Model C: Brake Pads Intelligent Weighing and Pressing System(Back Dosing-Semi Auto)
Against the backdrop of the manufacturing industry’s surging demand for automated and dust-free workshops, numerous brake pad production facilities are striving to upgrade and modernize their press machine workshops. However, traditional press machines in these workshops usually lack mold shifting mechanisms. Coupled with the characteristics of molds such as varying cavity counts, irregular inter-cavity spacing, and large quantities, the process of automation transformation has been significantly hindered.
To address these industry pain points, our company has invested extensive R&D efforts to launch an intelligent weighing and material feeding system. This cutting-edge system is meticulously designed to adapt to the diverse needs of different brake pad factories, regardless of the models of their press machines or the unique layouts of their molds. By adopting this system, manufacturers of brake pads can achieve seamless automation upgrades with minimal investment, thereby optimizing production capacity and cost-efficiency—whether for Car Brake Pads Machine or Truck Brake Pads Machine applications.
I. System Overview & Division of Labor
The system realizes efficient and high-quality production through a scientific division of labor between operators and automated modules, serving as a core supporting component for advanced Brake Pads Machine production lines.
A. Operator’s Core Responsibilities
The operator plays a crucial role in coordinating with the automated system, mainly undertaking the following tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the Brake Pads Machinery:
| Responsibility Item | Specific Operations & Significance |
|---|---|
| HMI Operation | Operate the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) to input production parameters (e.g., weighing dosage, operation speed), initiate/monitor processes, and receive real-time system feedback, enabling customization for different brake pad models. |
| Backing Plate Placement | Manually place backing plates into molds with precision. Proper alignment ensures the structural integrity and performance of the final brake pad. |
| Material Loading | Load friction mixture boxes into the system carefully to avoid spillage or contamination, laying a foundation for accurate weighing and dosing. |
| Finished Product Retrieval | Collect finished brake pads and conduct preliminary visual inspection to identify visible defects early, ensuring basic quality control. |
B. Automated Core Processes
The automated modules of the system take over the high-precision and repetitive key links, which is the core driving force for the automation of Brake Pads Machine production:
| Automated Process | Technical Details & Functional Advantages |
|---|---|
| Auto Material Weighing & Dosing | Adopt advanced sensors and precise algorithms to weigh and dispense materials. Weighing range: 40-400g (customizable); weighing tolerance: ±0.5-±1.0g (adjustable), ensuring accurate material proportioning. |
| Auto Pre-Pressing in Material Tray | Automatically pre-press materials in the tray to improve material density and distribution, laying a foundation for uniform quality of subsequent pressing and curing. |
| Auto Mold Release Spraying & Cleaning | Optional full automation (or semi-automation with operator assistance). Maintains mold integrity, facilitates brake pad demolding, extends mold lifespan, and prevents material buildup affecting quality. |
| Auto Material Feeding & Flattening | Automatically feed materials into mold cavities and flatten them, eliminating voids and unevenness, ensuring consistent physical and mechanical properties of brake pads. |
II. Core Capabilities & Technical Specifications
This system is designed to be highly adaptable and efficient, fully meeting the production needs of various Brake Pads Machine types, including Car Brake Pads Machine and Truck Brake Pads Machine.
A. Key Capabilities Summary
| Capability Category | Detailed Description |
|---|---|
| Mold Compatibility | Fully compatible with any mold layout, regardless of cavity count, shape, or spacing. The feeder’s X&Y-axis moves adaptively according to mold layout (e.g., 2×2, 3×3, 3×4, 4×4, 2×6, etc.), supporting production of different brake pad models without major line modifications. |
| Production Capacity | Equipped with two press machines, enabling simultaneous production of two different brake pad models. Enhances efficiency and flexibility, adapting to diverse market demands. |
| Weighing System Configuration | Features 2 material bins (each with 4 feeders) for separate weighing of underlayer mixture and friction mixture. Ensures precise material proportioning and continuous production flow. |
| Manipulator Movement | Manipulators travel along the back of the system, efficiently transferring weighed/pre-pressed materials to molds and retrieving finished products, optimizing overall production automation. |
B. Technical Specifications Details
| Specification Item | Parameters & Features |
|---|---|
| Material Bins | – Quantity: 2 bins (for 2 different materials separately)- Design: Equipped with lids/covers (anti-contamination/spillage) and level sensors (real-time material level monitoring, prompting refilling via HMI). |
| Weighing Range | 40-400 grams (customizable), adapting to different material dosage requirements of various brake pad formulations (suitable for both small additives and main friction materials). |
| Weighing Tolerance | Up to ±0.5 gram (adjustable), ensuring ultra-high weighing precision. Critical for maintaining consistent quality and performance of brake pads, meeting/exceeding industry standards. |
| Applicable Machinery | Compatible with various Brake Pads Machinery, including Car Brake Pads Machine and Truck Brake Pads Machine, adapting to different press machine models and production scenarios. |
III. Summary
Our intelligent weighing and material feeding system is a game-changer for the automation upgrade of brake pad press workshops. With its strong mold compatibility, high-precision automated processes, and flexible configuration, it effectively solves the pain points of traditional Brake Pads Machine workshops in automation transformation. Whether for small-batch customization or large-scale mass production, whether for Car Brake Pads Machine or Truck Brake Pads Machine production lines, this system can help manufacturers achieve cost-effective automation upgrades, improve production efficiency and product quality, and gain core competitiveness in the market.
