I. Grundlegende Produktinformationen

Q1: What is ASFROM AF series machine?

A1:ASFROM AF series is down-pressed four-column multi-layer hot press vulcanizing hydraulic press, including automatic and semi-automatic two versions. 9 tonnage specifications are available for the whole series. Connecting rod shock absorption structure is normally recommended for models of 1350T and above, while 350T/600T/900T can only be equipped under special working conditions.

Q2: What standard models are included in AF series?

A2:There are 9 standard models in the full series: AF-350T, AF-600T, AF-900T, AF-1100T, AF-1350T, AF-1600T, AF-2000T, AF-2300T, AF-2800T. Each model has different parameters of heat plate size, daylight opening, layers, piston, column and motor.

Q3: What are the full technical specifications of AF-350T?

A3:Rated pressure: 350T; Heat plate size:1200900mm; Daylight opening:150mm; Layers:4; Piston diameter:480mm; Column distance:1100mm; Main motor:7.5KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: optional for special conditions only.

Q4:What are the full technical specifications of AF-600T?

A4:Rated pressure: 600T; Heat plate size:13501100mm; Daylight opening:160mm(5 layers)/140mm(6 layers); Layers:5-6; Piston diameter:610mm; Column distance:1330mm; Main motor:15KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: optional for special conditions only.

Q5: What are the full technical specifications of AF-900T?

A5:Rated pressure: 900T; Heat plate size:15001300/16001300mm; Daylight opening:180mm(5 layers)/150mm(6 layers); Layers:5-6; Piston diameter:762mm; Column distance:1600mm; Main motor:18.5KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: optional for special conditions only.

Q6: What are the full technical specifications of AF-1100T?

A6:Rated pressure: 1100T; Heat plate size:15001300/16001300mm; Daylight opening:160mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:838mm; Column distance:1600mm; Main motor:18.5KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: optional for special conditions only.

Q7: What are the full technical specifications of AF-1350T?

A7: Rated pressure: 1350T; Heat plate size:17001400/18001400mm; Daylight opening:180mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:915mm; Column distance:1850mm; Main motor:22KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: recommended as standard configuration.

Q8: What are the full technical specifications of AF-1600T?

A8:Rated pressure: 1600T; Heat plate size:20001500/22001500mm; Daylight opening:180mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:1020mm; Column distance:2000mm; Main motor:22KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: recommended as standard configuration.

Q9: What are the full technical specifications of AF-2000T?

A9:Rated pressure: 2000T; Heat plate size:20001500/22001500mm; Daylight opening:185/225/260mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:1120mm; Column distance:2000mm; Main motor:30KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: recommended as standard configuration.

Q10: What are the full technical specifications of AF-2300T?

A10:Rated pressure: 2300T; Heat plate size:24001500/26001500mm; Daylight opening:180mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:1020mm; Column distance:2000mm; Main motor:30KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: recommended as standard configuration.

Q11: What are the full technical specifications of AF-2800T?

A11:Rated pressure: 2800T; Heat plate size:24001500/26001500mm; Layers:6; Piston diameter:1120mm; Column distance:2000mm; Main motor:30KW; Shock-absorbing connecting rod: recommended as standard configuration.

II. Anwendbare Branchen und Werkstoffe

Q12: What raw materials can AF hydraulic press process?

A12:It is applicable to EVA foam, PE foam, various rubber raw materials and high-viscosity rubber-plastic mixed materials, for hot press vulcanization forming of shoe foam, tire compound, sealing parts and conveyor belt rubber.

Q13: What finished products are produced by AF hydraulic press?

A13:EVA foam boards, PE foam sheets, rubber shoe soles, rubber sealing rings, shock-absorbing rubber, conveyor belt rubber sheets, semi-finished tire products and various industrial molded rubber goods.

三. Special Knowledge of Shock-absorbing Connecting Rod

Q14: What is shock-absorbing connecting rod structure? What components does it consist of?

A14:Shock-absorbing connecting rod is optional buffer assembly, composed of shock-absorbing connecting rods, damping parts and elastic units, installed on machine transmission position to absorb impact vibration during mold closing and pressure relief.

Q15: Above which tonnage of AF press is shock-absorbing connecting rod normally recommended?

A15:nder normal mass production conditions, shock-absorbing connecting rod is recommended as standard for models of 1350T and above. Small & medium tonnage 350T, 600T, 900T do not require it as factory standard, only optional for high-floor workshop, 24h high-frequency production, high-precision sheets and high-cost molds.

Q16: What core advantages after equipping shock-absorbing connecting rod?

A16:

1. Greatly reduce machine vibration and operating noise, eliminate workshop resonance;
2. Buffer mold locking and pressure relief impact, protect columns, oil cylinder, heating platens and molds to extend service life;
3. Stabilize sheet thickness precision without deviation caused by vibration;
4. Adapt to 24-hour non-stop automatic continuous production.

Q17: Which production scenarios need priority selection of shock-absorbing connecting rod?

