AEC AG Auger Series Granulator User Manual

Auger-Feed Granulators

6 x 8, 8 x 12, and 12 x 16 Models

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Shipping Info

Unpacking and Inspection

You should inspect your granulator for possible shipping damage.

Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as
broken or loose wiring and components, loose hardware and mounting screws, etc.

In the Event of Shipping Damage

According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the
Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment.

Notify the transportation company’s local agent if you discover damage.

Hold the damaged goods and packing material for the examining agent’s inspection. Do not

return any goods before the transportation company’s inspection and authorization.

File a claim with the transportation company. Substantiate the claim by referring to the
agent’s report. A certified copy of our invoice is available upon request. The original Bill of
Lading is attached to our original invoice. If the shipment was prepaid, write us for a
receipted transportation bill.

Advise customer service regarding your wish for assistance and to obtain an RMA (return
material authorization) number.

If the Shipment is Not Complete

Check the packing list as back-ordered items are noted on the packing list. You should have:

˛ Granulator

˛ Bill of lading

˛ Packing list

˛ Operating and Installation packet

˛ Electrical schematic and panel layout drawings

˛ Component instruction manuals

Re-inspect the container and packing material to see if you missed any smaller items during
unpacking.

If the Shipment is Not Correct

If the shipment is not what you ordered, contact the shipping department immediately. For
shipments in the United States and Canada, call 1 [phone]; for all other countries, call
our international desk at [phone]. Have the order number and item number available.
Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions.

Returns

Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until you receive shipping instructions from the
shipping department.

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: SAFETY ................................................................. 5

1-1 How to Use This Manual ............................................................................................ 5

Safety Symbols Used in this Manual.....................................................................5

1-2 General Safety Regulations........................................................................................ 6

1-3 Responsibility............................................................................................................. 6

1-4 Warnings and Precautions .........................................................................................7

CHAPTER 2: FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION.............................. 9

2-1 Models Covered in This Manual .................................................................................9

2-2 General Description ................................................................................................... 9

2-3 Typical Features and Components ........................................................................... 10

Infeed................................................................................................................. 10

Cutting Chamber ................................................................................................10

Drive System...................................................................................................... 10

Discharge System ..............................................................................................10

Base ..................................................................................................................10

2-4 Safety Features ....................................................................................................... 11

Safety Switches..................................................................................................11

Safety Tags........................................................................................................11

CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION................................................... 12

3-1 Uncrating the Equipment.......................................................................................... 12

3-2 Installing the Safety Switches................................................................................... 13

3-3 Electrical Connections.............................................................................................. 14

3-4 Accessing the Cutting Chamber ...............................................................................15

3-5 Closing the Cutting Chamber ...................................................................................15

3-6 Initial Start-up........................................................................................................... 16

CHAPTER 4: OPERATION........................................................ 17

4-1 Start-up.................................................................................................................... 17

4-2 Feeding the Granulator ............................................................................................ 17

4-3 Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber....................................................................... 17

4-4 Shut-down ............................................................................................................... 18

CHAPTER 5: MAINTENANCE .................................................. 19

5-1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule......................................................................... 19

5-2 Testing the Interlock Switch...................................................................................... 19

5-3 Cleaning the Granulator ........................................................................................... 19

5-4 Removing the Auger ................................................................................................ 20

5-5 Removing the Rotor ................................................................................................. 20

5-6 Lubrication Requirements ........................................................................................ 21

5-7 Adjusting Belt Tension ............................................................................................. 22

5-8 Replacing and Adjusting the Knives ......................................................................... 23

Rotor Knives ......................................................................................................23

Bed Knives.........................................................................................................24

5-9 Sharpening the Knives ............................................................................................. 25

Rotor Knife Sharpening ...................................................................................... 25

Bed Knife Sharpening ........................................................................................ 25

CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 27

6-1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 27

6-2 Electrical Faults ....................................................................................................... 28

6-3 Processing Faults .................................................................................................... 29

6-4 Mechanical Faults .................................................................................................... 30

CHAPTER 7: APPENDIX........................................................... 31

7-1 Customer Satisfaction Warranty Program................................................................. 31

7-2 Technical Specifications........................................................................................... 32

Features ............................................................................................................32

Specifications.....................................................................................................32

Optional Features............................................................................................... 32

Dimensions ........................................................................................................ 33

7-3 Recommended Torque for Screws ........................................................................... 34

7-4 Technical Assistance ............................................................................................... 35

Parts Department ...............................................................................................35

Service Department............................................................................................35

Sales Department ..............................................................................................35

Chapter 1: Safety

1-1 How to Use This Manual

Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining your
granulator. The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient, proven techniques that enhance
equipment productivity.

This manual covers only light corrective maintenance. No other maintenance should be
undertaken without first contacting a service engineer.

The Functional Description section outlines models covered, standard features, and safety
features. Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation, pre­operational procedures, operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.

The Installation chapter includes required data for receiving, unpacking, inspecting, and setup
of the granulator. We can also provide the assistance of a factory-trained technician to help
train your operator(s) for a nominal charge. This section includes instructions, checks, and
adjustments that should be followed before commencing with operation of the granulator.
These instructions are intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift,
daily, and weekly intervals.

The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls, in
addition to information for operating the granulator safely and efficiently.

The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and
disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service. Preventive
maintenance sections are included to ensure that your granulator provides excellent, long
service.

The Troubleshooting chapter serves as a guide for identification of most common problems.
Potential problems are listed, along with possible causes and related solutions.

The Appendix contains technical specifications, drawings, schematics, parts lists, and
available options. A spare parts list with part numbers specific to your machine is provided
with your shipping paperwork package. Refer to this section for a listing of spare parts for
purchase. Have your serial number and model number ready when ordering.

Safety Symbols Used in this Manual

The following safety alert symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER! DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING! WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Caution! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that, if

not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.

1-2 General Safety Regulations

This machine uses knives for the performance of its intended use. Consequently, it can be a
dangerous machine to operate and maintain unless these safety regulations are followed.

These regulations should be read, understood, and periodically reviewed by all personnel
involved in any way with this machine.

