Description
Stocked and ready to ship — the Qt4-18 automatic block making machine leaves our Linyi yard with electrical parameters verified against your destination grid before loading.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Qt4-18 |
| Product Type | Automatic Block Making Machine |
| Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | 2500 × 1750 × 2200 mm |
| Rated Pressure | 16 MPa |
| Vibration Form | Platform Vibration |
| Pallet Size | 950 × 550 mm |
| Molding Cycle | 18–25 s (basis to be confirmed) |
| Overall Power | 27.5 kW |
| Control System | PLC control with frequency converter |
| Electrical Components | Schneider brand |
| Mould Lifting Mechanism | Double-sided synchronous gears |
| Material Feeding System | Distribution belt hopper |
| Automation Level | Automatic (mixer, pallet conveyor, molding machine, block conveyor, hydraulic station, electronic console) |
| Mould Configuration | One free hollow mould included; extra moulds customizable |
Application Suitability
| Application | Material or Output |
|---|---|
| Hollow block production | Crushed stone, sand, cement, fly ash |
| Solid block production | Aggregate blends with standard cement ratios |
| Paving block production | Fine aggregate and cement with pigment additives |
| On-site contractor production | Locally sourced aggregate for immediate building projects |
| Block plant start-ups | Standard mix designs compatible with common regional materials |
Why the Voltage Question Must Be Settled Before the Container Is Booked
An automatic block machine in stock does you no good if it cannot power up on arrival.
I dispatch block machines from Linyi regularly, and the Qt4-18 is one of our most frequently shipped models, particularly to the Middle East. On one shipment to Dubai, the local voltage and frequency were not confirmed before departure. The machine sat at the job site for three weeks while the contractor sourced a transformer, delaying wall construction that was already behind schedule. That experience changed how every dispatch is handled here: voltage, frequency, and PLC display language are now locked in before the machine leaves the yard. An automatic block machine in stock should mean fast start-up, not a costly waiting period [NEED_CITE: voltage and frequency standards by export market].
Dispatch Timing You Can Plan Around
When buyers search for an automatic block machine in stock, what they usually need is a credible dispatch date, not just a warehouse photo. The Qt4-18 is held as a stocked unit with its standard supporting equipment lineup, meaning the mixer, pallet conveyor, hydraulic station, and electronic console are matched and ready together. Dispatch lead time is quoted once your port and electrical specifications are confirmed, giving you a realistic timeline for vessel booking and site preparation.
Container Loading and Machine Dismantling
The Qt4-18 measures 2500 × 1750 × 2200 mm in its assembled form, and container loading requires planned dismantling of the hydraulic station, electronic console, and conveyor sections. Each component is secured and documented with packing photographs before the container door closes. This process is routine for our dispatch team and is factored into the lead time we quote. Buyers working to a project deadline receive the arrival estimate upfront based on the destination port and current shipping schedules, so there is no guesswork between order confirmation and machine arrival [NEED_CITE: typical ocean freight scheduling practices].
Reading the Specs That Actually Matter on Site
The 16 MPa rated pressure and platform vibration form work together to determine block density and strength. Higher hydraulic pressure compacts the mix more firmly, while vibration settles fine aggregate into voids; if either is mismatched to your local stone and cement, block strength becomes inconsistent across batches. The 950 × 550 mm pallet size is a practical middle ground that fits standard curing rack layouts and common forklift tine widths, so you are not forced to rebuild your curing area or buy new handling equipment. The PLC control with frequency converter gives operators adjustable vibration timing, and Schneider electrical components mean replacement contactors and relays are available through regional distributors rather than requiring direct shipment from China. Mould changes use double-sided synchronous gears, which keep the mould box level during lifting and reduce the time your crew spends realigning after a format switch.
