Lines and automation
PU foaming production lines
Compare carousel, oval, half-round, conveyor and dedicated lines around your moulds, heating requirements and floor space.
Share your mould size and weight, output target and time to demould. These inputs help the manufacturing partner review station count, mould movement and heating. Robot mould-release spraying and demoulding are optional, depending on layout and process.
Available line layouts
| Line type | Available configuration | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Carousel | Water-heated round table | Review mould dimensions and station spacing |
| Oval | Water-heated oval layout | Review floor space and access |
| Half-round | Half-round layout | Confirm heating and station arrangement |
| Belt conveyor | Belt-conveyor layout | Review mould movement and cycle requirements |
| Shoe-sole line | Dedicated electrically heated line | Confirm sole range and mould count |
| Car-seat line | Fully automatic, water heated | Confirm mould-handling and automation scope |
What to include in a layout review
- Moulds — Send overall dimensions, weight, cavity count and details of any carriers you want to reuse.
- Production targets — Include target output per shift and time from dispensing to demoulding.
- Floor plan — Mark usable space, utilities, delivery access and existing production equipment.
- Automation — Identify the operations you want to automate and share the required sequence.
Buyer questions
Can I reuse my existing moulds?
Share the mould dimensions, mounting points and photos. The manufacturing partner can review compatibility with the proposed carriers.
Can robots be included?
Robot release spraying and robot demoulding are available as options. The proposed layout and mould sequence determine suitability.
Can I upgrade an existing line?
Retrofit and automation upgrades are available. Include current equipment details and the change you want to make.
Discuss your production layout
Send product drawings, mould details, cycle targets and a floor plan.