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Formech 1372 Installation, Operating And Service Manual

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Installation, Operating and Service Manual
For Parts, Service & Technical Assistance
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  • Page 1 Large Format Vacuum . . . Forming Machine 1372 Installation, Operating and Service Manual For Parts, Service & Technical Assistance Telephone: +44 (0) 1582 469797 Fax: +44 (0) 1582 469646...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operation Mode Touch screen arrangement and operation Job Editing Mode Heater Settings 1372 - Zone Layout 1372 Heater element power arrangement Heating Zone Control and Adjustment Other Controls and user adjustments Table Speed adjustment Table Height Adjustment Clamp Frame rear spring adjustment...

  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety Thank you for choosing Formech. Please read and follow the below safety instructions before attempting to install or operate your machine. Special attention should be paid to sections dealing with safety. It is impossible to cover all aspects of thermoforming within the scope of this manual, we are therefore available to offer advice on special problems regarding thermoforming techniques, tooling and materials.
  • Page 4 BE EXTRA CAUTIOUS WHEN DEALING WITH COMPRESSED AIR. EVEN AFTER MAIN SUPPLY HAS BEEN SHUT OFF DANGEROUS RESIDUAL PRESSURE MAY STILL BE PRESENT WITHIN THE SYSTEM. NEVER ATTEMPT TO OVERIDE ANY CONTROL SYSTEM INTERLOCK OR SAFETY RELATED CONTROL SYSTEM SUCH AS THE 2 HANDED CONTROL SYSTEM. Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 5 Ensure that you DO NOT work on your own when working at height. ENSURE THAT LOCAL LIFTING HANDLING AND HIGH LEVEL WORKING PROCEDURES ARE APPLIED AND MONITORED BY A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY. Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 6 WHAT IS CONSIDERED TO BE FORESEEABLE MISSUSE. THE USE OF THIS MACHINE MUST BE ASSESSED, MONITORED AND CONTROLLED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THE HEALTH AND SAFTEY IN THE ORGANISATION THAT OWNS AND OPERATES THIS MACHINE. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    • Optional powerful fan cooling system. This manual is the original user instructions for the Formech 1372. It informs the user on machine safety, assembly, operation and maintenance. It also provides an introduction into vacuum forming with some useful advice on mould making and post forming processes.
  • Page 8 4- Mitsubishi touch screen 5- ‘Table Up’ control buttons 6- Table adjustment (depth of draw) 7- Heater handle 8- Heater Guard 9- Counter balance weights 10- Self-adjusting clamp springs 11- Control box with main switch 12- Heater rear supports Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    The Formech 1372 must be stored in a dry environment. Machine transportation, lifting and moving The Formech 1372 is prepared for transportation with the heater secured forwards with counterweights and accessories situated at the front of the machine where possible.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Vacuum button on the operation screen and check that vacuum is present at the hole in the centre of the table. If there is no vacuum or if pressure is present then reverse 2 of the phase connections. THIS MACHINE MUST BE EARTHED Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 11: Pneumatic Connection

    Assembly of the control POD Where the 1372 is delivered in a packaging crate, the control pod may be rotated or removed. Remove the three fi xing screws from their fi xing point at the front RHS corner of the machine, rotate the POD and refi t the 3 screws to allow the POD to be at a suitable angle.

  • Page 12: Counterbalance Arms And Weights

    It is essential to read and fully understand all the information in this manual relating to safety and the Safety Hazards specific to this machine before installing and operating. Operating procedures for this machine must be assessed, monitored and controlled by the person responsible for health and safety. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 13: Operation Mode

    Operation Mode Touch screen arrangement and operation The main functions of the Formech 1372 are operated from the touch screen. HOME SCREEN NEW/EDIT: Allows you to create a new program. See section referring to Job Editing Mode. START: Allows you to start a vacuum forming process, using the default settings or one of your saved programs.
  • Page 14 The arrows guide the user through the main 5 machine functions of the forming cycle. Remain on this screen when performing continuous cycles. Do not press fi nish unless you wish to exit this screen. Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 15 This operation enables the beam sensor to provide automatic levelling of the sheet level during heating. Compressed air is applied under the heated sheet when the beam is broken. This button latches and may be unlatched at any time. Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 16 Note that when a feature is activated, the icon will go green , as shown below: Vacuum activated   Auto-level activated   To bring the table up, press both ‘Table up’ buttons simultaneously. These are located on the front panel of the machine:   Table buttons Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 17: Job Editing Mode

    Zones Standby Autolevel Heat time Fan time Save / Exit Each setting function allows editing of memory parameters. Press the AUTO-LEVEL to enable. The button will change to green. See the following for other editing functions Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 18 SET ZONE HEAT LEVEL% Press the required heat level button to set the required heat level & return to the ZONES screen. Repeat with the remaining zones to achieve the heat profi le required. Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 19 SET FAN RUN TIME IN SECONDS Press set number to adjust using the pop up keypad. Press Press to return to the setting to return to the setting screen Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 20 The Job name may also be edited at this stage by pressing on the name box and using a pop up key pad. Press the black button with Arrow to save. The Home menu will open & saving is complete. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 21: Heater Settings

    Heater Settings 1372 - Zone Layout Front 1372 Heater element power arrangement 400W 300W 300W 300W 300W 300W 300W 300W 300W 300W 400W 300W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 300W 300W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 250W 300W...

