically takes 2 minutes. The component is then loaded into the machine and the automatic machine cycle forms the component against the form-arms.The RF Generator cures the adhesive in as little as 3 minutes, depending on the parts dimension and adhesive used.
- Height Maximum: 48”
- Length Maximum: 96”
- Width Maximum: 11
- Thickness: Maximum: 6”
- Straight Maximum: 20”
- Minimum: 16.5”
- Diameter Maximum: 96”
- Minimum: 2”
- Radius Maximum: 180”
- Heating Options: Radio Frequency
- Approximate Cylcles: 12 Per Hour With Heating Option
- Machine Weight With Heat: 15,250 Lb
