Compare Thermofoil Presses
The SmartPin 3D laminating press is the most advanced
thermolaminator in the 3D laminate press industry. The Almex SmartPin
system employs unique technology that maximizes productivity through simple
pins. The SmartPin's smaller circular pins allow greater flexibility for
part layout. Rapid pin setting and quick cycle times yield maximum
production each shift! The standard Almex 3D laminating press is
the perfect solution if you are ready to upgrade your
vacuum press to increase production and
quality. Every Almex 3D laminate press is modular and can
be upgraded to the SmartPin system when your growth demands maximum production.
Membrane Presses
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Almex
SmartPin |
brand X |
brand Y |
brand Z |
| OPERATION |
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Simplicty through easy-to-learn
Touchscreen Control Panel |
YES |
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| Pins deactivated manually or
automatically |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Approximate Cycle Time |
3 min |
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| Modem Connection for Remote
Diagnostics |
YES |
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| Digital Optical Scanner |
YES |
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| PRESSURE
SYSTEM |
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| Air Pressure System |
YES |
no |
no |
yes |
| Hydraulics (frequent oil leaks) |
NO |
yes |
yes |
no |
Motors, Pumps, Filters, Valves,
or Hoses (require servicing) |
NO |
yes |
yes |
no |
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| HEATING
SYSTEM |
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| Electrically Heated Aluminum
Plate |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Uniform temperature and
Repeatability |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Oil System to compensate for HOT
and COLD spots |
NO |
no |
no |
no |
| Oil or Filters to change |
NO |
no |
no |
no |
| Automatic Temperature Control |
YES |
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| ENERGY
CONSUMPTION |
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| Requires 50% less than other
thermofoil presses |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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| MEMBRANE |
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| Membrane or Membraneless |
YES |
no |
yes |
yes |
| Switch without removing Membrane |
YES |
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| Controlled by switch at operator
panel |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Time to change membrane |
20 min |
? |
? |
? |
| Stocked in North America |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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| LOADING
TRAYS |
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| Maximum Tray Dimensions |
52x107"
1320x2700mm |
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| Maximum Number of Trays |
4 |
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| Tray Depth |
1.25"-6"
32-150mm |
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| Optional TEFLON coating for heat
transfer foils |
YES |
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| OPERATING
PARAMETERS |
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| Maximum Pressure |
70psi
5 bar |
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| Maximum Temperature |
350°F
175°C |
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| Vacuum Pump |
7Hp |
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INTERNATIONAL SHOWROOMS |
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| United States (Atlanta) |
YES |
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| Canada (Ontario) |
YES |
? |
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| India (New Delhi) |
YES |
? |
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| Australia |
YES |
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| China |
YES |
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| MANUFACTURED |
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| North America |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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Applications &
Features
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Membrane Press
Applications |
Woodworking
- Kitchen cabinets and doors
- Office Furniture
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3D Laminating & Forming of:
- PVC Rigid (RTF)
- Polypropylene
- Polyolefin (PO)
- PVC - Flexibles
- KYDEX™
- Polystyrene
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Membrane Press
Features |
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Touchscreen
Control Panel and
Modem for Diagonstics |
Membrane Clamp
to press with or
without Membrane
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Pneumatic and
Electric Gauges
NO Hydraulics
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SmartPin System
2,880 SmartPins
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SmartPin System
Control Panel
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Elevator Table
for Switching Trays
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Our Membrane Presses offer the highest quality in the
thermolaminator industry. We are confident in our thermofoil presses
and believe you'll agree. Click to see a
comparison chart of the almex thermofoil press versus others in the thermofoil
industry. Almex Membrane Press
Advantages
- Aerospace Technology
Shaw-Almex operates in four distinct industries - aerospace, textiles,
rubber, and woodworking. By engineering presses for companies like
Boeing and NASA, we have developed new aerospace technologies that are
integrated into our membrane presses.
- Pressure System
The Almex membrane press does not have ANY hydraulic systems. Press is
closed using air pressure only
- NO hydraulic pistons, NO seals, and NO leaks
- NO hydraulic oil or filters to change
- NO motors, NO pumps, NO valves, No hoses, and NO leaks
- Heating System
Electrically heated aluminum plate does not require any oil system to
compensate for hot spots and cold spots
- NO oil or filters to change
- NO motors, NO pumps, NO valves, No hoses, and NO leaks
- Heater Element
The Almex 'silicone rubber blanket heater' uses variable wattage to
eliminate hot spots and cold spots. Nichrome wire heaters provide fast
heating, and temperatures up to 392°F (200°C).
- NO tubular heaters or calrod heaters, which cause hot and cold spots
- Energy Consumption
The energy required to operate an Almex press is almost 50% less then
other thermofoil press companies. See our
comparison chart to view details.
- Membrane & Membraneless Operation
The Almex membrane press can ALSO operate "membraneless" without having
to remove the membrane. Achieve the advantages of guaranteed edge
bonding with the superior heating of a membrane press, COMBINED with the
superior definition of a membraneless press! Membrane can be replaced
in approximately 30 minutes if necessary.
- Simplicity
Almex presses offer simplicity in operation and maintenance through the
easy-to-learn Touchscreen Control Panel. The
Smartpin model offers an example of Touchscreen Control Panel operation.
- Made in America
Parts and service are readily available and affordable! Many parts can
be purchased locally.
Vacuum
Presses
by Shaw Almex
The Shaw-Almex Vacuum Laminate Press is one of our best selling machines. Their economical pricing and high
production make them a great solution for smaller companies producing
thermofoil cabinets as well as many other applications. The vacuum
press continues to please customers who enjoy the exceptional definition in
their thermofoil doors.
Veneer Membrane Presses
by Shaw Almex We also
manufacture Wood Veneer Press solutions with single and double membrane options. This allows you to
press the face and back simultaneously!
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