Matched Line Configuration — Every output figure below is tied to a specific block format and pieces-per-mould count, so your daily plan reflects actual site production, not catalogue assumptions.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | QMY4-30 |
| Product Type | Mobile Hydraulic Concrete Block Making Machine |
| Moulding Cycle | 30 seconds |
| Rated Power | 5 kW |
| Overall Dimensions | 1200 × 1200 × 1100 mm |
| Net Weight | 950 kg |
| Machine Type | Mobile / egg-laying (lays blocks directly on ground) |
| Pallet Size | Not applicable |
| Output Capacity | 480 pcs/h based on 400×200×200 mm hollow block (4 pcs/mould) |
| Output Capacity | 600 pcs/h based on 400×150×200 mm hollow block (5 pcs/mould) |
| Output Capacity | 840 pcs/h based on 400×100×200 mm hollow block (7 pcs/mould) |
| 8-Hour Shift Output | 3,840 pcs based on 400×200×200 mm hollow block |
| 8-Hour Shift Output | 4,800 pcs based on 400×150×200 mm hollow block |
| 8-Hour Shift Output | 6,720 pcs based on 400×100×200 mm hollow block |
| Raw Materials | Cement, sand, crushed stones, slag |
| Mould Changeable | Yes — hollow block and solid brick formats |
| Automation Level | Manual pallet handling, mobile operation, no fixed plant required |
| Voltage & Frequency | (basis to be confirmed with supplier) |
| Hydraulic Pressure | (basis to be confirmed with supplier) |
| Vibration Force | (basis to be confirmed with supplier) |
| Warranty | One year |
Application Suitability
| Application | Material or Output |
|---|---|
| On-site construction block production | Cement, sand, crushed stone, slag mixes |
| Remote project site block manufacturing | Hollow blocks and solid bricks without fixed plant infrastructure |
| First-time block plant setup | Low-capital entry with scalable supporting line equipment |
| Contractor self-supply for housing projects | 400×200×200 mm hollow blocks, 4 pcs per mould per cycle |
| Rural building material supply | Solid bricks and smaller hollow formats for local distribution |
What "480 Blocks per Hour" Actually Means for Your Site
Capacity figures are only useful when you know exactly which block format they assume.
I have spent years on project sites across Africa and South Asia watching mobile block machines sit idle while the crew scrambles to move wet blocks by hand. The QMY4-30 completes a moulding cycle every 30 seconds, but the real question is what happens after the block touches the ground. Without a planned curing area and a handling sequence, your mobile concrete block making machine turnkey setup becomes a bottleneck. One contractor I worked with needed forty labourers just to keep up with the machine because nobody had specified feeding, mixing, or curing rack handling as part of the line [NEED_CITE: mobile block production line planning standards].
How the QMY4-30 Fits Into a Complete Production Setup
The QMY4-30 operates as an egg-laying machine, laying each block directly onto a prepared ground surface. This eliminates the need for pallets and curing racks, which keeps initial capital low. However, the mobile block machine production line must still account for raw material batching, mixing consistency, and a ground surface flat enough to produce dimensionally accurate blocks. Every station upstream of the press must feed at a rate that matches the 30-second cycle, or the machine waits between cycles and real output drops below the stated figures.
Where Supporting Equipment Decides Your Real Daily Output
A mixer that cannot deliver a consistent batch every 30 seconds will leave the press idle. Similarly, if the raw material feeding station relies on manual shovelling, the operator’s pace becomes the line’s pace. On sites I have visited, the difference between a well-configured mobile concrete block making machine turnkey installation and a struggling one almost always comes down to the stations surrounding the press [NEED_CITE: block production line supporting equipment scope]. Planning the feeding, mixing, and material transport sequence before the machine arrives prevents costly retrofitting.
