The VS-1445 is a vertical infrared platen orientation, servo-electric motion controlled infrared welding system capable of unparalleled control and ultra-precise welding of parts up to 14″ x 45″ (356mm x 1143mm) or multiple smaller parts. Customized variants of this model are available.
The vertical servo systems twin motion (left and right) tool mounting jaws allow independent control of weld (seal), collapse/absolute distance, time, force, & speed on each part half. Typical hard-stops found in use on most systems are eliminated.
When compared to horizontal platen systems, vertical systems typically:
- Reduce risk of molten material possibly dripping onto the infrared platen during the melt step (resulting in premature emitter failure).
- Allow faster tooling changeovers.
- Allow easier and more positive operator loading and unloading of the tooling.
- Ensure more precise part half alignment during welding (less scrap) as no special part-part alignment features must be designed in the parts themselves (required for accurate machine pick-up of one part half on horizontal systems).