Never operate or remove any machine components that are secured by wrench-type fasteners
unless the motor is electrically locked out and the rotor is motionless.

Never operate the machine or jog the rotor unless the cutting chamber covers, discharge
chute, or any guards or covers are in place and secure. Do not circumvent the safety
interlocks.

Prior to clearing a jam or performing any maintenance, the motor should be turned off and
electrically locked out. Be sure that the rotor has come to a stop. Hands must not be inserted
into the machine to clear the jam.

Do not extend any part of the body into feed roll openings or discharge area unless the motors
are electrically locked out and the rotor and feed rolls are motionless.

Never extend fingers through holes in screen.

Be sure that the v-belts are properly aligned and that tension is at its maximum.

Extreme care should be taken to see that all bolts are properly tightened at all times. During
the operation of the machine, rotor knife bolts may come loose. Although fine threads are
used on the rotor knife bolts because vibration does not easily loosen them, you should
inspect the tightness of the bolts frequently.

This machine is designed for the granulation of plastic materials. Do not feed any other
materials into the machine.

1-3 Responsibility

These machines are constructed for maximum operator safety when used under standard
operating conditions and when recommended instructions are followed in the maintenance
and operation of the machine.

All personnel engaged in the use of the machine should become familiar with its operation as
described in this manual.

Proper operation of the machine promotes safety for the operator and all workers in its
vicinity.

Becoming familiar with materials, inspection, speed limitations, screens, and guard
maintenance and total user responsibility will assist you in learning potential areas in need of
observation for danger.

Each individual must take responsibility for observing the prescribed safety rules as outlined.
All caution, warning and danger signs must be observed and obeyed. All actual or potential
danger areas must be reported to your immediate supervisor.

1-4 Warnings and Precautions

Our granulators are designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and
operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes.

To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage when installing, operating, or
maintaining this granulator, use good judgment and follow these safe practices:

˛ LEARN AND OBEY your company’s safety policy regarding granulating

equipment.

˛ MOVING OR LIFTING THE GRANULATOR: Although our equipment is built

and engineered for great ruggedness in operation, care must be taken when moving
the machine along the floor or lifting it. Damage may occur to sheet metal covers,
electrical cabinets, or small brackets if pressure is applied to them when moving the
granulator. When lifting the granulator, be certain of total machine weight and the
capability of the lifting equipment. (See the Granulator Specification Sheets for
machine weights and dimensions.)

˛ GRANULATOR LOCATION: Adequate area for routine maintenance should be

provided in order to open the machine for knife, screen, or cleanout service. Proper
service area clearances also should allow people who are working on the machine to
be clearly visible to others, thereby reducing the potential safety hazards.

˛ SAFE HOUSEKEEPING: The work area must be kept clean and uncluttered during

periods of operation or maintenance. No hand tools or other metal objects should be
left on or around the machine. Any tools or other metal objects that mistakenly fall
into the hopper feed opening can cause severe damage to internal cutting chamber,
rotor and screen components.

˛ SAFETY GLASSES OR A FACE SHIELD MUST ALWAYS BE WORN when

servicing or operating the machine. Although our machines are designed for the
maximum in flyback control, caution must be used when operating near the hopper
feed opening in order to guard against unexpected material flyback.

˛ EAR PROTECTION may be required when operating the machine during

granulation of very hard or noisy materials. The Occupational Safety and Health Act
of 1970 has established guidelines for Permissible Noise Exposures (OSHA 1910.95)
that should be followed.

˛ NEVER attempt to operate the granulator unless it is fully assembled with all guards

and interlocks in place and functional.

˛ OBSERVE all danger, warning, caution and safety labels on the equipment.

˛ Upon completion of any machine maintenance, be certain ALL SAFETY GUARDS

AND COVERS are securely and properly fastened prior to resuming machine
operation. All fasteners must be in place and properly tightened. ANY

SHORTCUTS MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE
TO EQUIPMENT.

˛ NEVER wear any loose fitting clothes, neckties, or dangling items such as earrings,

belts, or shoestrings. Jewelry, such as wristwatches, bracelets, or rings should
NEVER be worn. Long hair must be tied back or placed in a tight fitting hairnet.
NEVER lean against or rest hands or feet on the granulator when it is in operation or
open for maintenance. NEVER stand on the granulator when it is in operation.

˛ ROTATION OF MOTORS: The correct rotating direction for the granulator motor

is clearly marked on the machine. Always check for proper rotation of motors.
Incorrect rotation direction can cause severe damage.

˛ ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: All electrical equipment on the granulator must be

grounded in accordance to all local codes and Article 250 of the National Electric
Code.

˛ ALWAYS DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT the main electrical power to the

granulator before performing any service.

˛ SAFETY INTERLOCKS MUST NOT BE BYPASSED. The mechanical and

electrical safety interlocks ensure the safety of personnel. They should never be
tampered with or removed for ANY reason. They should be checked frequently by a
qualified mechanic for proper operation.

˛ NEVER modify the machine configuration or any individual component without

written notice from the factory.

For further information on granulator safety, installation, and operation, see the American

National Standard for Plastics MachineryæGranulators, Pelletizers, and Dicers Used for
Size Reduction of PlasticsæConstruction, Care, and Use. ANSI B151.11-1982.

We have long recognized the importance of safety and have designed and manufactured our
equipment with operator safety as a prime consideration. We expect you, as a user, to abide
by the foregoing recommendations in order to make operator safety a reality.

Chapter 2: Functional Description

2-1 Models Covered in This Manual

This manual provides the necessary instructions for the installation, set-up, and maintenance
of our auger-fed granulators.

2-2 General Description

The auger-fed granulator is a gravity-loaded, auger-hopper-fed, medium-duty, plastic
material cutting unit. The granulator is fully portable and automatic, with a small footprint. It
is designed for continuous, medium-duty applications, such as runners, sprues, blow-molded
scrap, small thin wall parts, and pre-cut thermoformed web.

2-3 Typical Features and Components

Infeed

The auger and trough assembly is constructed with the throat opening and an independently
chain-driven auger for the transfer from process machine to the cutting chamber of irregular
shapes of plastic material. A removable trough cleanout cover is provided to fully expose the
auger for maintenance purposes.

