Wabash MPI Receives Patent for E-Series Compression Press
Wabash MPI has recently received a patent (US 6990896B2) for their all electric E-Series Compression Press. Especially suited for clean room and laboratory applications, the E-Series is designed for round-the-clock performance in a lab or on the production floor.
This press series is clean, quiet to operate, and offers greater precision and reliability over hydraulically driven presses. It also offers greater energy savings, especially for longer dwell time applications. The E-Series is ideal for compression molding rubber/elastomers, gum silicones, various TPR's, thermosets, and thermoplastics, but can also be used in various bonding and laminating applications. The unique all electric power/drive system provides accurate ramping of clamp force from 1,000 lbs to 30 tons.
The E-series features a microprocessor-based programmable control of all press functions. Standard temperature range is to 650°F, higher temperatures are available. The PLC controls the temperature and has programmable heating/cooling capability. Platen sizes range from 12° x 12° to 24° x 24°. Heated platens are fully insulated, cartridge heaters are included. An integral load cell is included for force feedback to the PLC providing programmable pressure ramping capability. The PLC also has a segmented program structure with recipe storage.
For more information contact WABASH MPI, PO Box 298, Wabash, IN 46992-0298. Phone 260-563-1184. Fax 260-563-1396. E-mail: wabashmpi@corpemail.com. Website: www.wabashmpi.com.
Dave Singer
260-563-1184
