The MF-100 is a compact and efficient feeding system that enables you to optimize the productivity of your Moulding operation. With the MF-100, you operator keeps up with feeding the moulder end-to-end with spare time on hand to perform other functions. By teaming up the MF-100 with a Doucet MR Return Conveyor for Moulder, you obtain a self contained workcell where one operator stages blanks, handles returned mouldings and controls quality.
Suitable for applications with a feed rate up to 100 feet per minute.
Operation Principle
Built on a standalone table positioned in the continuation of the moulder's feed table, the MF-100 Modular Feeding System features two hydraulically powered feed wheels on the moulder's fence side, two pneumatically actuated idler wheels facing the powered wheels above, vertical brackets designed to hold a stack of parts, a front gate designed to allow only the bottom part to feed forward. The basic lumber support table is 36" long, it is extendable to suit your application
The first powered feed wheel is positioned outside the hopper zone, closer to the moulder. It maintains the forward pressure and closes the gap every time a new piece is engaged. The second powered feed wheel is positioned immediately inside the hopper area on the feeder's table. The operating sequence, controlled by PLC allows for momentary release of the squeezing pressure between the second powered and idler wheels, allowing new boards to come into feed position.
Material Specifications
- Lumber length 16" min. up to 16' max. (extended support table required over 60")
- Lumber thickness: 3/4" to 2"
- Lumber width: 1 ½" to 9"