Automatic Pressure Forming Machine (APF)
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AUTOMATIC HIGH SPEED PRESSURE FORMING MACHINES Models 1610APF 2415APF Ridat’s APF (Automatic Pressure Forming) series of machines is designed for high speed, medium to high volume production. It gives accuracy of forming, fine definition, excellent finish and good material distribution. Reliability and Durability Robustly constructed, the Automatic Pressure Forming range is durable and proven in multi-shift operation for reliable production. Comprehensive Controls Close control of all stages is given by a particularly comprehensive range of controls embodying a PLC on a centralised panel with automatic controls for every sequence. Safety Ridat vacuum and pressure forming machines are produced to high safety standards and conform to the latest harmonised standards relating to the Machinery Directive, Low Voltage Directive and Electro-magnetic Compatibility Directive. All machines are CE marked in accordance with current European legislation. 1610APF Automatic Pressure Forming Machine Automatic Operation Material is reel feed into a multi-stage heating station and formed & cut in-situ. The formed products are then blown out by air blast. Certain products may be stacked.

Heating Using both upper and lower ceramic heaters ensures balanced temperature distribution to minimise material stress. The dual ceramic heaters also enable a wide variety of thermoformable materials (such as PVC, PS, APET, GPET, PP & K-Resin) to be used in the machines. Temperature is monitored by PID software and can be controlled using the HMI panel. Forming Forming is by compressed air (between 0.7 and 2.7 atmospheres) depending on the size and shape of the product and material used. The forming station, designed to hold combined forming and punching tools, is supported by water...