Cutting Chamber

The cutting chamber consists of a belt-driven three-blade rotor and two adjustable bed knives.
A lockable, hinged viewport allows viewing of the introduction of material to the cutting
chamber from the auger, the clearing of obstructions, or for other maintenance purposes.

The final granulate size is determined by the hole size of the screen selected. This screen, an
interchangeable feature of the screen drawer assembly, is located between the cutting
chamber and the discharge chute.

Drive System

The drive units consist of an electric motor with drive belts for the cutting chamber, an
electric motor and gear reducer with drive chain for the auger feed, and safety interlocks.
Unless otherwise specified, the motors are provided with separate controls wired for a
common power supply.

Discharge System

A removable discharge chute, located beneath the base, is designed with a take-off tube or
connection to a customer-provided, continuous-running unloading system. A pneumatic
evacuation system is also available.

Base

The base is caster-mounted, with four swivel casters (two locking casters) for easy
positioning.

2-4 Safety Features

Safety Switches

The cutting chamber viewport, auger infeed opening, and the screen drawer assemblies are
safety interlocked to allow the auger and the rotation of the rotor to completely stop before
physical access to the cutting chamber can be made. Unthreading the mechanical interlock
disengages an electric limit switch, which in turn disengages the rotor and auger drive
motors. The period of time required to fully unthread the mechanical interlock allows the
auger and rotor rotation to stop. Removal of the auger infeed opening shipping cover or
customer supplied auger trough safety guard will also disengage an electric limit switch,
which also disengages the rotor and auger drive motors.

For safety purposes, the machine should be disconnected from the power lines by a
disconnect switch or by removing the plug from its receptacle. Check all safety switches
periodically for proper operation. See Figure 1 for location of the safety switches.

Safety Tags

A set of metal plates is attached to the machine to warn of potential danger.

Figure 1: Safety Switches and Interlocks

Cutting Chamber
Interlock Screw

Emergency Stop
Buttons

Safety Plug

Feed Chute
Interlock Switch

Cutting Chamber
Viewport

Cutting Chamber
and Screen Cradle
Access Door

Chapter 3: Installation

3-1 Uncrating the Equipment

The granulators are shipped mounted on a wooden skid, then blocked and banded to prevent
movement. All non-painted items subject to corrosion are coated with a quality rust
preventative and the machine is then covered with heavy-duty polyethylene to protect it from
moisture and dirt. Refer to the Appendix for detailed dimensional data and pertinent weights.

Prepare in advance the site you have selected for installation of the granulator. Be certain
that the area to be occupied by the machine is clean, level, and free of obstructions. The
machine should be set on a concrete floor, and care must be taken when moving the machine
across a hollow timber floor, so that the point loading of the casters does not cause damage.
The site you have selected must have a floor rating to adequately support the weight of the
machine. If necessary, use steel shims to level the machine.

Locate the machine so that access is given to electrical components, screen, and hopper.
Maintenance personnel should have unobstructed access to the units on which they will be
working.

To avoid squeezing people working near a machine, there should be adequate clearance
maintained between machines, walls, or partitions. Hinged doors and covers should have full
swing. Restrictions may force work in cramped quarters. An off-balance operator with an
awkward reach into a partially obscured area is unsafe.

If inspection after shipment has revealed no shipping damage, unpack the unit by removing
all hold-downs, tie-downs, bolts, nuts, etc. Remove the envelope with the electrical
schematics and instruction manual from the base evacuation area.

You can now have the machine lifted from the skid. To lift and move the granulator safely
and correctly, cover any sharp corners or edges, and use the type of equipment that has the
most appropriate features and capacity. Use the designated lifting points, and do NOT lift the
machine by the hopper handles or guards.

3-2 Installing the Safety Switches

Auger granulators are designed and intended for use under the mold of your injection
molding machine. Do not use this equipment for any other applications without consulting
the factory with application details for specific recommendations on guarding and safety.

Control Panel. An open contact is provided on the terminal strip in the granulator control
panel. These terminals are provided for customer wiring to an interlock switch installed on
the molding machine safety gate so the auger will stop when the gate is opened.

Feed Chute. An interlock switch is furnished at the auger infeed opening. This switch must
be satisfied by a customer-furnished feed chute. This feed chute must be designed in such a
fashion that will totally prohibit access to the auger by reaching uner, around, over, and
through molding machine guards. If you would like us to quote a suitable feed chute, please
furnish dimensions of the molding machine.

Safety Plug. Each auger granulator is furnished with a “safety plug” receptacle installed at
the feed end of the auger. The mating plug for the receptacle is shipped separately from the
granulator. This plug is provided with a one foot chain, the end of which must be
permanently affixed to the molding machine, positioned so that it can be plugged into the
receptacle only when the auger is in its intended position under the mold. Removal of the
granulator from its intended position must require removal of the safety plug, whicih will
deactivate the control circuite. The safety chain must also be affixed in the same manner
when the auger is used with conveyors, separators, or other feed systems.

Emergency Stop. Access to the emergency stop buttons at the end of the auger and the top of
the electrical panel must not be restricted in any way. Relocation of the switch is
recommended if necessary to avoid any restrictions. Please consult the factory with
installation details for specific recommendations.

3-3 Electrical Connections

Check serial tag voltage/amperage requirements and make sure your electrical service
conforms before making any electrical connections. Make sure that all three phases are wired
correctly.

Bring properly sized power leads and grounds from a fused disconnect to the unit. Provide
external overcurrent protection to the unit, using circuit breakers or fuses. If you use fuses,
make sure that they are dual-element, time-delay fuses, sized according to your electrical
code. Refer to the technical specifications in the Appendix for horsepower, voltage, phase,
and frequency requirements to determine the size and rating of the supply cable required.

Carefully check the diagrams packed with the machine. All internal wiring has been done at
the factory. All safety interlocks have been verified to be functional before shipment. Run
line power conductors to the control enclosure per local and National Electrical Code
requirements. Terminate the power conductors at the control enclosure disconnect switch line
terminals.

Use the following procedure to complete the electrical connections:

1. Check to be certain that the starter heater elements correspond with the motor

requirements. If controls are not supplied, the limit switches supplied on the machine
must be wired into the circuit at the common terminal box.

