HH-1224

The HH-1224 is a horizontal heat platen orientation, hydraulic motion controlled hot plate welding system capable of welding parts up to 12” x 24” (305mm x 610mm) or multiple smaller parts.  Customized variants of this model are available.

When compared to vertical platen systems, horizontal systems typically:  

• are much better suited for part designs where internal components are loose inside one part half prior to welding.
• allow easier loading of both part halves together into lower tool (requires part-part alignment features) using  automatic pick-up of upper part half by upper tool.  
• allow the option of loading and unloading parts outside the machine (using optional power or manual lower tool carriage/drawer and automatic pick-up of upper part half).
• allow the option of automatic welded part drop onto either a take-away container or conveyor belt (using  optional power or manual lower tool carriage/drawer).
• are the easiest platform to automate (using optional power lower tool carriage/drawer and optional automatic welded part drop).

This horizontal systems single motion (upper) tool mounting platen makes possible the options of power or manual lower tool carriage/drawer and automatic welded part drop to take-away container or conveyor.

Standard Features:

Ultra-Rigid Construction utilizing tubular steel framework with leveling feet and linear guide shafts/bearings designed for precise tool alignment through decades of use.  

7.5 HP, 1750 RPM, 11.0 GPM (5.6kW, 1750 RPM, 41.6 LPM) 1000 PSI (68 Bar) Maximum Pressure Hydraulic System with Proportional Valve Control and Linear Position Transducers offers improved control and reduced machine and coating wear by user programmed variable tool mounting platen and heat platen carriage pressures and speeds including “soft-touch” contact of parts halves to heat platen (Melt) and each other (Weld/Seal).

Digital Two-Zone Temperature Control via PLC with Heater Burnout Alarm ensures even heating and precise temperature control with temperature alarm limits. Burnout alarm halts operation of the machine in the event of platen heater failure.

Programmable Automatic Machine and Heat Platen Startup (Time/Date Based) saves production time as the machine can be user programmed to automatically initialize warm-up of heat platen and hydraulic system before start of production.

Allen Bradley SLC-503 Programmable Logic Controller (other controllers quoted upon request)

Allen Bradley PanelView Plus 600 Touch-Screen User Interface simplifies parameter input and allows the following to be displayed:

• Melt, Weld (Seal) & Open Time Digital Control & Display
• Individual Melt & Weld (Seal) Pressure & Speed Settings
• Digital Temperature Control Settings & Alarm Limits
• Resettable Parts Counter
• Non-Resettable Total Machine Cycle Counter
• Diagnostic Display
• Machine Alarms (history storage of up to 99 Alarms)

Multi-Level Passcode Protection limits parameter adjustment to qualified personnel only.

5 Weld Program/Setup Memory allows storage for instant recall, minimizing tool change time.

External 120VAC Duplex Electrical Outlet allows user to easily connect small auxiliary equipment such as computers, printers, radios, etc.

0.75 HP, 1725 RPM, 25.0 in/Hg (0.56kW, 1725 RPM, 63.5cm/Hg) High Capacity Vacuum Pump System designed to secure even the largest parts within the tooling.  Eliminates the need for separate venture-vacuum systems for each tool.   

Pneumatic Power Sliding Safety Door with Zero Force Cycle Activation Switches provide optimum personnel protection while reducing operator fatigue.

Hinged Access Panels with Safety Interlock Switches allows extensive access while providing maximum personnel protection.

Vent Hood with Exhaust Fan evacuates airborne smoke and particulate from the operator location when welding at high temperatures without coatings.  

Interior Viewing Light enhances visibility of the welding process for the operator.

Two English Language Manuals provide detailed documentation and instruction of installation, operation, setup, maintenance & troubleshooting procedures.

Maximum Heat Platen Capacity:  12” x 24” (305mm x 610mm)

Heat Platen Carriage Stroke (back-front):  15.0” (381mm)

Heat Platen Assembly Lateral Stroke (top-bottom):  3.0” (76mm)

Thermal Temperature Range:  100ºF – 1000ºF (38ºC – 538ºC)  Tooling & Application Dependant

Tool Mounting Platens:  14.5” x 26.5” (368mm x 673mm)

Moving Tool Mounting Platen:  Single - Upper

Daylight Opening (between Tool Mounting Platens):  17.0” (432mm)

Tool Mounting Platen Stroke:  8.0” (203mm)

Maximum Clamp Force:  1760 lbs @ 1000 PSI (7.83kN @ 68 Bar)

Front Door Opening:  31.0” W x 21.5” H (787mm x 546mm)

Machine Dimensions:  68.0” D x 63.0” W x 78.8” H (1727mm x 1600mm x 2002mm)

Weight:  ~3000 lbs (1364 kg)

Color:  Forward Technology Two-Tone Gray (unless otherwise specified)

Electrical Requirements:  480 VAC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz

Pneumatic Requirements:  80 PSI, 0.75” ID (5.4 Bar, 19mm ID) Supply Line   System includes Filter, Regulator & Lubricator

Warranty:  Free from materials and workmanship defects for one year from delivery.

Sequence of Operation:

1. Operator loads part halves into holding fixtures.

2. Operator initiates cycle activation switches.

3. Safety door closes.

4. Part halves are automatically held with vacuum or mechanical grippers.

5. Heat platen advances between part halves.

6. Holding fixtures apply part halves to heat platen.

7. Holding fixtures retract from heat platen.

8. Heat platen retracts.

9. Holding fixtures apply part halves together, welding parts together.

10. One holding fixture releases its clamping mechanism.

11. Holding fixtures open, retaining welded part(s) in one fixture.

12. Safety door opens.

13. Operator unloads welded part(s).