Product Overview

The document presents the Austropressen KNL series of horizontal bale presses, available in four models: KNL 100, KNL 120, KNL 140, and KNL 160. These machines are designed for versatile applications, capable of compressing various materials including paper, cardboard, foils, styrofoam, PET bottles, plastic and aluminum containers, paint cans, and metal barrels up to 60 liters (with KNL 160 handling light barrels up to 200 liters).

Technical Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

• Versatile Application: Suitable for compressing a wide range of materials including bulky and difficult-to-handle waste due to large loading apertures.
• Tidy Bagging Attachment: Available on KNL 100 model to ensure clean storage and transport of small materials.
• Hydraulic Ejection Door: Standard on KNL 140 and KNL 160 models, providing enhanced ease of operation and maximum safety.
• High Compression Force: Ensures efficient baling with a simple binding system; KNL 160 allows variable bale lengths.
• Large Loading Aperture: Facilitates effortless pressing of bulky materials.
• Highest Operator Comfort: Digital text display available in the local language for ease of use.
• Dump Attachment: Compatible with tipping devices for movable AP containers, enhancing operational flexibility.

Additional Information

The machines operate on a 400V power supply with motors ranging from 4 kW to 7.5 kW depending on the model. Cycle times vary from 25 to 40 seconds including return stroke. The bale weights for cardboard range from 80 kg to 250 kg depending on the model size. Binding types differ slightly, with most models using 3 vertical bindings (3v) and the largest model (KNL 160) using 3 horizontal bindings (3h).

Overall dimensions and weights increase with model size, reflecting the increased capacity and power. The technical data is subject to change, and the manufacturer is Roither Maschinenbau GesmbH, Austria, with contact details provided for sales and support.