2. Check that the limit switches are closed.

3. Turn switch ON at main power supply.

4. Jog motor by pressing the START and then the OFF button. This starts and stops the

motor.

5. With the electrical power ON, check that the motor rotates in a clockwise direction at

the viewing port in the belt guard. If motor rotation is correct, continue to the next
step. If rotation is incorrect, complete the following procedure:

a. Shut power OFF and disconnect incoming power supply.

b. Reverse any two of the three power line connections to the machine.

c. Re-connect the incoming power supply line and turn ON the main power

switch to recheck motor drive rotation.

6. If Airveying system (optional) is fitted, press the Airveyor START button, and check

the blower motor rotation. The blower motor should rotate in a counterclockwise
direction. If blower motor rotation is correct, continue to step 7. If blower motor
rotation is incorrect, complete the following procedure:

a. Shut power OFF and disconnect incoming power supply line.

b. Reverse any two of the three power line connections to the blower motor.

c. Re-connect the incoming power supply line, and recheck the blower motor

rotation.

7. Allow all motors to run up to speed for at least 30 seconds.

3-4 Accessing the Cutting Chamber

You will need to access the cutting chamber before initial startup and for various
maintenance procedures.

Use the following procedure to access the cutting chamber:

1. Turn the main power off, remove the line fuses, and tag the machine as out of

service.

2. Unthread the cutting chamber safety interlock.

3. Remove the bolts from the face of the screen drawer, and pull the drawer assembly

out of the cutting chamber.

Note: It may be necessary to manually rotate the rotor to ease the removal and

replacement of the screen drawer.

4. Slide the discharge bin out of the cutting chamber.

3-5 Closing the Cutting Chamber

After completing any maintenance or adjustments inside the cutting chamber, use the
following procedure to close the cutting chamber and resume use of the granulator:

1. Slide the discharge bin into the cutting chamber.

2. Push the screen drawer assembly into the cutting chamber and tighten the bolts.

3. Tighten the cutting chamber interlock.

4. Replace line fuses, turn power on, and remove the out of service tag from the

machine.

3-6 Initial Start-up

This machine has been run under power and tested at the factory prior to shipment. The
necessary settings and adjustments have been made so that a minimum amount of setting up
or re-adjustment is required when starting up the machine in its new location.

With all electrical, mechanical connections and lubrication requirements having been
attended to, the following start-up steps should be carefully carried out before attempting to
place any material into the infeed hopper. Use the following procedure to prepare the
machine for initial start-up:

WARNING! Before operating the granulator, insure that the granulator has been

correctly assembled and wired.

1. Access the cutting chamber as describe in Section 3-4 on page 15.

2. Thoroughly clean the rust preventative materials or grease from the hopper, the inside

of the cutting chamber, knives, rotor, screen, discharge system, and exterior of the
machine. Do not use solvent on any of the painted areas, as solvent may damage the
paint.

3. Check all rotor knives to make sure they are properly seated on the rotor and securely

fastened. Although they are ground as a set, one knife will probably be .001” to .002”
higher than the others. This should be marked and used when adjusting the bed
knives for proper clearance.

4. Use a feeler gauge to check the clearance between the rotor and the bed knives by

turning the rotor backwards. Rotating the rotor backwards gives a better feel and does
not cut the gauge, should the knives be too close. Check the knives on each end only.
Proper clearance is 0.15 mm (0.006”). This clearance is slightly greater at the center
of the knives.

Note: Recheck knife clearance after the first 24 to 36 hours of operation.

5. To make the adjustment on the bed knives, the bed knife adjusting screws should be

hand tightened to hold the knife firmly against the knife seat while adjusting the knife
forward using push and pull screws. After the clearance is set, torque the screws
according to the table in Section 7-3 on page 34.

6. With the exposed parts of the machine thoroughly clean, and all knife clamping bolts

securely fastened, close the cutting chamber as described in Section 3-5 on page 15.

Note: After initial start-up, the rotor knife retaining screws should be checked after 8

hours running to be assured that the proper torque is maintained. Thereafter,
rotor knife retaining screws should be checked weekly.

Note: The rotor must be rotated at least two rotations every 30 days to prevent

brinnelling and corrosion of raceways.

Chapter 4: Operation

4-1 Start-up

Before starting the machine, check that the rotor rotates freely by rotating it by hand. Inspect
the cutting chamber carefully to insure that nothing has fallen into it. Make sure all screws
and bolts are properly secured. Check all electrical connections and motor rotations. See
Chapter 3 on pages 12-15 for detailed set-up instructions.

The door-mounted pushbutton controls are arranged from left to right for sequential starting
of the system’s motors. Allow all motors to run up to speed for at least 30 seconds.

WARNING! The cutting chamber knives are extremely sharp. Always wear heavy gloves

and exercise care when working in the cutting chamber.

4-2 Feeding the Granulator

Feed the granulator through the opening in the hopper. The method of feeding the granulator
depends on the physical form and nature of the material being processed.

For maximum efficiency, the granulator should be fed at a rate that is consistent with its
capacity; i.e., if the granulator is rated at 60 kg/hr (132 lbs./hr.), then the general feed rate is 1
kb/min. (2.2 lbs./min.). Under these operating conditions, the correct proportions of cut and
uncut particles will be present in the cutting chamber.

WARNING! Under no circumstances should the operator attempt to reach into the

hopper to dislodge any bridged or jammed material while the granulator is
in operation. To clear the hopper of bridged or jammed material, the
machine main power must be turned off and the machine isolated.

4-3 Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber

Never attempt to free a jammed machine by placing hands on the rotor, rotor knives, or inside
the cutting chamber. Hands must be kept clear of the rotational path of the rotor knives.

Good footing on a clean floor is essential and the body should be well braced to guard against
loss of balance should the jam suddenly come free. Use the following procedure to clear a
jammed cutting chamber:

1. Disconnect and lock out power.

2. Be certain that the rotor is motionless.

3. Access the cutting chamber as describe in Section 3-4 on page 15.

4. Use a pry bar to exert force on the rotor, usually in the direction opposite normal

rotation. A leather mallet and a block of wood of sufficient length to keep hands
away from path of knives can be used if necessary.

