Matched System Configuration — the QT10-15 is quoted with pallet feeding, material conveying, hydraulic unit, and stacking stations aligned to the same cycle time, so the press never waits on upstream or downstream equipment.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | QT10-15 |
| Product Type | Hydraulic Concrete Block Making Machine |
| Control System | PLC control cabinet |
| Hydraulic System | Independent integrated hydraulic station |
| Vibration Mode | Vertical station mode resonance with automatic FM-AM |
| Components Included | Pallet feed machine, block making machine, storage hopper, conveyor, hydraulic unit, PLC control cabinet |
| Cycle Time (400×200×200mm hollow block) | 15–20s |
| Output (400×200×200mm, 10 pcs/mould) | 1,800–2,400 pcs/h | 14,400–19,200 pcs/8hr |
| Cycle Time (400×150×200mm hollow block) | 15–20s |
| Output (400×150×200mm, 12 pcs/mould) | 2,160–2,880 pcs/h | 17,280–23,040 pcs/8hr |
| Cycle Time (240×115×53mm solid brick) | 15–20s |
| Output (240×115×53mm, 62 pcs/mould) | 8,928–11,160 pcs/h | 71,424–89,280 pcs/8hr |
| Cycle Time (200×100×60mm paving block) | 20–25s |
| Output (200×100×60mm, 27 pcs/mould) | 5,184–6,480 pcs/h | 41,472–51,840 pcs/8hr |
| Cycle Time (225×112.5×60mm interlocking block) | 20–25s |
| Output (225×112.5×60mm, 24 pcs/mould) | 4,032–5,040 pcs/h | 32,256–40,320 pcs/8hr |
| Mould Change | Simple mould replacement for multi-format production |
| Automation Level | Automatic (basis not stated in source — confirm pallet handling, stacking, cubing extent) |
| Rated Power | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Voltage & Frequency | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Overall Dimensions | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Pallet Size | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Hydraulic Pressure | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Vibration Force | To be confirmed at inquiry |
| Warranty | 1 year for whole machine (excluding spare parts) |
Application Suitability
| Application | Material or Output |
|---|---|
| Hollow block production | Crushed stone, sand, cement, fly ash aggregate mixes |
| Multi-cellular brick production | Lightweight aggregate and cement blends |
| Paving block production | High-density concrete with fine aggregate grading |
| Standard solid brick production | Cement and local sand or quarry dust |
| Interlocking block production | Stabilized soil-cement or standard concrete mixes |
| Construction block plant | Continuous shift output across multiple block formats |
| On-site concrete product manufacturing | Project-specific formats with mobile plant layout |
What a Single "Pieces per Hour" Figure Hides About Your QT10-15 Block Making Machine Production Line
Real line capacity depends on which block format you run, how long each mould cycle takes, and whether upstream feeding and downstream pallet handling can keep pace.
I have watched buyers receive a QT10-15 block making machine production line and then discover that the headline capacity was based on a hollow block they never intended to sell. The actual format their market demanded ran at a slower cycle with a different mould, and the daily output dropped accordingly. Nobody on either side had written down the assumption behind the number. [NEED_CITE: block format and cycle time assumptions in capacity quotations]
That mismatch is the reason every capacity figure in this specification is tied to a named block size, a stated piece count per mould, and a measured cycle range. When you compare lines, those three data points matter more than a single throughput claim.
How Stations Connect Around the QT10-15 Press
A block press only cycles as fast as the slowest station around it. The QT10-15 block making machine production line pairs the press with a pallet feed machine, storage hopper, and conveyor so that raw material arrives and pallets are positioned before the press completes its previous cycle. The PLC control cabinet coordinates these stations, eliminating idle time between presses.
When the pallet return loop or the stacking station falls behind, the press sits idle and the quoted cycle time becomes irrelevant. Line layout drawings should show each station’s cycle alongside the press cycle so no hidden bottleneck exists.
Where the Line Meets Your Existing Curing and Handling Setup
Downstream of the press, wet blocks on pallets must move to curing racks without manual bottleneck. The pallet size, pallet material, and stacker configuration must align with the curing area dimensions and the forklift fleet already on site. A pallet chosen without that context arrives and cannot fit the existing rack spacing, forcing a rework of the entire curing yard. [NEED_CITE: pallet and curing yard compatibility in block plant layout]
For the QT10-15, we confirm pallet dimensions against your curing rack spacing and forklift fork width before production begins, so blocks leave the line and slot directly into your existing infrastructure.
Reading the Specs That Actually Shape Block Quality
Hydraulic pressure and vibration force together determine the density and compressive strength of each block. The QT10-15 uses an independent integrated hydraulic station, physically separated from the press vibration and dust, which keeps pressure stable across continuous shifts. Vertical station mode resonance with automatic frequency modulation adjusts vibration to the block format being pressed, so a thin paving block and a tall hollow block each receive appropriate compaction rather than a single default setting.
