Equipment for the production of high-strength hollow core floor slabs
Modern construction places high demands on the quality, strength and durability of structures. One of the most important elements of load-bearing structures are reinforced concrete floor slabs, which provide stability of buildings and structures. Advanced technologies and specialised equipment are used for their production, which allows not only to increase strength characteristics, but also to automate the process, improving its efficiency.
High-strength floor slabs are produced using extrusion technologies, modern systems of concrete mixture supply, as well as precise reinforcement. Let’s take a look at the main types of high-strength slab production equipment used in this process and their advantages.
Extruders for hollow core slabs
One of the key types of equipment for the production of strong reinforced concrete slabs are extruders. These machines form products with different parameters including thickness, width and type of voids. Thanks to the use of modern drive systems and vibrating mechanisms, extruders ensure uniform distribution of concrete mix and its high density, as well as perfect geometry of floor slabs.
TDM extruders are characterised by reliability, ease of use and high productivity. They are equipped with independent screw drives, which allows you to adjust the density of the mixture during the moulding process. Dynamic control of extrusion parameters reduces the probability of defects and increases the life of the end product. In addition, their intuitive interface makes the operator’s work easier, while the vibrating rail system minimises noise levels and provides additional compaction of the concrete mix.
Forming tracks and their role in production
Forming tracks are steel surfaces on which concrete slabs are placed and formed. They are an important element of the technological process, as their quality determines the accuracy of the geometry of the product and the durability of the construction.
Usually the thickness of metal on such walkways is not less than 8 mm, which provides resistance to mechanical loads and abrasion. The use of walkways with heating system allows to accelerate the process of concrete hardening, improving its characteristics. This reduces the production cycle time, which is especially important for mass production of reinforced concrete slabs.
Slab cutting equipment
After moulding and curing, reinforced concrete slabs need to be cut to the required dimensions. For this purpose, special machines equipped with disc or band saws are used, which ensure a precise and even cut without chips and cracks. Modern saws are able to perform both transverse and longitudinal cutting, as well as work at different angles, which makes them a universal tool for the production of reinforced concrete structures. TDM Engineering’s equipment offers models with high cutting accuracy and automatic modes of operation, which reduces the likelihood of errors and increases productivity.
Concrete feeding systems and their advantages
To increase production efficiency, targeted concrete delivery systems are used to ensure even distribution of the mix and reduce manual labour. They are automated mechanisms that transport the concrete mass from the mixing station directly to the moulding area. One of the main advantages of these systems is that they can operate in difficult production environments. They can move along curvilinear paths, rise and fall, which makes them easy to operate. In addition, automated mix feeding allows to reduce the time for the production process, reducing costs and increasing the volume of output.
Reinforcement and tensioning equipment
Reinforcement is the most important stage in the production of reinforced concrete slabs, as it determines their strength and ability to withstand loads. For this purpose, reinforcement wire tensioning systems are used, operated by hydraulic jacks. The rebar tensioning process increases the load and crack resistance of the products. Modern tensioning equipment is equipped with programmable control systems that allow precise control of tensioning parameters and avoid overloading. This is especially important when manufacturing slabs for multi-storey buildings, bridges and other critical structures. The use of modern equipment for the production of reinforced concrete slabs makes it possible to achieve high accuracy, strength and durability of products. Extruders, concrete feeding systems, saws for cutting and jacks for tensioning steel ropes ensure an automated process, reducing production time and minimising production errors.
TDM’s innovative technologies and state-of-the-art production lines allow the company to create products that meet global standards. This makes the equipment for the production of reinforced concrete slabs an indispensable solution for construction companies seeking high efficiency and quality.