A17:

1. Large tonnage machines of 1350T, 1600T, 2000T, 2300T, 2800T;
2. Hydraulic presses installed on second or higher workshop floors;
3. Fully automatic high-cycle lines with frequent mold closing and pressure holding;
4. Strict tolerance requirements for foamed sheet thickness;
5. Large thick heating platens and customized high-cost molds;
6. 350/600/900T machines with many precision equipment and strict noise limits.

IV. Maschinenaufbau und Komponenten

Q18:What are the 9 core components of AF hot press hydraulic press?

A18:

1. Four-column rigid main frame;
2. Multi-layer heating platen assembly;
3. Main hydraulic cylinder power unit;
4. Full-automatic hydraulic control system;
5. Quick pressure relief valve assembly;
6. Lifting & mold closing transmission mechanism;
7. Electric control operation cabinet;
8. Hydraulic motor power group;
9. Optional shock-absorbing connecting rod buffer assembly.

Q19: What are the structural advantages of AF heating platens?

A19:Integrated thickened special heating platen with uniform full-range temperature without local temperature difference, ensuring consistent density of vulcanized foamed sheets and lower reject rate. Equipped shock-absorbing connecting rod avoids uneven sheet thickness caused by vibration.

Q20: What is the function of quick pressure relief valve?

A20: Realize fast ram descending with adjustable speed, shorten single production cycle and improve hourly output. Matched with shock-absorbing connecting rod to reduce instantaneous impact during pressure relief.

Q21: What are the processing features of four-column frame?

A21:The whole frame is integrally welded by national standard steel with post-weld stress relief tempering, featuring high rigidity and no deformation under long-term high pressure with stable load bearing.

V. Kernfunktionen und Merkmale der Ausrüstung

Q22: What is the full automatic operation process of AF hydraulic press?

A22:

1. Place materials and close mold;

2. Cylinder automatically rises to lock mold;

3. Constant pressure holding for vulcanization;

4. Quick pressure relief after set time;

5. Ram automatically descends to open mold;

6. Take finished goods for next cycle; All process parameters can be set on touch screen.

Q23: What are four core advantages of AF hydraulic press?

A23:

1. Thickened uniform heating platens deliver stable vulcanization quality and low reject rate;

2. Full automatic cycle program with adjustable lifting speed for high production efficiency;

3. High-flow quick relief valve shortens single mold cycle time;

4. Shock-absorbing connecting rod standard for large tonnage models to reduce noise and protect machine for 24-hour mass production.

Q24: What is the difference between automatic and semi-automatic versions?

A24:The automatic model completes ascending, locking, pressure holding, relief and descending by full program automatically, only manual loading & unloading; The semi-automatic model requires manual button step control. All functions and optional shock-absorbing connecting rod are identical for two versions.

六.Safety & Performance

Q25: What safety protection designs are equipped on AF hydraulic press?

A25:

1. Multiple emergency stop buttons for one-click power cut under sudden failure;
2. Automatic pressure relief to protect cylinder under hydraulic overload;
3. Power cut protection for overheating heating platens;
4. Closed guard for transmission parts;
5. Optional shock-absorbing connecting rod reduces structural fatigue loss caused by vibration.

Q26:What effect does pressure holding function have on finished products?

A26:Constant pressure during whole vulcanization process ensures compact and uniform internal structure of foamed materials without void or delamination defects, greatly improving physical properties of finished goods. Matching shock-absorbing connecting rod extends machine life under frequent pressure holding.

七.Brand & Applicable Production Lines

Q27:Which upstream machines can match AF hydraulic press to form full EVA foaming line?

A27:Standard upstream matching: ASFROM kneader mixer, AEM-450 double taper sheet extruder, 5/7/9/11 wheel double-layer cooling cutting machine, forming full automatic line: mixing → extrusion → cooling cutting → hot press vulcanization.

Q28:What is the brand positioning of ASFROM AF series?

A28:Standard terminal hot press vulcanizing equipment of ASFROM full rubber & plastic foaming line, brand slogan Right Solution. It serves shoe material, tire, sealing part and chemical color masterbatch foaming industries, supporting customization of machine specification and shock-absorbing connecting rod.

八. Model Selection Consultation

Q29:What key parameters need to be confirmed before purchasing AF hydraulic press?

A29:

1. Rated pressure tonnage required for production;
2. Daylight opening matching product thickness;
3. Heat plate dimension and hot press layers;
4. Workshop power supply and installation floor;
5. Daily continuous production hours;
6. Shock-absorbing connecting rod recommended by default for tonnage ≥1350T, optional for small tonnage as required.

Q30:What commissioning services are provided before machine delivery?

A30: Full machine no-load and material test run in factory, buffer effect test synchronously for models with optional shock-absorbing connecting rod. Real photos and videos of machine operation can be provided as customer requests.

Q31:How to get technical support after machine arrival?

A31: Customers send fault photos/videos for our remote guidance. Overseas engineer on-site service is available with labor & travel cost borne by buyer. Faults of shock-absorbing connecting rod parts can be checked remotely synchronously.

Q32:Can shock-absorbing connecting rod be refitted after machine delivery?

A32: It can be refitted after delivery, but matching during factory production has lower cost. Standard mounting positions are reserved on frame, confirming requirements at order stage has higher cost performance.