5. Use pliers to remove material from the cutting chamber, keeping in mind that the

removal of material may cause rotation of the rotor and rotor knives.

6. After clearing the jam, be certain that the screen and all guards and covers are

secured in place before connecting power and starting the machine.

4-4 Shut-down

Use the following procedure to properly and safely shut down the machine:

1. Stop all feeding of material.

2. Allow the granulator to run at least three minutes until the cutting chamber is

completely empty.

3. Press the drive motor “stop” button. This shuts off the rotor drive motor.

4. After the granulator has stopped, press the airveyor stop button (if applicable) located

at the blower motor.

5. Turn the main power switch to off.

Note: For emergency machine stops, feedstock must be cleaned out of the hopper and

cutting chamber prior to restarting the machine.

Chapter 5: Maintenance

5-1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule

Check

Frequency

Check tightness of cutting chamber interlock screw

Daily
Do housekeeping around work area

Daily
Check knife clearance and wear.
(Refer to Section

Weekly

Check that rotor and bed knife bolts have proper torque
(Refer to Section 7-3 on page 34)

Weekly

Check lubrication. More frequent lubrication may be required
(Refer to Section 5-4 on page 20)

Monthly

5-2 Testing the Interlock Switch

The cutting chamber interlock switch ensures that the granulator cannot be running when the
hopper or screen cradle are open. When disengaged, the interlock opens the electrical control
circuit to the motor and prevent the machine from running.

To test the interlock switch, unscrew the cutting chamber interlock screw while the granulator
is on. The granulator should stop. If the granulator does not stop, the interlock is not working.
If the interlock does not work, the complete mechanism, including the switch, must be
removed and disassembled to determine the cause of the malfunction.

5-3 Cleaning the Granulator

Always exercise extreme caution when cleaning the machine to change color or material
types.

DANGER! Always disconnect power before servicing.

Clean the auger, auger trough and hopper, cutting chamber, and discharge chute using a
clean, stiff brush and vacuum air.

WARNING! Never wipe the cutting chamber clean with your hands.

Never allow foreign material such as metal, stone, or lint into the auger trough and hopper or
cutting chamber, as it may cause serious damage to the cutting unit and/or contaminate the
granulate making it unusable.

5-4 Removing the Auger

Use the following procedure to remove the granulator auger:

7. Turn the main power off, remove the line fuses, and tag the machine as out of

service.

8. Remove the drive belt guard, drive chain and chain sprocket from the drive end of the

auger shaft.

9. Unbolt the end plate from the trough and pull the auger from the assembly.

Caution! Support the auger during withdrawal to prevent it from dragging on and

excessively scoring the flight edges and/or the trough bar.

5-5 Removing the Rotor

Use the following procedure to remove the granulator rotor:

WARNING! Remove all of the rotor knives before removing the rotor assembly.

1. Turn the main power off, remove the line fuses, and tag the machine as out of

service.

2. Remove the drive belt guard, drive chain and chain sprocket from the drive end of the

auger shaft.

3. Remove the rotor drive belt and sheave.

4. Unbolt the rotor access plate.

5. Remove the rotor from the cutting chamber.

5-6 Lubrication Requirements

All granulator and motor bearings are shipped pre-lubricated from the factory.

The bearings used require a high quality, lithium-based EP (extreme pressure) type of grease,
which conforms to the NGLI Grade 2 consistency. This grease has been chosen due to its
suitability for use in heavy-duty applications under heavy shock loads. It also contains rust
inhibitors, has high temperature stability, and exhibits good water resistance. For normal
operating conditions, the grease should be free of any chemical impurities such as free acid or
free alkali, dust, rust, metal particles, or abrasives.

Bearings must be re-lubricated periodically to assure long life. The length of intervals
between greasing depends on the running speed and atmospheric conditions. See Figure 2 to
determine the proper greasing interval.

For best results, bearings should be re-lubricated while in operation. The grease should be
pumped in slowly until a slight bead forms around the seals. This bead, in addition to acting
as an indicator of adequate re-lubrication, provides additional protection against the entry of
foreign matter.

By the time the slight grease bead is formed, it will be noted that the temperature rise is
approximately 30ºF. If necessary to re-lubricate while the bearing is idle, refer to the re­lubrication table in Figure 3 for the maximum grease capacity for various sizes of bearings.
Bearings should be lubricated with care. Too much grease applied to the bearings at one time
can rupture bearing seals.

Grease in bearings prevents excessive wear of parts, protects ball races and balls fro
corrosion, and aids in heat dissipation within the bearing. The motors should be lubricated to
their manufacturers specifications.

Figure 2: Greasing Intervals by Operating Conditions

Bearing Temperature

Cleanliness

Greasing Interval

Up to 120º F

Clean

6 to 12 months
Up to 150 º F

Clean

2 to 6 months
Up to 210º F

Clean

2 weeks to 2 months
Over 210º F

Clean

Weekly
Up to 150º F

Dirty

1 week to 1 month
Over 150º F

Dirty

Daily to 2 weeks
Any temperature

Very Dirty

Daily to 2 weeks
Any temperature

Extreme Conditions

Daily to 2 weeks

Figure 3: Approximate Grease Capacity of Bearings

Shaft Size

Typical Grease Capacity of Bearing Chamber in Ounces

1/2” to 3/4”

1/4
7/8” to 1-3/16”

3/8
1-1/4” to 1-1/2”

5/8
1-11/16” to 1-15/16”

5/8
2” to 2-7/16”

3/4
2-1/3” to 2-15/16”

1-1/2
3” to 3-7/16”

2
3-1/2” to 4”

2-1/2
4-3/16” to 4-15/16”

3

5-7 Adjusting Belt Tension

Belts should be checked on a weekly basis for nicks, cuts, tension, or excessive wear. Any
belt of a multi-belt system showing damage or excessive wear should be replaced with a belt
of equal strength and size. For best results, replace belts in matched sets.

