The ultimate technology available for high throughput continuous casting!
Standard Features:
- Standard matrix output range from 30 - 80 lb/minute (13.6 - 36.2kg/minute), with options for as low as 25 lb (11.3 kg) or as high as 120 lb (54.4 kg) per minute available.
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Recipe-based matrix control with on-the-fly adjustments for resin %, catalyst % and matrix output.
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Recipes are stored using descriptive names, and include recipe backup.
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Password protected touch-screen control panel with color display gives access to all functions including metering calibration, recipe definition, totals, diagnostics, alarms, setup and cleaning
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Integrated resin heating system
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Modular base-color system with removable base color pumps
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Add up to two additional metering hoppers (2 standard) for a maximum total of four hoppers
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Totalizer for all raw materials (except contrast color)
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Precision metering pumps for resin, catalyst and base-color
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Accurate auger-based filler metering system with integrated anti-bridging devices
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Adjustable flow contrast color injectors
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High-efficiency mixing system with hardened steel machined mixing auger
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Inverter-controlled motors for all raw materials (except contrast color)
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Easy and convenient post-production cleanup with two-stage cleaning system and final air purge.
- Alarm logging
Specifications
MATRIX OUTPUT
Standard output machine provides 33 – 77 lb (15 - 35 kg) per minute
Optional lower output machine (ie. specialized precision casting) - 15 - 33 lb (7 - 15 kg) per minute
MIXING SYSTEM
Case hardened barrel
High efficiency, variable speed mixer
FILLER SYSTEM
Two (2) Filler Metering Hoppers standard, Maximum of 4 permanent/fixed hoppers available.
Inverter controlled adjustable output
Hopper capacity 4 cubic feet (0.113 cubic meters)
Integrated anti-bridging
RESIN SYSTEM
Maximum 2500 centipoise (at working temperature) promoted polyester resin
Overpressure sensor and bypass
Inverter controlled adjustable output
Integrated recirculating thermal fluid based heat exchanger with 12kW heater
Gravity feed resin input
CATALYST SYSTEM
Precision piston pump
Pressure sensor
Recirculating system with dual electronic flow sensors and visual display
Inverter controlled adjustable output
Storage capacity 5 gallons (18.9 liters)
BASE-COLOR SYSTEM
One Base Color feed system standard (up to 7 additional can be added)
Precision gear pump
Liquid paste pigment up to 3000 centipoise (at working temperature)
Inverter controlled adjustable output
Storage capacity 5 gallons (18.9 liters) per base color
CONTRAST COLOR SYSTEM
Use liquid paste pigments up to 3000 centipoise (at operating temp.)
0.0 to 999.9 second pause and pulse settings
Injectors incorporate flow control knob
Recipe-controlled on/off cycling
CLEANING SYSTEM
Dual-stage cleaning system – internal and recirculating.
Air purge included
Internal cleaner 5 gallon (18.9 liter) storage
Recirculating cleaner 15 gallon (56.7 liter) storage
Recommended for use with DBE (Marblewash or equivalent)
CONTROL SYSTEM
Large 15" touch screen
Recipe presets with on-the-fly adjustments for resin, catalyst and output
Control panel mounted on adjustable arm
Integrated rate display and totalizers
MOTORS
TEFC or optional explosion proof
Mixing unit
Raw material feed units
Thermal pump unit
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
230/380/480 Volt, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, 80 amps max. Specify voltage.
24VDC control circuit
AIR SUPPLY
90 psi (620 kPa), 20 cfm (566 lpm)
DIMENSIONS
54” wide x 80” deep x 112” high (137.2cm wide x 203.2cm deep x 284.48cm high)
NET WEIGHT
3800 lb (1700 kg) depending on configuration
Order Information
Base System - Description/Order Number
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Autocaster Ultra Continuous Casting System for Cultured Marble, 230V/60Hz (w/ Base Configuration) - #1000AW2H*
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Autocaster Ultra Continuous Casting System for Cultured Marble, 380-480V/50-60Hz (w/ Base Configuration) - #1000AW2H-480*
- 2 filler metering hoppers included standard (maximum 4 total)
- 1 resin system with heater
- 1 catalyst system
- 1 base color (maximum 8 total)
- 2 contrast veining colors (maximum 8 total)
- Recipe control with named recipes and recipe backup
- Dual (fresh/recycled material) cleaning system
- Choice of 230V/60Hz or 380-480V/50-60HZ electrical power standard
Optional Upgrades - Description/Order Number
- High output options of 50-120 lb (22.6-54.4kg) per minute available
- Low output options of 25-50 lb (11.3-22.6kg) per minute available
- Add additional Metering Hopper (each) - #UCFMH
- "High Output" Metering Hopper option - #30ACFHHC
- Add additional Base Colors:
- Add 1 Base Color - #CMBCS-1C
- Add 2 Base Color - #CMBCS-2C
- Add 3 Base Color - #CMBCS-3C
- Add Vein Color (each) - #162535
- Cobalt Injector Assembly Option - #151000
- Digital Batch Display Assembly - #162966
- Expanded Heat Exchanger (High Output Option) - #163500
- Mezzanine Option (raised platform) for easy access to Metering Hoppers - CALL
- Pneumatic Gate Option
- Cartridge Filter Upgrade
- Machine Commissioning - #009903
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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 buyer’s expense.
© Copyright 2018 by Gruber Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Autocaster and Batchmaster are trademarks of Gruber Systems, Inc.
