Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Components of a Solid Cement Brick Making Machine
- Working Process
- Aichen Company Solutions
- References
Introduction
Solid cement brick making machines are essential in constructing durable and high-quality bricks for building infrastructure. Understanding the mechanisms and processes involved in these machines is crucial for optimizing brick production and ensuring efficient operations.
Components of a Solid Cement Brick Making Machine
A solid cement brick making machine consists of several key components that work in harmony to produce bricks. These components include:
- Feeding System: This system manages the input of raw materials such as cement, sand, and aggregates into the machine. It's equipped with sensors to maintain precise proportions.
- Mixing Unit: Ensures uniform mixing of raw materials to achieve a consistent quality mix. Typically, a rotary or twin-shaft mixer is used.
- Moulding Mechanism: Utilizes high-pressure hydraulics to shape the material into bricks. It often operates at pressures ranging from 5-12 MPa.
- Control System: Automated units featuring programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for precision in timing and operations.
- Conveyor Belts: Transport raw materials and finished bricks within the system.
- Hydraulic Power Pack: Provides the necessary power to drive the hydraulic system, often around 20 to 30 horsepower.
Working Process
The process of making solid cement bricks is a series of well-coordinated steps that ensure the production of high-quality bricks.
- Preparation: Raw materials are accurately weighed and fed into the mixing unit.
- Mixing: The mixing unit blends the materials uniformly, maintaining a moisture content of approximately 10% for optimal molding.
- Moulding: The mix is transferred into the moulding mechanism where hydraulic pressure is applied, compressing the material into the desired brick shape.
- Curing: Once moulded, bricks are cured under specific temperature and humidity conditions, typically at 20°C with 85% relative humidity for a duration of 24 to 48 hours.
- Final Inspection: Finished bricks undergo quality checks for dimensions and strength (usually tested to withstand compressive strengths of at least 4 N/mm²).
Aichen Company Solutions
Aichen Company provides state-of-the-art solid cement brick making machines with advanced features designed to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. Their solutions include:
- Fully Automated Systems: Incorporates advanced PLCs that minimize human intervention and increase efficiency.
- Energy-Efficient Models: Designed to use up to 15% less power than traditional machines, with optimized hydraulic systems and motors.
- Customizable Machine Configurations: Offers the flexibility to adjust mould sizes and configurations to meet specific project requirements.
- Inbuilt Quality Monitoring: Real-time sensors and analytics software for ensuring consistent output quality.
References
- Smith, J. (2019). The Science of Building Materials. New York: Construction Press.
- Johnson, A. & Lee, P. (2021). Modern Brickmaking Techniques. London: Masonry Innovations.
- Factory Guide: Aichen Company, (2022). Aichen Automated Brick Manufacturing Systems. Aichen Publications.