The PLC control cabinet manages material feed timing, vibration duration, and hydraulic press sequence in one program. When the operator switches moulds, the program parameters shift to match the new format, reducing the chance of human timing error. Simple mould replacement allows the line to move between hollow blocks, solid bricks, pavers, and interlocking formats without a full shift of downtime.
The Cost of Leaving Upstream and Downstream Stations Undefined
When a quotation covers only the press and nothing else, the buyer discovers after delivery that pallets must be fed by hand, wet blocks must be stacked by workers, and the curing yard becomes the real bottleneck. The QT10-15 block making machine production line was quoted this way at other suppliers, and the buyers ended up hiring extra labour just to move product off the pallets before the next cycle. [NEED_CITE: hidden labour cost from incomplete block line quotations]
Those costs do not appear on the purchase order but they appear on the monthly payroll, and they persist for the life of the plant. A complete line quotation that names every station — feeder, mixer, press, pallet return, stacker — removes that surprise before the contract is signed.
Why Sourcing the Full Line from One Equipment Partner Matters
The QT10-15 and its surrounding stations are configured as a single system rather than assembled from separate supplier quotations. Pallet feed speed, conveyor throughput, and press cycle are matched during layout design so no station is oversized or undersized relative to the others.
Voltage, frequency, and PLC display language are confirmed in writing before production starts. I once saw a line sit unpowered for three weeks because the control cabinet was wired for a voltage the buyer’s site did not supply. That delay is avoidable when the confirmation step is built into the order process rather than left to a last-minute check.
Mould design covers the specific formats your market sells, including custom drawings when standard moulds do not match. Pallet specifications are tied to your curing area and forklift fleet, not picked from a default list. Factory testing records document actual cycle times on your chosen block format before the line ships.
Documentation & Verification
- Line layout drawing with cycle time stated per station for your chosen block format
- Machine specification sheet confirming hydraulic pressure, vibration force, and pallet size
- Mould drawing and format list covering every block type your market requires
- Voltage, frequency, and PLC display language confirmation signed before production
- Factory test record on your block format with measured cycle and output data
- Operation and maintenance manual with wear parts list and replacement intervals
Installation, Commissioning & Support
- Foundation plan matching the QT10-15 overall dimensions and hydraulic station footprint
- Dedicated power circuit sized to the confirmed rated power and voltage specification
- Station-by-station alignment verification covering pallet feed, press, and conveyor
- First-run commissioning with cycle time measurement on your actual block format
- Operator training on PLC controls, mould change procedure, and daily maintenance checks
- Wear parts and mould list with part numbers for reorder scheduling
What to Prepare Before Requesting a Line Quotation
Send the block formats your market sells, including dimensions and target compressive strength. State the daily output you need per format, not a single aggregate number. Provide your site voltage, frequency, and preferred PLC display language.
If you already operate curing racks and forklifts, share the rack spacing and fork width so pallet size can be matched. A rough site layout with available floor area and ceiling height helps determine whether the line runs straight, L-shaped, or U-shaped. [NEED_CITE: site layout and utility requirements for block production line installation]
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is line capacity calculated per block format, and what changes when the mix design shifts?
A: Capacity is calculated from the cycle time for each specific mould, multiplied by pieces per mould, across an eight-hour shift. When the mix design or aggregate changes, the vibration and pressure settings are adjusted, and cycle time may shift slightly. We state the output per format so you can compare against your actual product mix.
Q: Which upstream and downstream stations are included in the quotation?
A: The standard quotation covers the pallet feed machine, storage hopper, conveyor, hydraulic unit, PLC control cabinet, and the press itself. Stacking, cubing, and curing rack handling are available as additional stations. Each station’s cycle time is shown on the line layout drawing to confirm no bottleneck exists.
Q: How does the pallet return and stacking system work with my existing curing setup?
A: Pallet size is selected to match your curing rack spacing and forklift fork width. The pallet return loop carries empty pallets back to the feed station while the stacker groups loaded pallets for forklift transfer. We confirm these dimensions against your existing yard before production.
Q: What voltage and control language options are confirmed before shipment?
A: Voltage, frequency, and PLC display language are written into the order confirmation before production starts. The control cabinet is wired and labeled to your site specification, and the factory test is run at the confirmed voltage so no rewiring is needed on arrival.
Q: What does on-site installation cover for the QT10-15 line?
A: Installation includes foundation verification, station alignment, power connection check, and first-run commissioning on your chosen block format. Operator training covers PLC operation, mould change, and daily maintenance. Cycle time is measured on site and compared against the factory test record.
