
Wickert UK Ltd - Maplan UK Ltd
High-end thermoforming press for the aerospace industry
The WKP 4 400 S is specifically designed for thermoforming and consolidation processes
Equipped with electrically heated platens, it allows precise temperature control up to 450 °C. An integrated recooling system enables the platens to be rapidly cooled down to below 50 °C when needed.
Thanks to the high-speed handling system, the clamping frame including the blank is transferred from the infrared oven into the press in less than 2 seconds. Including the press closing time, the entire process takes less than 5 seconds.
Key Facts
Pressing force 4.400 kN
Pressing area 70,86 inch x 47,24 inch
Installation height 59,05 inch
Piston stroke 59,05 inch
Lifting direction Upper piston
Drive type hydraulic
Heating variothermic
Type of heating electrically
Temperature 450°C
Vacuum chamber no
Number of floors 1
Product Aircraft composite structural parts

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