  • Page 22: Other Controls And User Adjustments

    For convenience the shaft has a 22mm hexagon end. A rotary handle is supplied with the machine to assist with the manual adjustment. Always make adjustments with the table in the raised position. Rotate the handle clockwise to lower the table height. Rotate the handle anti-clockwise to raise the table height. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 23: Clamp Frame Rear Spring Adjustment

    Touch screen control POD position The rotational angle of the touch screen POD is adjustable. Remove the 3 retaining screws, rotate to align the adjacent holes and achieve the new angle required, refit the screws and tighten. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 24: Fixing Mould Tools

    Further holes may be drilled and tapped for M6 thread. Avoid the centre 200mm section along the full left to right length in the centre of the table when positioning mounting points. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 25: Operating Procedure

    IT IS ESSENTIAL TO READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ALL THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL RELATING TO SAFETY AND THE SAFETY HAZARDS SPECIFIC TO THIS MACHINE BEFORE OPERATING. OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR THIS MACHINE MUST BE ASSESSED, MONITORED AND CONTROLLED BY THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 26: Operating Techniques

    Bubble moulding With the 1372 it is possible to produce bubble mouldings without using a tool. To form a bubble the plastic sheet should be heated with the drape table in the lowered position. When the plastic sheet has heated right through, push back the heater, touch the pre-stretch button and hold.

  • Page 27: Mould Tools

    Sealed moulds will usually release more easily. Silicone based release agents may be used on more difficult moulds. Silicon based release agents are rapidly absorbed by porous (unsealed) moulds, rendering them ineffective. The use of talc as a release agent is not recommended. It may clog the vacuum circuit. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 28: Plastics

    Trim or Spindle saw are available from Formech. Please contact our sales department for further information. In mass production environments the range of equipment available for this requirement encompasses clicking presses, roller presses, routers, horizontal band saws, water jet cutters, laser cutters and many others.

  • Page 29: Forming Difficulties

    Design of mould flow Insufficient pre-stretch Increase pressure, flow or time Material too hot or too cold Increase heating time/temp. Repair or clean mould. Use Marks on finished mouldings Damaged or dirty mould blowgun between formings. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 30: Warranty

    Warranty Reliability and a long service life are synonymous with the Formech brand. However, as with any machinery, certain parts will require periodic replacement and regular maintenance and care will prolong machinery life. Clamp Seals The silicon seals applied to the mould table and to the top aperture of the machine (clamp) are seen as being consumable parts, their service life will depend on how the machine is treated and how often it is used.

  • Page 31: Service & Repair

    This procedure may be repeated every 4-8 months depending on usage. For the reasons stated, the elements, associated cables, connectors, fuses and triac controllers are specifi cally excluded from our standard warranty Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 32: Replacing A Heating Element

    If no LEDS are visible at any time then the sensor may have lost its power connection or become faulty. The Auto-Level may be working properly but blows the plastic up higher than the top-frame level. If this is the case adjust both sensor mounting plates slightly downward Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 33: Vacuum

    If the heater has been left in the forward position, with no plastic in the clamp frame, the table will start to overheat. The pipe attached to the back of the table will shrink and constrict the passage of air. Pipes become less flexible over time and may loosen or crack. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 34: Pneumatics

    • Fit the front panels, reconnect all air pipes, and connect the air and power. Drive the table up and remove the 2 table props. Check operation and fi t side panels. Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 35: Clamp & Table Seals

    If you are unable to cure any problem relating to your machine, or if you wish to order spare parts please contact us at the contact number on the front of this manual stating the model, 1372, the serial no. (on specification plate), and a full description of the fault or parts you need.

  • Page 36: Cleaning

    Lubrication The 1372 requires minimum lubrication. The main lubrication area is the table guide bars situated on either side of the table. Apply a general purpose grease when required to assist with table movement.

  • Page 37: Electrical Circuit Information

    Electrical Circuit information Overview The following is an overview of the 1372 control circuit showing the safety related parts of the control system. Circuit wiring information consists of the following: P1. Power distribution. P2. Inputs and safety related parts on the control system.
  • Page 38 Electrical wiring diagram P1 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 39 Electrical wiring diagram P2 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 40 Electrical wiring diagram P3 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 41 Electrical wiring diagram P4 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 42 Electrical wiring diagram P5 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 43 2 Handed ctrl module Cat I BA5120 Grey Button N.O / N.C. Switch body BZ105 conduit 32mm htr SP32 Conduit end connector SP32 SP32/M32A Scissor bearing 25mm 6205 0.25 Lead screw 1320-1372 Lead screw nut 1336-1372 Thrust bearing 51207 Manual - Formech 1372...
  • Page 44 8mm x 12mm Silicone Seal Strip 8mm x 12mm Silicone Seal Strip High Modulus Silicone Sealant 310ml Clear, HMA100 Natural rubber seal strip, 1M 12 x 8 Nat Rubber 1372 mesh coated 203 6201250 1372 User manual 1372 User manual Manual - Formech 1372...

  • Page 45: Ec Certificate

    Date: 25 February 2015 Name: Paul Vukovich Position: Managing Director Being the responsible person appointed by the manufacturer FORMECH INTERNATIONAL LTD Unit 4 Thrales End Business Park, Thrales End Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3NS - UK Manual - Formech 1250/1500...
  • Page 46 Unit 4, Thrales End Farm, Thrales End Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3NS U.K. Tel: +44 (0)1582 469797 Fax: +44 (0)1582 469646 Accounts: +44 (0)1582 469028 Email: sales@formech.com Registered office as above address. Registered in England Number 2999925 VAT no. GB 604 0796 55...

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