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Proco’s Automatic Deflasher provides a cost effective solution for your
automation needs. This relatively uncomplicated machine is considered the
work horse of the Proco product line. The modular design provides
maximum flexibility. The Deflasher can be supplied as part of a
complete automation package, or as an individual unit. It can run in-line
or be manually fed.
The Deflasher punch is a heavy duty mechanism designed to remove the
flash on various containers from just a few ounces up to 2 gallons.
Guide rods ensure accurate alignment of the punch tool during the deflashing operation. The punch mechanism is mounted on vertical guides
to permit the whole mechanism to be adjusted vertically and an embedded
scale provides reference for accurate placement. The punch is driven by a 3
inch diameter air cylinder. This large cylinder can produce up to 700 lbs of
force to remove large, difficult flashes easily.
Deflasher Tooling
Deflash Tooling consists of a holding nest,
punch, and the transfer tooling. The holding
nest is made in two halves from cast urethane
and conforms exactly to the shape of the
container. When the two halves are closed,
the containers are held firmly and accurately in
position for deflashing. The deflash punch is
made from aluminum and is angled to create
a tearing effect when removing the flash.
The transfer tooling attaches to the transfer
arms and grips the container firmly during the
transfer motion in and out of the deflash station.
Accurate Tooling
The Deflash Tooling holds the containers in
positive registration for accurate flash removal.
Multiple Cavities
Multiple containers can be deflashed at
the same time, thereby increasing overall
through-put.
Wide Product Range
The heavy duty deflash mechanism handles a
wide range of containers in various sizes, from
a few ounces up to 2 gallons.
Tail Remover
The optional tail puller removes the tail flash.
Scrap Handling
The integral scrap conveyor located below
the tail puller transports the scrap out of
the Deflasher.
Smooth Product Transfer
The transfer mechanism grips the containers
and moves them horizontally into the deflash
station. This movement also removes the
deflashed containers and transfers them downstream
to the exit conveyor. The containers are
gripped by a contoured section of the urethane
material that is mounted onto the tooling arms.
Simple Control System
The Deflasher is controlled by a PLC that is
situated in the remote operator control console.
This controller is connected to the Deflashing
Machine via an umbilical cord, allowing the
console position to be adjusted, maximizing
operator convenience. The control panel
features a series of control switches, push
buttons and panel lights, allowing the operator
to control the Deflasher in automatic or manual
modes. The panel lights indicate the machine
status. In addition to these controls, there is a
keypad and/or LCD that permits operator
access to the PLC timers and counters.
The timers and counters can be changed to suit
a particular job, making set-up and change over
simple and easy.
Guard System
The guard system provides maximum
protection for the operator while providing
unobstructed observation of the machine in
operation. The guard is made in two sections;
each section can be lifted independently for
easy access or both sections can be opened to
provide maximum access during set-up.
Other features of the guard system include safety
switches that disable the machine and dump the
compressed air when the guard is opened.
