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Extra High Density Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks · Hydraulic Press Machine

400T Four Column Hydraulic Press for Extra High Density Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks

400T Rated Capacity
100 mm/s Slider Down Speed
7–12 mm/s Slider Pressing Speed
100 mm/s Slider Return Speed

01 — Press System

400 Ton Four Column Hydraulic Press Machine

A fully automated 400T four-column hydraulic press system engineered to manufacture extra high-density bottom and pond ash bricks with high dimensional accuracy. It processes raw material blends including ash, M-sand, cement or lime, and water into dense, high-performance structural bricks.

Use Case

Ideal for sustainable commercial and civil infrastructure projects seeking eco-friendly, high-strength building materials derived from recycled industrial ash waste. It provides continuous, high-volume production of standardized masonry units for heavy-duty structural wall construction.

Core Applications: Structural wall construction, civil infrastructure, and heavy-duty load-bearing masonry work.

Material: Bottom/Pond Ash (50–70%), M-Sand (20–30%), Cement/Lime (8–12%), and water as required for optimum moisture content.

Typical Products Processed: Standard ash bricks sized 228 x 104 x 75 mm, achieving a high-capacity yield of 30,720 bricks per 8-hour shift.

Brick Compressive Strength: Delivers durable, structural-grade bricks with a compressive strength ranging from 12–15 MPa.

Why 400 Ton Hydraulic Press: The 400-ton hydraulic compaction pressure creates the extreme force required to bind lighter pond ash particles into high-density, low-porosity bricks, ensuring superior load capacity, crisp geometric finish, and continuous fully automated output.

02 — Technical Specifications

SM 400 HP – HYDRAULIC PRESS MACHINE COMPLETE TECHNICAL DATA

This technical data sheet details the complete mechanical, hydraulic, and structural parameters for the SM 400 four-column hydraulic press system. It serves as the standard performance blueprint engineered for high-density, automated bottom and pond ash brick production.

Machine Parameters

  • Capacity: 400 ton pressing force
  • Structural Design: Heavy duty welded steel stress relieved frame
  • Frame Type: Four column robust structure
  • Hydraulic System: High pressure oil hydraulic power pack unit
  • Main Ram Stroke: 400 mm maximum travel length
  • Working Hydraulic Pressure: 250 bar maximum system operating pressure
  • Daylight Gap: 600 mm maximum vertical clearance
  • Approach Speed: 150 mm per sec rapid downward movement
  • Pressing / Drawing Speed: 12 mm per sec controlled compaction speed
  • Return Speed: 180 mm per sec fast upward movement
  • Bed / Platen Size: 900 x 900 mm upper and lower platen area
  • Columns: 120 mm column diameter with hard chrome plating
  • Working Envelope: 900 x 900 x 600 mm total workspace volume
  • Control System: PLC controller with interactive touch screen HMI
  • Main Motor Power: 37 kW electric drive motor
  • Valves & Hydraulics: Proportional direction and pressure control valve manifold
  • Automation: Fully automatic linear transducer feedback and cycle operation
  • Safety Features: Optoelectronic light curtains and dual emergency stop switches

SM 400 HP — Model Specifications

  • Nominal Force: 4000 KN
  • Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 25 MPa
  • Max Opening Height of the Slider: 1250 mm
  • Max Stroke of the Slider: 800 mm
  • Effective Bed Size: 1260 × 1160 mm
  • Slider Down Speed: 100 mm/s
  • Slider Pressing Speed: 7–12 mm/s
  • Slider Return Speed: 100 mm/s
  • Ejector Cylinder Nominal Force: 400 KN
  • Stroke of the Ejection Cylinder: 300 mm
Production Case Study

400 Ton Extra High Density Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks Fully Automated Production Line

228 x 104 x 75 mmBrick Size
3,840 BricksOutput/Hour
12-15 MPaCompressive Strength
20 SecondsCycle Time
High hourly yield
Superior brick density
Uniform dimensional precision
Consistent compressive strength
Fully automated operation
Rapid cycle efficiency
Minimal waste generation

03 — Die / Mold System

Precision 21 Cavity Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks Die Mold Engineering

The 21-cavity precision die mold is engineered to form high-density bottom and pond ash bricks under intense hydraulic pressure. Its heavy-duty construction ensures continuous mass production with strict dimensional accuracy and high wear resistance.

