Coordinated station flow — every conveyor speed, pallet feeder cycle and hopper gate on the QT10-15 line is timed against the press stroke so the host never idles between mouldings.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | QT10-15 |
| Product Type | Automatic Hydraulic Block Making Machine |
| Machine Type | Vertical stationary resonance block making machine |
| Control System | PLC control cabinet |
| Hydraulic System | Independent integrated hydraulic station |
| Mould Change | Simple replacement, multi-function with one machine |
| Components Included | Pallet feed machine, block making machine, storage hopper, conveyor, hydraulic unit, PLC control cabinet |
| Output Capacity (400×200×200 mm hollow block) | 1,800–2,400 pcs/h, 14,400–19,200 pcs/8 hr; moulding cycle 15–20 s, 10 pcs/mould |
| Output Capacity (400×150×200 mm hollow block) | 2,160–2,880 pcs/h, 17,280–23,040 pcs/8 hr; moulding cycle 15–20 s, 12 pcs/mould |
| Output Capacity (240×115×53 mm solid brick) | 8,928–11,160 pcs/h, 71,424–89,280 pcs/8 hr; moulding cycle 15–20 s, 62 pcs/mould |
| Output Capacity (200×100×60 mm paving block) | 5,184–6,480 pcs/h, 41,472–51,840 pcs/8 hr; moulding cycle 20–25 s, 27 pcs/mould |
| Output Capacity (225×112.5×60 mm paving block) | 4,032–5,040 pcs/h, 32,256–40,320 pcs/8 hr; moulding cycle 20–25 s, 24 pcs/mould |
| Automation Level | Automatic |
| Assembly State | Production line configuration (multiple stations) |
| Warranty | 1 year for whole machine (excluding spare parts) |
| Rated Power | confirm with manufacturer |
| Voltage & Frequency | confirm before ordering |
| Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | confirm with manufacturer |
| Net Weight | confirm with manufacturer |
| Hydraulic Pressure | confirm with manufacturer |
| Vibration Force | confirm with manufacturer |
| Pallet Size | confirm with manufacturer |
| PLC Display Language | confirm before production |
| Standards | CE (where applicable) |
Application Suitability
| Application | Material or Output |
|---|---|
| Hollow block production | Crushed stone, sand, cement and fly ash blends for load-bearing and partition walls |
| Hourdis (slab block) production | Lightweight aggregate or standard concrete mixes for ribbed slab infill |
| Standard solid brick production | Dense aggregate mixes for structural and facing brick formats |
| Paving brick production | Fine-graded sand and cement for pedestrian and light-traffic surfaces |
| Multi-cellular brick production | Permeable concrete blends for stormwater management and landscaping |
| Block production lines for contractors | Multiple format output from one line to match changing site requirements |
Why the Conveyor Speed Decides Your Real Daily Output
A press rated for 2,400 hollow blocks per hour produces nothing while it waits for the next pallet.
Suppliers often quote the QT10-15 host cycle in isolation, but on a real shop floor the pallet feed machine, belt conveyor and storage hopper each have their own timing window. If the conveyor cannot return a loaded pallet to the press station before the mould closes, every subsequent cycle slips. Over an eight-hour shift those small gaps compound into a noticeable shortfall against the quoted capacity [NEED_CITE: typical station bottleneck impact on shift output in block production]. When we plan an automatic block machine production line, we calculate the return path for each station and set the PLC so the press is never the one left idle.
Station Timing Across the Turnkey Block Making Line
The turnkey block making line built around the QT10-15 treats the press as one node in a chain. The pallet feed machine pushes a clean pallet onto the conveyor, the storage hopper gates the mix into the mould box, and the hydraulic unit drives compaction — all coordinated by the PLC control cabinet. If any station finishes early, the PLC holds its output until the downstream station is ready, preventing pile-ups that damage fresh blocks.
Where the Independent Hydraulic Station Fits
Vibration and cement dust are the two main killers of hydraulic valves. The QT10-15 uses an independent integrated hydraulic station mounted away from the host frame, reducing valve wear caused by resonance transmission [NEED_CITE: hydraulic valve contamination sources in block plant environments]. This separation also simplifies maintenance: technicians can service filters and hoses without dismantling the press or stopping the pallet conveyor.
Reading the Capacity Table Honestly
Every output figure listed above is tied to a specific block size, mould cavity count and cycle time. The 400×200×200 mm hollow block runs at 15–20 seconds per cycle with 10 cavities, while the 200×100×60 mm paving block needs 20–25 seconds with 27 cavities. Switching formats changes both the numerator and the denominator of your daily calculation. When we prepare the line layout, the capacity document states which format was assumed so buyers can compare against their actual sales mix rather than a catalogue default.
