Graco 340462EN-B User Manual

Advanced Composites

Resin Pumping and Metering Solutions

Precision Fluid Handling Technology
for Advanced Composites

Innovative fluid handling solutions that build your bottom line

Demand for advanced composites is growing on a global scale as these innovative materials are designed into an ever-increasing

array of structures. Fuel conservation and performance drive the need for lighter weight aircraft and transportation vehicles.

Alternative energy is pushing the limits on composite scale by requiring “super-sized” turbines. Corrosion resistance and cost

reduction are primary considerations in storage tanks, pressure vessels and bridge construction.

These are only a few examples of where expensive, manual, slow resin dispensing

processes of the past can limit today’s new capacity needs and performance

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specifications. By integrating Graco

manufacturing process, you will meet the demand for more composites, fabricated

at higher speeds and at a lower cost.

Graco understands automated resin processes and provides the products, engineering

and global support you need to manufacture advanced composites. Graco’s heavy

investment in research and engineering provides you with the innovations

and technologies to:

• Reduce cycle time

• Improve yield

• Limit hand touch labor

• Reduce scrap

• Reduce cleaning time

resin dispensing technologies into your

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With Graco, you can expect:

• Expanded capacity with large-scale, high-volume dispensing capabilities

• Faster cycle times - materials are dispensed faster and more consistently, saving time
and material, and maximizing productivity

• Higher yield and less material waste with advanced, accurate control systems

• Out-of-autoclave close mold processing using resin injection technology

• Durability for reduced cost of ownership and faster return on investment

• Global support to ensure manufacturing readiness

• Reliability that maximizes uptime

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Prepreg Premixes

Sheet Molding Compounding

Auto Weight Control for Preblends

Pultrusion

Filament Wind

Prepregs

Infusion

RTM Hand Lay Up

Injection Molding

Direct Paste Apply

Hand Lay Up

Adhesive Dispensing

Structural Foam Injection

Ambient Resin Feed
Hot Melt Resin Feed

Dispensing Equipment
for Advanced Composites Applications

Complete solutions

From precursors to prepreg to final assembly, Graco offers

complete solutions for moving, dispensing, and applying

fluids in all phases of composites manufacturing.

Precision

Flow Control &

Resin Pumping

Continuous

Meter-Mix

Supply

for Blending

Processes

Graco DC12 and PosiRatio®
High-Volume Metering Systems

• Dispenses tooling paste, adhesives and resin

• Delivers up to 12 kg (26 lb) per minute –
for faster processing

• Repeatable on-ratio dispensing –
reduces material waste and re-work

• Optional ratio and flow rate monitoring
with data collection for quality assurance

Molding

Processes

Tooling

Fabrication

Assembly

Processes

Prepreg

Manufacturing

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Graco Supply System

• Delivers one-component resins, adhesives
and other materials from drums or pails
to metering and dispense systems

• Integrated air controls offer easy-to-see,
easy-to-use controls

• NXT™ Air Motor, Check-Mate® and Dura-Flo
technologies set the industry standard for durability

• Shared and common parts provide low carrying
costs, even when multiple configurations are used

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Graco Therm-O-Flow®
and Warm Melt Systems

• Delivers hot or warm melt materials to metering and dispensing systems

• Therm-O-Flow’s Mega-Flo™ platen offers industry leading melt rates
for greater production capacity

• Temperature setback conserves energy during production breaks
and prevents material charring

Graco PR70
Meter, Mix & Dispense System

Graco DL High-Volume
Meter, Mix & Dispense System

• Independently driven rotary metering pumps
or piston pumps

• Delivers accurate continuous material flow
and shot dispensing as well

• Delivers up to 100 cc’s per second at 1:1

• Variable ratios from 1:1 to 30:1
let you handle more materials

• Available with static, disposable
dynamic or standard dynamic mixers

• Operator actuated or integrated
with machine automation

• Benchtop unit provides precise mix ratio and shot repeatability

• Exceptional performance with material ratios from 1:1 to 24:1

• Dispenses water thin to paste consistency materials
from 2.0 to 70 cc’s

• Available in fixed or variable ratio configurations

• Operator actuated or integrated with machine automation

Graco PCF Metering System

• Dispenses a precise, continuous flow
of single component resins or adhesives

• Closed-loop technology provides
real-time flow and batch control

• Superior flow control reduces material waste

• Low cost of ownership, fewer wear parts
for easy maintenance

Graco HFR Metering System

• Hydraulic fixed ratio metering system

• Processes multiple materials from rigid
and flexible polyurethanes to elastomers
and epoxies