For continuous reliable operation of the granulator, it is important that the belt tension is
correct. Correct tension reduces wear on rotor and motor bearings and keeps belt slip to a
minimum. Figure 4 gives the recommended force to deflect each belt by an amount equal to
the belt span divided by 64. A gauge is available through the sales department to measure the
deflection and force. Use the following procedure to adjust the belt tension:

1. Turn off the granulator at the main isolator switch and remove fuses.

2. Remove the cover to gain access to the belts.

3. Turn the adjusting screw on the motor slide base to tension the belts as required (See

Figure 4).

4. Re-tighten the screws, making sure the pulleys are in correct alignment.

5. Replace the covers.

Figure 4: Belt Tensioning Information

Super Gripbelts

Gripnotch Belts

Steel Cable Gripbelts

Belt Cross
Section

Small P.D.
Range

Min

Max

Min

Max

Min

Max

3.0-3.6

3

4-1/4

3-7/8

5-1/2

3-1/4

4

3.8-4.8

3-1/2

5

4-1/2

6-1/4

3-3/4

4-3/4

A

5.0-7.0

4

5-1/2

5

6-7/8

4-1/4

5-1/4

3.4-4.2

4

5-1/4

5

6-7/8

4-1/4

5-1/2

4.4-5.6

5-1/8

7-1/8

6-1/2

9-1/8

5-3/4

7-1/4

B

5.8-8.6

6-3/8

8-3/4

7-3/8

10-1/8

7

8-3/4

7.0-9.4

11-1/4

14-3/4

13-3/4

17-7/8

11-1/4

14

C

9.6-16.0

14-1/8

18-1/2

15-1/4

20-1/4

14-1/4

17-3/4

12.0-16.0

23-5/8

30-1/4

23-3/4

30-1/2

D

18.0-27.0

29-3/4

39-1/2

30-1/8

39-3/4
E

20.0-32.0
*The deflection force value shown is for each belt and must be multiplied by the number of
V-belt elements if all are deflected.

Deflection = Belt Span
64

Belt Span

5-8 Replacing and Adjusting the Knives

The rotor and bed knives are subjected to severe conditions, and you should inspect knives
periodically for sharpness. The sharper the knives are kept, the better the machine operates,
producing quality regrind. If the knives become severely rounded, chipped, or otherwise
damaged, the granulator experiences heavy shock loads during operation causing additional
and significant reduction in knife life.

WARNING! Exercise extreme care when rotating the rotor and handling knives.

All flange-type bearings are centered, drilled, and pinned at assembly of the unit. Should it
become necessary to replace these bearings, it will be the customer’s responsibility to center,
drill, and pin the bearing in position.

Rotor Knives

We recommend that the rotor knife screws be replaced with new screws every sixth knife
change to reduce the risk of screw failure due to overstretching. Screws must be replaced
with the type specified in the spare parts list. Use the following procedure to replace or adjust
the rotor combs:

Caution! Rotor knives should be changed one seat at a time to prevent rotor from

being rotated in an out-of-balance condition.

1. Access the cutting chamber as directed in Section 3-4 on page 15.

2. Set back the bed knives to clear the rotor knives so that the rotor can revolve freely.

3. Carefully block the rotor with a piece of wood to prevent it from turning.

4. Loosen and remove the rotor knife screws (See Figure 5 on page 24) and carefully

remove all rotor knives. Make sure you have solid footing while you apply the
breaking force.

5. Thoroughly clean the knife seats with a stone or other non-marring tool, and wipe the

screws with a lightly oiled cloth. Do not leave an oil film on the screws, as
lubrication can adversely affect the stress on a screw installed to a fixed torque value.

6. Re-install the rotor knives onto the rotor.

7. Lightly tighten the screws and check that a 0.03 mm (0.0015”) feeler gauge will not

pass between the back of the knife and the knife seat. Tap the knife gently with a
rawhide hammer if necessary to close the gap.

8. Tighten the screws evenly and torque the screws according to Section 7-3 on page 34.

9. Re-check the gap between the back of the knives and the knife seats. If necessary,

readjust the knives.

6. Adjust the clearance between the bed knives and rotor knives. (See “Bed Knives” on

page 24.)

Bed Knives

Use the following procedure to replace or adjust the bed knives:

1. Access the cutting chamber as directed in Section 3-4 on page 15.

2. Remove the bed knives by unbolting the bed knife bars and dropping the bars and

bed knives from the cutting chamber frame (See Figure 5).

3. Thoroughly clean the knife seats with a stone or other non-marring tool, and wipe the

screws with a lightly oiled cloth. Do not leave an oil film on the screws, as
lubrication can adversely affect the stress on a screw installed to a fixed torque value.

4. Install the new or re-sharpened bed knives.

5. Use the adjustment screws (located on the outside surface of the cutting chamber) to

set the knife clearance to 0.15 mm (0.006”). The clearance should be measured with a
feeler gauge at the ends of the knife, by rotating the rotor sheave backwards by hand.
The clearance is slightly greater at the center of the knives. Check both the upstroke
and downstroke knife gaps.

Note: Adjust the knife gradually from end to end. Adjusting one side completely and

then the other side will cause the adjusted side to tip slightly.

6. Tighten all of the mounting screws according to Section 7-3 on page 34, and re-check

the knife gap.

Figure 5: Cutting Chamber Diagram

5-9 Sharpening the Knives

Under normal operating use, the cutting edge of the knives will eventually become dulled,
resulting in reduced cutting efficiency. The blunt knives may either be re-ground to restore
the cutting edge, or replaced with new knives when regrinding is not possible.

Note: The minimum dimensions given for the rotor knife and bed knife cannot be

combined to produce a cutting combination. For example, a bed knife ground
to its minimum dimension cannot be combined with a rotor knife that is also
ground to its minimum dimension.

Rotor Knife Sharpening

The rotor knife can be re-sharpened to the diagram below. The three knives must be
sharpened to within 0.076 mm (0.003”) of each other. Greater dimensional variations will
cause difficulty when setting the knife gap and create other serious complications.

When sharpening, it is not harmful to allow a few small nicks to remain in the cutting edge.
Grinding the cutting edge until perfectly clean can sometimes be wasteful.

Do not install rotor knives that are smaller than the minimum dimension shown, because the
fasteners that secure these knives will interfere with the cutting circle. If the rotor cannot turn,
the bed knives will be damaged.

