01 — Press System
400 Ton Four Column Hydraulic Press Machine
The 400-Ton Four Column Hydraulic Press production line delivers high-density, defect-free composite manhole covers with a 40% weight reduction compared to concrete. Its integrated automated extrusion, pressing, and chilling sequence ensures rapid cycling, superior load-bearing strength, and long-term weather resistance.
Use Case
This fully integrated automated production system continuously melts, mixes, and compacts recycled plastic-sand composites while utilizing rapid chiller cooling to achieve short cycle times. The synchronized line eliminates structural voids, maximizes physical density, and ensures consistent mass production of high-strength, multi-colored manhole covers and rims.
Final Product Properties
- Core Applications: Heavy-duty municipal drainage networks, roadway sewer access, industrial plant utility trenches, and smart city underground cable chambers.
- Waste Recycled Plastics + Sand + Pigments: 30% Multi-Layer Plastics, 70% Masonry Crushed Sand, 3% Pigments, and UV Additives.
- Plastic Sand Composite Manhole Covers & Rims: Heavy-grade load-bearing covers, frame rims, drainage grates, and utility inspection hatches.
- Why 400 Ton Hydraulic Press: Provides high compaction force required to eliminate internal air pockets, ensure uniform density across large surface areas, and lock in exact dimensional tolerances for heavy load ratings.
02 — Technical Specifications
SM 400 HP – Hydraulic Press Machine Complete Technical Data
The SM 400 HP is a heavy-duty 400 Ton hydraulic compression press engineered specifically for the precision molding of plastic sand composite manhole covers and rims. It combines robust structural rigidity with automated pressure controls to ensure consistent material density and high production output.
Capacity: 400 Ton pressing force
Structural Design
- Heavy plate steel structure built to withstand continuous high pressure without frame warping
- Frame Type: 4 Pillar vertical frame design
Hydraulic System
- Top mounted hydraulic power station with oil reservoir, tandem pumps, and solenoid direction valves
- Main Ram Stroke: 600 mm stroke length
- Working Hydraulic Pressure: 250 Bar maximum operating pressure
- Daylight Gap: 1000 mm clear opening
- Approach Speed: 120 mm/Sec rapid advance speed
- Pressing / Drawing Speed: 8 mm/Sec to 12 mm/Sec controlled pressing speed
- Return Speed: 100 mm/Sec fast return speed
Bed / Platen Size Platen: 1000 mm x 1000 mm platen dimensions
Columns: 4 hard chrome plated solid steel guide pillars
Working Envelope: 1000 mm x 1000 mm x 1000 mm total operational clearance
Control System: Programmable Logic Controller PLC system integrated with a color Touchscreen Human Machine Interface HMI
Main Motor Power: 22 kW electric motor power
Valves & Hydraulics: High response directional solenoid valves, proportional pressure valves, and oil filtration system
Automation: Semi automatic operation featuring manual and full automatic cycle modes
Safety Features: Safety light curtains, dual hand push button controls, emergency stop buttons, and hydraulic pressure overload relief valves
SM 400 HP — Model Specifications
- Nominal Force: 4000 KN
- Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 25 MPa
- Max Opening Height of the Slider: 1250 mm
- Max Stroke of the Slider: 800 mm
- Effective Bed Size: 1260 × 1160 mm
- Slider Down Speed: 100 mm/s
- Slider Pressing Speed: 7–12 mm/s
- Slider Return Speed: 100 mm/s
- Ejector Cylinder Nominal Force: 400 KN
- Stroke of the Ejection Cylinder: 300 mm
03 — Die / Mold System
Precision Single Cavity Manhole Cover & Rim Die Mold Engineering
Engineered for compression molding of polymer-sand composites under a 400-ton hydraulic load. Designed to produce high-strength manhole covers and rims with consistent dimensional accuracy and thermal stability.
Technical Specifications (Tooling)
Die Type: Single Cavity Mold
Die Materials
- Core and Cavity P20 or H13 Grade Tool Steel
- Mold Base S45C Carbon Steel
Tool Configuration and Construction
- Monoblock Structure with Integrated Heating Channels
- Ejector System with Hydraulic Push Pins
Key Tooling Features
- Wear Resistant Carbide Coating on Contact Surfaces
- Uniform Oil or Electric Heating Cavity System
Alignment Accuracy
- Guidance Precision within 0 point 0 2 mm
- Guide Pillar Tolerance within 0 point 0 1 mm
Surface Finish: Polished Cavity Polish Ra 0 point 4 microns
Tool Life: 500000 Production Cycles
Precision Single Cavity Manhole Cover & Rim Die Mold
04 — Product Application
Where Plastic Sand Composite Manhole Covers & Rims Are Used
Plastic-sand composite manhole covers and rims are high-strength, lightweight, and corrosion-resistant alternatives to traditional cast iron. They are widely installed across urban infrastructure, residential sectors, and industrial zones to prevent theft and withstand heavy environmental exposure.
Industry Applications
Municipal Infrastructure
Installed across public roads, walkways, and municipal drainage networks to manage stormwater and sewage access. Their non-corrosive properties ensure long service life in harsh chemical and damp underground environments.
Residential and Commercial Complexes
Widely used in housing projects, parking areas, shopping malls, and pedestrian walkways for clean aesthetic integration. They provide reliable load-bearing capacity while offering easy, lightweight manual handling during maintenance.
Telecom and Electrical Utilities
Deployed to protect subterranean cable chambers, fiber optic networks, and power distribution junction boxes. Being non-conductive and non-magnetic, they prevent electrical hazards and eliminate signal interference.
Industrial Facilities and Refineries
Fitted in chemical processing plants, fuel stations, and manufacturing facilities exposed to aggressive fluids and heavy vehicular movement. Their chemical resistance prevents surface degradation, rust, and premature structural failure.
Finished Product Gallery
05 — Key Advantages
Why Choose the 400-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press
The 400-ton hydraulic press delivers the high tonnage, precise thermal regulation, and structural rigidity needed to process plastic-sand composites efficiently. This combination ensures maximum production yield, reduced cycle times, and lower unit manufacturing costs.
Technical & Commercial Benefits
High Tonnage Capacity
Delivers consistent 400-ton clamping force across the entire mold surface, ensuring deep resin compaction and eliminating air pockets inside thick composite sections.
Precise Pressure Control
Features digital hydraulic proportional control to apply gradual pressing speeds, preventing material displacement and ensuring uniform wall thickness throughout the mold.
Superior Thermal Regulation
Integrates heating plates with tight multi-zone temperature monitoring, promoting even curing of polymer-sand mixtures and reducing overall cycle times.
Robust Structural Rigidity
Built with a heavy-duty steel frame that minimizes deflection under maximum load, preserving tight alignment tolerances and extending mold service life.
Cost-Effective Production
Optimizes energy consumption through modern hydraulic circuitry, significantly lowering operational costs per unit while maintaining high daily output.
Reduced Maintenance Downtime
Utilizes durable hydraulic components and automated lubrication systems, keeping operational upkeep low and maximizing long-term production availability.