AUTOMATIC LARGE FORMAT THERMOFORMING MACHINES 4848ATF Large Format Thermoforming Machine Automatic Operation Reliability & Durability Material is reel fed into a 2-stage heating station and then vacuum formed. The formed sheets are then separated and pushed out by the delivery conveyor. Robustly constructed, the Ridat ATF range of thermoforming machines is durable and proven in multi-shift operation for reliable production. Accurate Indexing The material is transported by a spike chain system powered by a servo-drive motor. Easy Accessibility Front entry for fitting forming tools and plug moulds offers easy accessibility for maintenance. Easy Control User-friendly HMI operator panel for easy setup (prior to automatic operation) Adjustable settings include: heating temperature, index length and speed and timing of other processing variables. After the initial set up, operation is completely automated without the need for any operators, providing the facility for continuous production. Ridat vacuum forming machines are produced to high safety standards and conform to the latest harmonised standards relating to the Machinery Directive, Low Voltage Directive and Electomagnetic Compatibility Directive. Machines are CE marked in accordance with current European legislation. Ridat’s ATF series is designed for high speed production and is favoured by trade formers and in-house operators alike for the versatility afforded by the large forming area, high quality output and continuous performance.

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) to be used in the machines. Temperature is monitored by PID software and can be controlled using the HMI operator panel. Forming The ATF series is fitted with a high capacity reservoir and a vacuum pump to create an instant vacuum, regardless of the production rate or material used. After forming, the formed sheet is cooled by high velocity turbo fans. Toolinger The...