The Hydraulic Pressure and Vibration Force Balance
Block strength comes from the interplay between hydraulic pressure and vibration force during compaction. Too much vibration with too little pressure leaves voids; too much pressure with weak vibration crushes aggregate and reduces interlock. On the QT10-15, the PLC adjusts the vibration frequency while the independent hydraulic station holds the preset compaction pressure, so a switch from hollow block to paving block does not require manual valve tweaking. Getting this balance right against the buyer’s local aggregate and cement ratio is part of the pre-production configuration, not a field adjustment [NEED_CITE: vibration and hydraulic pressure matching for concrete block density].
What Happens When Stations Are Specified Separately
Buying the press from one supplier and the pallet feeder from another often means the PLC on each unit speaks a different protocol. The result is a line where the pallet feeder cycles at its own pace, forcing operators to manually gate the conveyor or, worse, pull pallets by hand. In plants I have walked through, that mismatch added an extra worker per shift and cut daily output well below the sum of the individual station ratings. Specifying the QT10-15 as a complete line — pallet feed, conveyor, hopper, hydraulic unit and PLC cabinet from one source — removes that integration gap.
Why Buyers Source the Line from One Supplier
The QT10-15 is configured as a single matched system: machine, mould, pallet and handling equipment specified together rather than assembled from separate vendors. Capacity calculations are prepared against the buyer’s actual block format, local aggregate and cement ratio, not a generic catalogue figure. Moulds for hollow block, solid brick, paving block and hourdis are designed to buyer drawings so the formats produced match what the local market actually purchases. Automation level is selectable, allowing a buyer to start semi-automatic and add stacking later without replacing the press. Installation, commissioning and operator training are included so the first shift runs under supervision rather than trial and error.
Documentation & Verification
- Line layout and capacity calculation stating the block format assumed for each output figure
- Hydraulic and electrical schematic covering the full line, not the press alone
- Voltage, frequency and PLC display language confirmation before production starts
- Factory test record running all stations together to verify cycle time matching
- Mould drawing and format list for every block type included in the order
- Operation and maintenance manual with wear parts and mould replacement schedule
Installation, Commissioning & Support
- Foundation plan sized to the QT10-15 overall dimensions and vibration load
- Dedicated electrical circuit confirmed for the line’s total rated power before arrival
- Pallet feed machine, conveyor and storage hopper assembled and aligned on-site
- PLC control cabinet commissioned with operator language set before first production run
- Independent hydraulic station flushed, pressure set and test-cycled across all formats
- Operator training covering mould change, daily greasing and first-line fault clearing
What to Send with Your Inquiry
To size the turnkey block making line around the QT10-15, provide the block formats you sell, your target daily output per format, the local aggregate and cement available, and your curing area dimensions. Include the voltage, frequency and PLC language required at your site, along with any existing pallet stock or forklift capacity so pallet size can be matched.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is line capacity calculated per block format and what cycle time is assumed?
A: Each capacity figure for the QT10-15 is tied to a specific block size, mould cavity count and moulding cycle range. For example, 400×200×200 mm hollow blocks run at 15–20 seconds per cycle with 10 cavities. The line layout document states the format assumed so buyers can compare against their actual sales mix.
Q: How do pallet feeding, conveyor and press cycle times stay synchronized?
A: The PLC control cabinet coordinates the pallet feed machine, belt conveyor and storage hopper so each station finishes before the downstream station needs input. If any station runs early, the PLC holds its output, preventing pile-ups that could damage fresh blocks on the automatic block machine production line.
Q: What raw material feeding and mixing configuration matches this press output?
A: The storage hopper and conveyor must deliver mix to the mould box within the press cycle window. We calculate the mixer batch size and feed rate against the QT10-15 cycle time and the buyer’s specific mix design to avoid the press waiting for material.
Q: What voltage, frequency and PLC language are confirmed before shipment?
A: Voltage, frequency and PLC display language are confirmed in writing before the QT10-15 enters production. This avoids rewiring or reprogramming delays when the line arrives at the buyer’s site.
Q: What installation support and operator training are included for the full line?
A: Installation covers mechanical assembly and alignment of the pallet feed, conveyor, hopper and hydraulic station. Commissioning includes a supervised production run across all ordered formats, and operator training covers mould change, daily maintenance and first-line fault clearing.