Reading the Specifications That Matter on Site
The 5 kW rated power draw means the QMY4-30 can run from a portable generator on sites without stable grid supply — a common condition on remote housing projects. At 950 kg and 1200 × 1200 × 1100 mm, the machine fits inside a standard pickup bed or small flatbed truck, so relocation between project phases does not require heavy transport logistics. The changeable mould system covers three hollow block widths (200 mm, 150 mm, 100 mm) within one frame, giving contractors format flexibility without buying additional machines. Hydraulic pressure and vibration force values should be confirmed against your local aggregate and mix design before production begins, as mismatched settings produce blocks with inconsistent compressive strength.
The Hidden Cost of Treating the Press as the Entire Line
When buyers evaluate a mobile block machine based on the press alone, they often discover after delivery that the mixer is undersized, the aggregate is too coarse for the mould, or the curing ground was never prepared. I have watched a complete mobile block machine production line stall because the voltage and frequency at the site did not match the motor winding, delaying commissioning by weeks while a replacement motor was shipped [NEED_CITE: voltage and frequency standards by export market]. These problems are avoidable if every station is specified together.
Why Procuring the Full Line From One Source Changes the Outcome
Block machinery is our single focus, so the QMY4-30 is specified together with its feeder, mixer, and handling equipment as one matched system. Configuration is set against your actual mix design and local aggregate rather than a catalogue default. Mould design covers the formats your market sells, including custom drawings when standard sizes do not fit. Automation level is selectable — you can start with manual handling and add feeding or batching stations later as output demand grows. Installation support includes operator training on your specific mix and block format.
Documentation & Verification
- Line layout drawing with capacity stated per block format for the QMY4-30
- Factory test record run on your target block size before dispatch
- Voltage, frequency, and control language confirmation sheet signed before shipment
- Mould drawing and format list for every block type included in your order
- Hydraulic and electrical schematic for on-site troubleshooting
Installation, Commissioning & Support
- Prepared flat ground surface required — the 1200 × 1200 mm footprint must be level for dimensional accuracy
- 5 kW power supply on a dedicated circuit with confirmed voltage and frequency
- Machine arrives fully assembled at 950 kg — requires a forklift or crane for unloading
- First-cycle commissioning includes mould alignment and block dimension check on your mix
- Operator training covers mould change procedure and 30-second cycle pacing
- Wear parts list with recommended spare mould and hydraulic seal inventory
What We Need From You to Size the Line
To prepare a mobile concrete block making machine turnkey proposal, share your target block formats and daily output requirement. Include the raw materials available locally and their grading, along with the site voltage and frequency. Let us know whether you need the mixer, feeder, and material handling specified as part of the package or if existing equipment will be used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is daily output calculated, and which block format does each figure assume?
A: Every output number is tied to a specific block size and pieces-per-mould count. The QMY4-30 produces 3,840 pieces per 8-hour shift based on 400×200×200 mm hollow blocks at 4 pieces per mould. Smaller formats yield higher counts because more pieces fit each mould. These figures assume uninterrupted feeding and mixing at the 30-second cycle pace.
Q: What supporting equipment is needed around the QMY4-30 for a complete line?
A: At minimum you need a pan mixer sized to deliver a batch every 30 seconds, a raw material feeding method, and a prepared flat curing ground. For higher consistency, add a batching station and aggregate screening. We specify each station so the press is never left waiting between cycles.
Q: How does egg-laying affect curing area planning compared to pallet systems?
A: Egg-laying machines lay blocks directly on the ground, eliminating pallets and rack systems but requiring a large, flat, prepared surface. You must plan curing area square footage based on your daily output and the days needed before blocks can be moved. Ground preparation quality directly affects block dimensional accuracy.
Q: Can this mobile setup be expanded into a semi-automatic stationary plant later?
A: Yes. The QMY4-30 serves as a low-capital entry point. When output demand grows, you can transition to a stationary press with automatic pallet feeding, stacking, and cubing while keeping the same mixer and feeding infrastructure. The upgrade path depends on your site conditions and target capacity.
