Description
Automation Level Selectable — the QMY10-15 mobile egg-laying system supports a clear upgrade path from semi-automatic to full PLC-controlled cycles, removing operator dependency at the pace your project demands.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | QMY10-15 |
| Product Type | Mobile Hydraulic Block Making Machine |
| Machine Type | Mobile / Egg-laying |
| Automation Level | Full-automatic PLC controlled |
| Hydraulic Pressure | Yes (exact MPa to be confirmed per site requirement) |
| Cycle Time | 15–20s (basis: hollow block formats listed below) |
| Output (400×200×200mm hollow block) | 1,800–2,400 pcs/h; 14,400–19,200 pcs/8hr |
| Output (400×150×200mm hollow block) | 2,160–2,880 pcs/h; 17,280–23,040 pcs/8hr |
| Output (400×120×200mm hollow block) | 2,880–3,840 pcs/h; 23,040–30,720 pcs/8hr |
| Output (400×100×200mm hollow block) | 3,240–4,320 pcs/h; 25,920–34,560 pcs/8hr |
| Qty per Mould (400×200×200mm) | 10 pcs |
| Qty per Mould (400×150×200mm) | 12 pcs |
| Qty per Mould (400×120×200mm) | 16 pcs |
| Qty per Mould (400×100×200mm) | 18 pcs |
| Mould Heat Treatment | Yes |
| Motor Brand | Siemens |
| Pallet Size | Not applicable (pallet-free egg-laying operation) |
| Control System | PLC (brand and display language to be confirmed) |
| Voltage & Frequency | Configurable (confirm with buyer’s site requirement) |
| CE Declaration | Available (confirm applicability for destination market) |
Application Suitability
| Application | Material or Output |
|---|---|
| On-site hollow block production at construction projects | Crushed stone, sand, cement, and water mix laid directly on the ground |
| First block plant for entrepreneurs with limited infrastructure | Hollow blocks across multiple thickness formats without pallet investment |
| Housing project contractors needing mobile production | Continuous egg-laying output of 400×200×200mm to 400×100×200mm hollow blocks |
| Remote site production where fixed plants are impractical | Local aggregate blended with cement, no curing rack or pallet system required |
Why the PLC Language Matters More Than the Cycle Time
A 15-second cycle means nothing if the operator cannot read the fault code on the HMI screen.
When an automatic mobile block making machine PLC controlled arrives at a job site in a region where the default display language is not understood by the crew, commissioning stalls before the first block is laid. I have watched a full day evaporate while the site foreman and the machine sat idle, waiting for someone who could navigate the alarm menu. The cycle time printed in the brochure assumes the operator can actually react to what the screen is telling them [NEED_CITE: PLC display language confirmation as standard pre-shipment procedure].
Closing the Loop Between Control and Consistency
An automatic mobile block making machine PLC controlled system replaces the manual timing guesses that cause density variation from one block to the next. The QMY10-15 runs its hydraulic pressure, vibration, and moulding sequence through a programmable logic controller, holding each parameter within the tolerance window set during commissioning. This matters most when the crew changes shifts or when a new operator steps in mid-project — the machine does not drift.
What Automation Actually Removes from the Operator
On a semi-automatic egg-laying machine, the operator judges when to stop vibration and when to advance. On the QMY10-15, the PLC owns that sequence. The operator’s role narrows to feeding the hopper, monitoring the display, and walking the machine along the production line. Batch-to-batch consistency no longer depends on one person’s feel for the mix. When the local aggregate shifts — say, from river sand to crushed granite dust — the recipe can be adjusted and saved as a new program rather than relearned by hand [NEED_CITE: on-site aggregate variability and its effect on block density].
Reading the Spec Sheet Against Your Actual Block Format
The output figures above are tied directly to four hollow block formats, each with a stated mould cavity count and cycle time range. The 400×200×200mm block produces 10 pieces per mould, yielding 1,800–2,400 pieces per hour. Narrower formats fill more cavities per cycle, so the 400×100×200mm block yields 18 pieces per mould at 3,240–4,320 per hour. These numbers assume the hydraulic pressure and vibration force are matched to the buyer’s mix design — a machine set for standard sand-cement will underperform on volcanic ash or fly-ash blends unless the pressure curve is reconfigured. The Siemens motor provides stable power delivery, but motor output is only one link in the chain; vibration force and hydraulic pressure must be specified together with the target block density [NEED_CITE: relationship between hydraulic pressure, vibration force, and block compressive strength].