What Happens When Stock Means Unverified
Some suppliers label a machine as ready to ship without confirming whether its electrical configuration matches the buyer’s grid. A 27.5 kW machine wired for 380V/50Hz will not run on a 220V/60Hz supply without a transformer or rewinding, and that discovery at the port of destination means idle crews and delayed construction. Similarly, a pallet size chosen without checking the buyer’s existing curing racks leads to hand-stacking or expensive rack modification. The PLC display language is another detail that gets overlooked: if the operator cannot read the screen, production stops every time an alarm triggers [NEED_CITE: PLC interface language requirements for industrial machinery exports].
Why This Dispatch Point Works for the Qt4-18
Block machinery is our single focus, so the Qt4-18 is not assembled from mismatched components sourced from separate suppliers; the press, mould, pallet, and handling equipment are specified as one matched system. Configuration is checked against your actual mix design and local aggregate rather than shipped on a catalogue default. Mould supply covers the formats your market sells, and custom drawings are accepted if your standard format differs from our stock list. Automation level is selectable, so a buyer starting with the Qt4-18 can add a stacker or cubing system later without replacing the press. Installation and commissioning support includes operator training on site, and wear parts and mould support continue after the first production run [NEED_CITE: CE machinery directive requirements for block making equipment].
Documentation & Verification
- Machine specification sheet confirming Qt4-18 electrical and hydraulic ratings
- Factory test record on your specified block format before dispatch
- Voltage, frequency, and PLC language confirmation signed before loading
- Packing photographs showing dismantling and container securing
- Mould drawing and format list for every included and optional mould
- Operation and maintenance manual with wear parts catalogue
Installation, Commissioning & Support
- Foundation pad sized to 2500 × 1750 mm footprint with level tolerance specified
- Dedicated circuit rated for 27.5 kW total draw at your confirmed voltage and frequency
- Machine arrives dismantled; hydraulic station and console reconnected on site
- First-run block samples tested for strength against your target specification
- Operator training covers PLC navigation, mould change procedure, and daily checks
- Wear parts list and mould reorder process established before commissioning ends
What We Need to Confirm Your Dispatch
Tell us the block format you sell most and your target daily output so we can verify the Qt4-18 is the right tier for your operation. Confirm your local voltage, frequency, and preferred PLC display language so the electrical system is correct before loading. Let us know what supporting equipment you already have on site — mixers, conveyors, curing racks — so we quote only what is missing from your line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What models and mould formats are currently in stock and ready to ship?
A: The Qt4-18 automatic block machine in stock ships with one hollow mould included as standard. Additional moulds for solid blocks, paving blocks, and other formats can be added to the shipment. Current stock availability and the exact mould formats ready for immediate dispatch are confirmed at inquiry so buyers receive an accurate picture before committing.
Q: How is container loading planned and what is the dismantling process?
A: The Qt4-18 is dismantled into its major assemblies — press frame, hydraulic station, pallet conveyor, and electronic console — for container loading. Each section is secured and photographed. The packing photographs and dismantling record are shared with the buyer so on-site reassembly follows a documented sequence.
Q: What is the realistic dispatch lead time from order confirmation to port departure?
A: Dispatch lead time depends on electrical confirmation, mould selection, and supporting equipment packaging. For a standard Qt4-18 with stock mould configuration, the lead time is quoted upfront once voltage and destination port are confirmed. Buyers receive a specific date rather than an open-ended estimate.
Q: Can arrival timing be quoted based on destination and current shipping schedules?
A: Yes. Once the destination port is confirmed, an arrival estimate is provided based on current vessel schedules and transit times. This estimate is given before order placement so buyers working to a project deadline can plan site preparation and crew mobilization around a known timeline.
Q: What standard supporting equipment packages are available for immediate inclusion?
A: The Qt4-18 can ship with a JQ500 concrete pan mixer, belt conveyor in 6 m or 8 m length, stacker, block clamper, and cement silo. These supporting equipment options are stocked alongside the press, allowing the complete line to be dispatched together rather than sourced separately.