Use Case

Designed for fully automated high-speed manufacturing lines producing standardized ash bricks for structural wall construction. It enables simultaneous high-volume forming to maximize plant output while maintaining uniform product density.

Technical Specifications (Tooling)

Die Type: 21 cavity mold for simultaneous multi brick forming

Die Materials: High grade alloy steel with hardened wear plates

Tool Configuration & Construction: Modular multi segment design with replaceable cavity liners

Key Tooling Features: Integrated top and bottom punch ejectors with wear resistant surface coating

Alignment Accuracy: Precision guided within 0 point 05 mm tolerance

Surface Finish: Ground and polished working surfaces up to Ra 0 point 4 um finish

Tool Life: 500000 typical production cycles before refurbishment

Case Study (Die Performance)

Precision 21 Cavity Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks Die Mold

D 2 & HARDOX 450Die Material
58-62 HRCHardness
Vacuum HardeningHeat Treatment
High wear resistance
Precise cavity dimensions
Superior surface finish
Extended tool longevity
Uniform brick density
Low maintenance downtime
Rapid ejection cycle

04 — Product Application

Where Extra High Density Bottom/Pond Ash Bricks Are Used

Extra high-density bottom and pond ash bricks serve as sustainable, heavy-duty masonry units engineered for demanding structural applications. Their high compressive strength and low water absorption make them an ideal eco-friendly alternative to traditional clay or concrete bricks in modern construction.

Industry Applications

Civil Infrastructure and Heavy Wall Construction

These bricks are widely deployed in load-bearing external walls, retaining structures, and core masonry work across large civil engineering projects. Their high density ensures high structural integrity and exceptional resistance against harsh environmental weathering.

Commercial and Residential Buildings

Used extensively for non-load-bearing partitions and primary structural envelope masonry in multi-story residential complexes and commercial towers. They provide smooth surface finishes that lower plastering requirements and offer excellent sound and thermal insulation properties.

Industrial Facilities and Boundary Enclosures

Ideal for heavy industrial plants, factories, and long perimeter boundary walls where durability and resistance to chemical exposures are required. Their consistent dimensional accuracy speeds up wall construction while minimizing mortar consumption across expansive layouts.

Pavement Foundations and Eco-Friendly Urban Projects

Integrated into green building initiatives, urban hardscaping, and subterranean foundation fill layers to promote sustainable fly ash utilization. They meet stringent environmental standards while offering cost-effective solutions for municipal and public works development.

Finished Product Gallery

05 — Key Advantages

Why Choose the 400-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press

The SM 400 four-column hydraulic press delivers high-tonnage compaction force and full line automation to maximize production efficiency while reducing operational costs. It enables manufacturers to transform low-value fly ash and pond ash waste into premium, structural-grade bricks with consistent high density and superior compressive strength.

Technical & Commercial Benefits

01

Superior Densification and Structural Integrity

The massive 400-ton compaction force eliminates air pockets to form uniform, low-porosity ash bricks with compressive strength up to 15 MPa. This ensures compliance with heavy-duty load-bearing standards while minimizing breakage rates during handling and transport.

02

High-Yield Automated Output

Equipped with a 21-cavity precision die mold and a rapid 20-second cycle time, the system produces up to 38,400 bricks per hour. Full line automation maximizes continuous daily throughput while significantly lowering per-unit labor costs.

03

Dimensional Precision and Reduced Plastering Costs

Advanced linear scale position control ensures sub-millimeter height and edge consistency across every production batch. The crisp, uniform finish allows contractors to lay walls faster with minimal mortar usage and thinner plaster coatings.

04

Resource Efficiency and Sustainable Raw Material Processing

Engineered specifically to process high concentrations of bottom ash and pond ash up to 70 percent of the mix design. This allows producers to utilize low-cost industrial byproducts while gaining valuable green building certification credits.

05

Heavy-Duty Construction for Low Maintenance Downtime

Built with a stress-relieved steel frame, hard-chrome plated guide columns, and a hardened alloy steel mold system rated for 500,000 cycles. This durable engineering minimizes mechanical wear, lowers spare part replacement expenses, and extends operational uptime.

06

Optimized Energy and Hydraulic Performance

Integrated proportional hydraulic control valves and efficient motor drives optimize fluid power delivery only when needed during the press stroke. This energy-efficient design reduces overall power consumption and prevents oil overheating during continuous 24/7 operations.