The Cost of Skipping Voltage and Language Confirmation
Buyers who confirm machine price and skip electrical details often face a second surprise at the site: the control cabinet does not match the local supply, or the PLC display shows fault codes in a language the crew cannot read. Commissioning delays on mobile block machines frequently trace back to these two oversights rather than to any mechanical fault. For an egg-laying machine deployed to a remote housing project, there is no workshop next door to swap a transformer or reflash an HMI — the machine sits, and the crew sits with it [NEED_CITE: common commissioning delays in exported industrial machinery].
Why Procurement Starts with the Mix, Not the Machine
The QMY10-15 is configured against the buyer’s actual raw material, not a catalogue default. We request the mix design and aggregate sample before finalising hydraulic pressure settings and vibration force, because a machine tuned for quartz sand will produce weak blocks from laterite or coral aggregate. Mould selection covers the hollow block formats the buyer’s market actually sells, with heat-treated cavities for stable dimensional accuracy across production runs. The pallet-free design eliminates the single largest consumable cost in stationary block production and removes the mismatch between pallet dimensions and the curing area available on site. Automation level is selectable: a buyer can begin with semi-automatic control and move to full PLC operation as the project scales, rather than over-investing on day one. Documentation accompanies the machine in the form of hydraulic schematics, electrical drawings, and an operation manual written for the crew who will use it, not for the engineer who specified it.
Documentation & Verification
- Factory test record run on your specified hollow block format and mix ratio before dispatch
- Hydraulic and electrical schematic package matching the as-built QMY10-15 configuration
- PLC program backup with all saved recipes and alarm codes documented
- Mould drawing and format list showing cavity count and dimensional tolerances per block size
- Voltage and control language confirmation sheet signed off before production begins
Installation, Commissioning & Support
- Site ground preparation guidance matched to the QMY10-15 weight and egg-laying travel path
- Electrical connection plan specifying voltage, frequency, and dedicated circuit rating for the Siemens motor
- On-site commissioning with hydraulic pressure and vibration force tuned to your actual aggregate sample
- PLC display language and operator interface set to the crew’s working language during startup
- Operator training covering mould change procedure, alarm response, and daily maintenance checkpoints
- Wear parts and mould availability list provided at delivery for first replacement planning
What We Need to Build Your Configuration
To size the QMY10-15 accurately for your project, share the hollow block formats your market demands, the aggregate and cement sources available locally, and the daily output target. Confirm your site voltage and frequency, and tell us the preferred PLC display language for your operators. If you already run a batching or mixing setup upstream, describe its capacity so the feed rate can be matched to the 15–20 second cycle window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is output capacity calculated for each hollow block format, and what cycle time is assumed?
A: Each output figure in the specification table is tied to a specific block dimension and its corresponding mould cavity count. The 15–20 second cycle time range applies across all listed hollow block formats. Real daily throughput depends on material feed continuity, operator workflow, and curing logistics on your specific site.
Q: What PLC control language and voltage configuration are confirmed before shipment?
A: Both are confirmed in writing during the pre-production stage. The PLC display language is set to the operator’s working language, and the electrical system is built to match your site’s voltage and frequency. A confirmation sheet is signed before the QMY10-15 enters assembly.
Q: How does the automation level on the QMY10-15 compare to semi-automatic mobile machines in labour terms?
A: Full PLC control on the QMY10-15 replaces manual timing judgment with programmed sequences, narrowing the operator’s role to material feeding and monitoring. This reduces crew size compared to semi-automatic machines and holds block density consistent across shift changes and operator rotations.
Q: What is the mould change procedure and time on this mobile egg-laying machine?
A: The heat-treated mould is unbolted and swapped on the QMY10-15 frame. Exact change time depends on crew familiarity and tool availability on site. We provide a step-by-step mould change guide and recommend keeping the next format’s mould on site before the change is scheduled.
Q: Can the machine be moved to full-automatic PLC control at a later stage if I start semi-automatic?
A: The QMY10-15 platform supports an upgrade path from semi-automatic to full PLC operation. The specific upgrade scope depends on the initial configuration chosen. Confirm the intended upgrade timeline during the quotation stage so the base machine is prepared accordingly.