Use Figure 7 on page 26 to determine the correct type of rotor knife.

Bed Knife Sharpening

Each bed knife is provided with two cutting edges. When the exposed edges become blunt,
the knives can be turned and repositioned to present the new cutting edges. When re­sharpening is necessary, refer to the diagram below.

It is not necessary to grind bed knives to the closely matched tolerance of rotor knives. As
with rotor knives, small nicks in the cutting edges will not seriously affect knife cutting
efficiency. Bed knives smaller than the minimum dimensions shown must be replaced along
with the fasteners that secure them.

Figure 6: Knife Sharpening Specifications

Min. Width:

6 x 8: 1-3/4”
8 x 12: 2”

15º

Bed Knife

Min. Width:

6 x 8: 2-1/2”
8 x 12: 1-7/8”

45º

Rotor Knife

Figure 7: Recommended Knife Replacement Blades

D2

Material

Physical Material Quality
High Shear

50º

ABS (High Imp’t)

Energy Impt

X
ABS (Med. Imp’t)

Energy Impt

X
ABS (Low Imp’t)

Energy Impt

X
Acetal

Energy Impt

X
Acrylic

Energy Impt

X
Nylon (non-filled)

Energy Absb

X
Nylon (filled)

Friable

N/A

N/A
Polybutylene

Energy Absb

X
PET (Bottles)

Energy Impt

X
PET (Preform)

Energy Impt

X
Polyethylene (PE. Low)

Energy Absb

X
Polyethylene (PE. Med.)

Energy Absb

X
Polyethylene (PE. High)

Energy Absb

X
E.V.A.

Energy Absb

X
Polypropylene (P.P.)

Energy Absb

X
Polypropylen Oxide
(P.V.D.C)

Energy Absb

X

Styrene (G.P.)

Friable

X
Styrene (M ID)

Friable

X
Styrene (HI)

Energy Impt

X
Polysulfone (GLS. REIN)

Friable

X
P.V.C. (Rigid)

Energy Impt

X
P.V.C. (Flex)

Energy Absb

X
Phenolic

Friable

N/A

N/A
TPR

Energy Absb

X

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

6-1 Introduction

The utmost in safety precautions should be observed at all times when working on or around
the machine and the electrical components. All normal trouble-shooting must be
accomplished with the power off, line fuses removed, and with the machine tagged as out of
service.

The use of good quality test equipment cannot be over-emphasized when troubleshooting is
indicated. Use a good ammeter that can measure at least twice the AC and DC current that
can be encountered for the machine. Be sure that the voltmeter has at least minimum
impedance of 5,000 OHMS-per-volt on AC and 20,000 OHMS-per-volt on DC scales.
Popular combination meters, VOM and VTVM can be selected to provide the necessary
functions.

Before making haphazard substitutions and repairs when defective electrical components are
malfunctioning, we recommend that you check the associated circuitry and assemblies for
other defective devices. It is common to replace the obviously damaged component without
actually locating the real cause of the trouble. Such hasty substitutions will only destroy the
new component. Refer to wiring diagrams and schematics.

Locating mechanical problems, should they occur, is relatively straightforward. When
necessary, refer to the parts catalog section.

6-2 Electrical Faults

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Remedy

Supply failure

Check fuses

Starter inoperative

Check main supply

Starter overloads or cuts out

Check motor requirements
and adjust accordingly

Motor Fails to Start

Safety switches inoperative

Check and adjust as needed

Too much belt tension

Check belt tension and adjust
as necessary

Incorrectly connected motor

Check terminal connection
with manufacturer’s
connection diagram and
adjust as necessary

Motor starts but will not take
load

Defective starter winding

Check current in each phase
with ammeter, if there is a
marked difference in current
in one phase, contact motor
manufacturer

Motor will start when
disconnected from load but
not when connected

Worn bearings

Check and replace if
necessary according to
manufacturer’s literature

6-3 Processing Faults

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Remedy

Overfeeding

Reduce feed rate

Partial or complete screen
blockage

Remove screen, clear and
inspect for damage

Insufficient tension on v-belt
drive causing belt slip and
burning

Check tension of the belt and
adjust as necessary

Check that the motor slide
base screws are secure

Badly blunted or damaged
knives

Fit re-sharpened or new
knives as required

Knife setting too wide

Check clearances given and
adjust as required

Installation fault; motor
running in reverse direction

Check with direction arrow
and re-fit electrical
connections to give the
correct direction

Stalling

Safety switch cut out where
fitted

Tighten safety switch setting
screw

Check all possible causes
under “stalling”

Remedy as shown above

Screen size too small

Increase screen size

When granulating rubber,
insufficient talc causes
freshly cut surfaces to re­adhere

Increase talc percentage rate
of infeed

Material overheating

Blockage in aiveyor

Check direction of fan
rotation, check venturi and
line or chute for blockage

6-4 Mechanical Faults

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Remedy

Excessive tension on the belt
drive

Check tension of belt and
adjust as necessary

Bearing overheating

Lubrication fault

Check lubrication frequency
and recommended lubricant

Visible cracks in knife

Incorrect grinding or
grinding procedure

Check method of grinding
and contact our technical
sales department

Uneven knife seat surfaces

Clean up to provide
maximum bearing surface

Knives moving on knife
seats

Loose knife screws

Knife screws should not be
used more than six times.
Replace if there is evidence
of stretch

Knives breaking

Cracks caused by incorrect
grinding

Contact our technical sales
department

Excessive knife wear

Open knife setting

Re-set knives

Screen breakage

Incorrectly seated screen

Check that the screen is
seated correctly and fully in
its cradle

Chapter 7: Appendix

7-1 Customer Satisfaction Warranty Program

The terms and conditions of the warranty set forth are for one (1) year from the original date
of purchase by the original purchaser.

The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser the product and/or goods to which this
disclaimer is attached, and manufactured by us, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU
OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES ON OUR PART.

This warranty shall not apply to any goods or product manufactured by us which has been
subject to accident, negligence, alteration of any kind, abuse, or misuse. We further make no
warranty whatsoever in respect to accessories or parts not supplied by us. Any warranty of
any nature shall apply only to an “original purchaser” which shall be deemed to mean that
person or entity for whom the goods and/or product were originally ordered and installed.