• Delivers accurate ratio and volume

• Automatically adjusts to achieve consistent
material flow or pressure

• Modular design lets you configure
components essential for your application

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A Global Network of Support

Engineering expertise

Graco’s engineering teams support your operation with everything from simple equipment modifications to complete custom

configurations. Graco works closely with you to analyze your operation, materials and unique challenges.

Proven track record

Graco has close working relationships with many of the world’s leading manufacturers and material

suppliers serving the composites market. With Graco, you can expect responsive service and support,

as well as the accuracy and reliability you demand from your manufacturing equipment.

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Global distribution for local support

With more than 30,000 distributors worldwide, you can count

on quick turnaround times for replacement parts and service.

With Graco’s authorized distributors, you have access to experts who understand the unique needs of your business.

Global manufacturing

• Minneapolis, Minnesota USA

• Rogers, Minnesota USA

• Anoka, Minnesota USA

• Sioux Falls, South Dakota USA

• North Canton, Ohio USA

• Suzhou, China

• Maasmechelen, Belgium

Global support

With infrastructure throughout the world, your company will benefit

from Graco’s knowledgeable, global network of professionals.

Find out more

In addition to dispensing equipment for advanced composites

applications, Graco also offers a full line of FRP equipment.

Visit www.graco.com/composites for details.

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ABOUT GRACO

Founded in 1926, Graco is a world leader in fluid handling systems and components. Graco products
move, measure, control, dispense and apply a wide range of fluids and viscous materials used
in vehicle lubrication, commercial and industrial settings.

The company’s success is based on its unwavering commitment to technical excellence, world-class
manufacturing and unparalleled customer service. Working closely with qualified distributors, Graco
offers systems, products and technology that set the quality standard in a wide range of fluid handling
solutions. Graco provides equipment for spray finishing, protective coating, paint circulation, lubrication,
and dispensing sealants and adhesives, along with power application equipment for the contractor
industry. Graco’s ongoing investment in fluid management and control will continue to provide
innovative solutions to a diverse global market.

GRACO LOCATIONS

MAILING ADDRESS

P.O. Box 1441
Minneapolis, MN 55440-1441
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AMERICAS

MINNESOTA

Worldwide Headquarters
Graco Inc.
88 -11th Avenue N.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

EUROPE

BELGIUM

European Headquarters
Graco N.V.
Industrieterrein-Oude Bunders
Slakweidestraat 31
3630 Maasmechelen,
Belgium
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ASIA PACIFIC

AUSTRALIA

Graco Australia Pty Ltd.
Suite 17, 2 Enterprise Drive
Bundoora, Victoria 3083
Australia
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CHINA

Graco Hong Kong Ltd.
Shanghai Representative Office
Building 7
1029 Zhongshan Road South
Huangpu District
Shanghai 200011
The People’s Republic of China
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INDIA

Graco Hong Kong Ltd.
India Liaison Office
Room 432, Augusta Point
Regus Business Centre 53
Golf Course Road
Gurgaon, Haryana
India 122001
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JAPAN

Graco K.K.
1-27-12 Hayabuchi
Tsuzuki-ku
Yokohama City, Japan 2240025
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KOREA

Graco Korea Inc.
Shinhan Bank Building
4th Floor #1599
Gwanyang-Dong, Dongan-Ku,
Anyang-si, Korea 431-060
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SALES/

DISTRIBUTION/

SERVICE

Graco Ohio

Customer Service

800-746-1334

Fax [phone]

Call today for product information or to request a demonstration.

800-996-7576 or visit us at www.graco.com.

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