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HANDBOOK
Squeeze Off Unit
SOU 400
Please refer any queries to:
Hy – Ram Engineering Co Ltd
Pelham Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2EY
Telephone No: (01623) 422982
Please note all queries should state the type and serial number of the unit.
SOU400 HANDBOOK 30012013

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  • Page 1 HANDBOOK Squeeze Off Unit SOU 400 Please refer any queries to: Hy – Ram Engineering Co Ltd Pelham Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire NG18 2EY Telephone No: (01623) 422982 Please note all queries should state the type and serial number of the unit.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Product Description ....................5 EC Declaration of Conformity ..................6 Introduction ....................... 7 Description ......................... 7 Health and Safety Notes ………………………………………………………………………..……... 7/8 Assembly and Usage ……………………………………………………………………………………..8 Stop Information Table …………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Operating Instructions ..................... 10 1. Preparation ...................... 10 2.
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  • Page 5: Product Description

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Hy-Ram SOU400 Squeeze Off Unit has the facility to enable four simultaneous squeeze points to be executed. The unique design with dual hydraulic cylinders provides the hydraulic power to squeeze the pipe to the optimum compression, (squeeze gap set by pipe stop and guide tube sleeve), then the Top and Bottom Beams are very simply mechanically locked together.

  • Page 6: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Machine description: Squeeze Off Unit Make: Hy-Ram Type: SOU400 Serial number: ______________ Year of construction: _____________ Manufactured by: Hy-Ram Engineering Co Ltd. Pelham Street Mansfield Nottinghamshire NG18 2EY This machinery has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the following transposed harmonised European standards.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Explains additional or helpful information. B. DESCRIPTION The Hy-Ram SOU400 Squeeze Off Unit has the facility to enable four simultaneous Squeeze points to be executed. The unique design with dual hydraulic cylinders provides the hydraulic power to squeeze the pipe to the optimum compression, (squeeze gap set by pipe stop and guide tube sleeve), then the Top and Bottom Beams are very simply mechanically locked together.

  • Page 8: Assembly And Usage

    WARNING Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with the Noise at Work Regulations. D. ASSEMBLY AND USAGE Equipment: Power Unit; Pneumatic Input/Hydraulic Output c/w Hydraulic Hoses. Hydraulic Cylinders. Top Beam. Bottom Beam. Pair of stops diameter/SDR to suit pipe to be squeezed. SAFETY WARNING See Stop information table for pipe diameter and correct stop to be used.
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  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    E. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION The Hydraulic Rams should always be transported with the Rams closed. This is to protect the Piston Rods from being damaged. The Rams have to be opened before you can start the operation. Make sure both the Cylinders are fully open. Centrally position Bottom Beam underneath the pipe to be squeezed off at the desired squeeze off point.

  • Page 11: Operation: Connection To The Compressor

    CONNECTION TO THE COMPRESSOR POWER UNIT Ensure Vent Valve on Power Unit is in ‘Vent’ position. Ensure Directional Valve on Power Unit is in ‘neutral’ (centre) position. Ensure Compressor has outlet pressure within the range 80-100psi (5.5-6.9 Bar) If pressure is outside this range: DO NOT USE! Ensure Compressor outlet valve(s) are in closed position and start compressor.

  • Page 12: Operation Release

    Mechanically lock the Top Beam to the Bottom Beam by sliding the latches (B3, B4) across and tightening the allen screws. The beams are now mechanically locked together. (Figure 4.0). Release cylinder latches (B1, B2) and turn directional valve to release position. The cylinder will extend leaving the Top and Bottom Beam mechanically locked together.

  • Page 13: Operating Diagrams

    HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU 400 SQUEEZE OFF UNIT Position squeeze off stops onto bottom bar for the diameter! SDR combination of the pipe to be squeezed. The squeeze off stops set the final squeeze gap between the beams and ensure the optimum compression of the pipe walls.
  • Page 14 HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU 400 SQUEEZE OFF UNIT Prior to squeezing off ensure that the pipe is positioned centrally across the width of the squeeze bar. SOU400 HANDBOOK 30012013 Page 14...
  • Page 15 HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU 400 SQUEEZE OFF UNIT Once the pipe is fully squeezed, operate latch and mechanically lock top and bottom beam together. SOU400 HANDBOOK 30012013 Page 15...
  • Page 16 HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU 400 SQUEEZE OFF UNIT Once the top and bottom beams are mechanically locked, undo cylinder latches and extend cylinders to the fully open position. The cylinders can now be removed. HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU400 HANDBOOK 30012013...
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  • Page 18: Maintenance

    HY-RAM ENGINEERING CO LTD SOU 400 SQUEEZE OFF UNIT Hydraulic Power Unit: Pneumatic Input / Hydraulic Output. NOTE Use hydraulic oil ISO VG 32, The reservoir to be filled to ¾ full with new clean oil approx 3.5 litre. Grade ISO VG 46 oil to be used in temperatures of 40°C and above.

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