We neither assume nor authorize any person to assume for us any liability in connection with
the sale or use of the products and goods sold hereunder, and shall not be responsible for
damages for which a purchaser may be liable to other persons, damages to property, or
injuries to any other persons.

Our sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to replacing, repairing, or exchanging
any part or parts of goods and/or products sold which we determine are defective under
normal use and service within one (1) year of date of installation by the original purchaser.
We shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from the use or
loss of the goods and/or products purchased. In no event shall we be liable for any general,
direct, consequential, incidental, or special damages of any kind.

We do not warrant any of our products that are installed in other machines or apparatus as
meeting requirements of any safety code of any nature. The purchaser assumes all risks and
liabilities resulting from the installation and use of product sold by us in combination with
other machines or apparatus.

We warrant our product to be of the kind and quality quoted, and no other warranty except of
title shall be implied. Our company shall repair or replace, at our discretion, any
manufactured item on your granulator without charge FOB factory, within one (1) year after
date of original purchase, which is proved to be defective when shipped. Claims for labor or
consequential damages are not allowed.

Excluded from the above are knives, screens, and belts. Purchased items, including electrical
components, motors, etc., shall carry the warranty of the supplier and no extension of that
warranty is allowed.

Refer to this manual for assistance in installing and maintaining a highly efficient machine.
Questions regarding areas that are not covered in the manual should be referred to the
customer service manager at the factory at [phone].

7-2 Technical Specifications

Features

Model

Throat Size

Cutting Circle
Diameter

Throughput

Approximate
Weight

6 x 8

6” x 8”
(15 x 20 cm)

6” (152 mm)

175 lbs./hr.
(79 kg.)

650 lbs.
(296 kg.)
8 x 12

8” x 12”
(20 x 30 cm)

8” (203 mm)

250 lbs./hr.
(113 kg.)

1300 lbs.
(591 kg.)
12 x 16

12” x 16”
(30 x 40 cm)

12” (305 mm)

450 lbs./hr.
(204 kg.)

2400 lbs.
(1090 kg.)

Specifications

Standard

Standard Options

Infeed

Hopper, one-piece reversed flight
auger

Increased or decreased auger length,
adjustable fifth wheel at auger end

Cutting
Chamber

Slant cut shearing design with screen
drawer and hinged lid

Hardface welding (8 x 12 and 12 x
16 models only)

Rotor

D2

Carbide coating, Hardface welding
(6 x8 and 8 x 12 models only)

Rotor Knives

3

Bed Knives

2

Screen

Corten reversible screen, 5/16”

Carbide coating, 1/8”, 3/16”, 1/4”

Base

Two swivel casters, two fixed casters

3”, 4”, and 6” base leg extensions

Discharge

Bin

Oversized collection bin, Pneumatic
evacuation system

Motor

6 x 8: 3HP, 5HP
8 x 12: 5HP, 7.5 HP
12 x 16: 10 HP, 15HP

Drive Parts

Heavy-duty auger chain drive

Electrical
Components

Fused disconnect, NEMA 12
magenetic across-the-line starter
control

Controls

208, 230, 460 or 575 V

Labels

English

Accessories

Optional Features

Auger Trough Safety Guard. A fabricated guard that bolts to the auger trough frame,
surrounding the feed opening, and providing adequate guarding in accordance with OSHA

2206. This feature is required when an auger granulator is positioned away from the process
machine for hand-loading purposes, or when using a mechanical loading device.

Fan System. A pneumatic take-off system that recycles granulate from the granulator
discharge bin to the process machine, hopper, or to a storage container. The system consists
of an impeller blower, driven by an appropriately sized 3 phase, 60cycle motor, and a cyclone
air separator. The blower and motor are usually mounted on the granulator with control in the
main panel. The cyclone air separator and all piping is assembled and fixed by the customer
to suit individual requirements.

Dimensions

6 x 8

8 x 12

12 x 16

A

55”

82-1/2”

87-1/2”

B

49.25”

57”

68.5”

C

18”

25.25”

32.25”

D8”11”

14”

E

20-3/4”

43-1/2”

44”

F

28”

34-1/2”

48”

G

43-3/4”

51-3/4”

66”

H

19-1/2”

21-1/2”

29.5”

7-3 Recommended Torque for Screws

When using bolts in tapped holes equal or less than the bolt diameter in thread engagement,
reduce torque by one-half. For flat-head socket head screws, use the column for grade 5
bolts. Torque sheave bushings to grade 5 specifications.

Figure 8: Required torque in foot pounds*

Proof Load

Grade 2 SAE
Grade

Grade 5 SAE
Grade

Grade 8 SAE
Grade

Socket Hd Cap
Screw

Size - KSI

Through 3/4” 55
Above 3/4’ 33

85

120

Through 1/2” 140
Above 1/2” 135

1/4” – 20

5812

14

5/16” – 18

111725

29

3/8” – 16

203144

51

1/2” – 13

4975106

124

5/8” – 11

97

150

212

238

3/4” – 10

172

266

375

423

7/8” – 9

166

430

606

682

1” – 8

250

644

909

1023

* Values are for steel only. Based on torque coefficient of .20 and a clamp load that produces
75% of proof load.

Note: When using Loctite #242 (blue), remove any oil with solvent before applying

Loctite. Shake the bottle before using. When not using Loctite, threads should
have a light coating of oil. Do not use these values for “Moly-Lube” or “never­Seize.”

7-4 Technical Assistance

Parts Department

Call Spare Parts Express toll-free 8am-8pm EST [phone]. OEM quality replacement
and spare parts ensure operation at design specifications. Please have the model and serial
number of your equipment when you call. Consult the Customer Parts List included in your
information packet for replacement part numbers.

Service Department

Call toll free [phone] 8am-8pm EST – Emergency service available 24 hours a day.
We have a qualified service department ready to help. Service contracts are available for most
of our products.

Sales Department

Call [phone] Monday through Friday 8am-5pm EST. Our products are sold by a
worldwide network of independent sales representatives. Contact our sales department for the
name of the sales representative nearest you.