Tech-Talk
Kuynguym (KN ) automatic welding cage machines are designed for molds used for producing reinforced concrete pipe and have many benefits that must be considered when comparing KN with leading brands.
- A speedy changeover of cage sizes (10-12 minutes).
- Easy process for longitudinal wire changeover.
- Longitudinal wire precut ensures cage lengths are exact.
- Labor savings realized with one operator vs two for other brands
- The control interface requires limited training and considered, “user-friendly.”
- Steel savings are realized because there is no waste of steel wire.
- A “Cost Calculator” for the SWTS brand shows cost savings compared to leading brands.
- Stronger weld points are a feature of KN automatic welding cage machines compared to other brands.
- The bell and spigot are double-wrapped for foundational support.
- There are no custom foundation requirements.
- KN automatic welding cage machines are preprogrammed to follow ASTM C76 cage-spacing specifications
- Maintenance costs over the service life of KN automatic welding cage machines are lower than competing brands.
- The space footprint for the cage-production operation of a KN automatic welding cage machine is smaller than other brands.
- KN automatic welding cage machines are computer numerical controlled (CNC) that automates the control, movement, and precision of the machine.
Just the FACTS
This is a PDF used in a technical presentation about the fit (since 1989) of Kuynguym cage machines into the fabric of America’s buried infrastructure of precast reinforced concrete storm and sanitary sewers. The deck speaks to benefits, typical layout of a machine, commonly used wire for the cages, electrical requirements, parts and service, maintenance, and the SWTS “Cost Calculator.”
Cost Calculator
| APPROXIMATE CAGE PRODUCTION PER HOUR | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pipe I.D. | Pieces/Hour | Max RPM |
| 12" | 31 | 45 |
| 15" | 29 | 45 |
| 18" | 25 | 40 |
| 21" | 23 | 40 |
| 24" | 20 | 35 |
| 27" | 20 | 35 |
| 30" | 20 | 35 |
| 36" | 18 | 30 |
| 42" | 18 | 30 |
| 48" | 17 | 25 |
| 54" | 13 | 20 |
| 60" | 13 | 20 |
| 66" | 12 | 18 |
| 72" | 11 | 15 |
| 78" | 10 | 10 |
| 84" | 10 | 10 |
| COMMONLY USED WIRES | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inside Cage | Outside Cage | |||
| Pipe Dia. | Longitudinal | Circumferential | Longitudinal | Circumferential |
| 12" | 0.172 | 0.172 | ||
| 15" | 0.172 | 0.172 | ||
| 18" | 0.172 | 0.172 | ||
| 24" | 0.172 | 0.172 | ||
| 30" | 0.195 | 0.252 | ||
| 36" | 0.195 | 0.252 | 0.195 | 0.172 |
| 42" | 0.195 | 0.195 | 0.195 | 0.172 |
| 48" | 0.195 | 0.252 | 0.195 | 0.195 |
Videos
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Strong Welds
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