Modern block manufacturing demands a versatile machinery lineup that can scale from boutique operations to high-volume industrial plants. Entry-level producers often start with a Simple Block Making Production Line because it offers reliable semi-automatic production with an accessible learning curve. As order volumes increase, integrating an Automatic Block Production Line introduces motorized pallet circulation and streamlined material feeding, cutting labor requirements significantly. For round-the-clock precision, the next step is a Fully Automatic Block Making Production Line, which utilizes PLC-controlled vibration, automatic stacking, and data monitoring to maintain uniform block density across thousands of cycles. The ultimate iteration, found in advanced precast facilities, is the Fully Automatic Block Production-Line that incorporates an intelligent rack curing system, merging forming and accelerated curing into one seamless workflow.
The Fully Automatic Block Production Line with Curing Rack is purpose-built to meet the rigorous output targets of large-scale concrete product factories. This integrated system synchronizes a high-frequency block machine, automatic pallet magazine, and a multi-level rack transporter. Freshly molded blocks are handled by a robotic finger car that transfers entire pallets into steel curing racks without human intervention. By moving green products through a temperature- and humidity-managed chamber, the line drastically shortens curing time while boosting compressive strength consistency. Rapid mold changeovers allow the same installation to switch between hollow blocks, solid bricks, paving stones, and kerb units. The rack layout also compacts storage, enabling a smaller factory footprint to house a high-day-output operation. Core parameters of a typical configuration are detailed below.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FAB-CR-24S |
| Pallet size | 1100 × 550 mm |
| Production rate (hollow block 400×200×150 mm) | 8,640 blocks per 8-hour shift |
| Cycle time | 15 – 18 seconds |
| Molding method | Hydraulic vibration + servo compaction |
| Installed power | 48 kW (380 V, 50 Hz, three-phase) |
| Control system | PLC with 10-inch color touchscreen and remote diagnostics |
| Curing rack dimensions | 1,300 × 1,200 × 2,400 mm (per rack) |
| Rack capacity per line | 96 racks (expandable to 144) |
| Rack levels | 12 tiers per rack |
| Finger car transfer speed | 0 – 40 m/min, variable frequency drive |
| Fresh product handling | Octopus gripper with soft-pad contact |
| Curing environment | Closed-loop temperature 35 – 50 °C, RH 85 – 95% |
| Block height range | 50 – 300 mm |
| Concrete hopper capacity | 0.8 m³ |
| Machine footprint | 62 m (L) × 12 m (W) × 6.8 m (H) |
| Total line weight | Approximately 28 tons |