Radius PT6mm

The PT-6MM Radius Former was developed to provide a highly automated means to accurately fabricate curved laminates such as arched headers and radiused moldings for windows and doors, furniture parts, etc. The PT-6MM produces a wide range of shapes including half rounds, quarter rounds, arc sections, arc section ellipses, cathedral, and other complex shapes with the ease of full CNC set-ups. The patented, ruggedly built machine features welded steel frame construction and premium components for a long and productive life. The machine requires attachment to a high frequency generator, sold separately, for optimum production.

The machine includes complete computer controls including a custom designed Personal Computer with industrial interfaces to control all machine functions and determine the proper set- up for the machine. All press controls are contained in a freestanding operator’s console that includes a Touch screen monitor.

The computer controls the set-up and operation of each of the components including the form arms and the main carriage.

The software, which is very user friendly, includes set-up for all types of shapes including arc section ellipses and various other radiused shapes. It leads the operator through a series of questions on the shape that is to be produced, then can either simulate the part for him, print a drawing of the part (when connected to an optional printer) tell the operator all of the set-up parameters for the press including the required veneer lengths, and then set-up the press for the new shape.

The software also includes an on-line operator’s manual, maintenance recommendations, as well as machine diagnostics to maximize machine efficiency and uptime.

The press features a heavy, welded frame composed of high precision laser cut components for strength and accuracy.

The main bridge is powered by a 2 hp. gear motor are of the highest quality.

Clamping pressure is applied in a progressive manner to allow the laminates to move slightly in relation to each other for tighter laminated parts and to avoid glue build-up and subsequent weak joints.

Heavy hydraulic brakes are mounted on the bridge to insure that the spring retracted, stainless steel band applies proper laminating pressure to the parts.

Up to 13.5" of straight leg extension clamping is provided by a Triple row of twelve pneumatic cylinders on each side of the bridge. These cylinders activate sequentially to continue the progressive clamping system of the main tension band.

Twenty pairs of special casted formarms are accurately positioned by 20 high precision stepper motors under the full control of the computer. This feature eliminates the use of forms in the machine.

The formarms arc can allow for up to a total of 16 degrees of overbend (8 degrees per side) to be added to the part to compensate for spring back. The formarms are securely locked into place by hydraulic clamps that can apply up to 3,500 psi of pressure to insure minimum deflection and tight tolerances on finished parts.

A pneumatic cylinder assists in lifting the finished parts from the machine, including a convenient foot switch.

The machine is wired for 480 volt, three phase power, and 120 volt, single phase power. Other voltages are optional, please specify.

U.S. Patent Number 5,293,961.

The machine can form half round parts with a minimum inside diameter of 6" and a maximum inside diameter dependent on machine size:

Maximum part thickness is 4". Maximum part width is 8"

Machine Number Maximum Inside Diameter Bed depth PT6MM-24-11 24” 14.91 PT6MM-36-16 36” 21.500” PT6MM-48-20 *48” 26.625 *The overall bed size is 46.125” wide by 26.625” deep. A 1” filler is used on parts larger than 46” to provide the 48” overall capacity Maximum part thickness is 4". Maximum part width is 8" The machine includes complete computer controls including a custom designed Personal Computer with industrial interfaces to control all machine functions and determine the proper set- up for the machine. All press controls are contained in a freestanding operator’s console that

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