How to Make Your Brick Making Machine More Durable Through Routine Maintenance

How to Make Your Brick Making Machine More Durable Through Routine Maintenance

A brick making machine is the core of production; its durability directly determines your return on investment and production stability. Besides the quality of the equipment itself, scientific and regular routine maintenance is the most effective and economical way to extend its lifespan and reduce the failure rate.

I. Establish a "Prevention-First" Maintenance Concept

The core of maintenance is not waiting for it to break down before repairing, but rather identifying and eliminating small problems early through regular inspection, cleaning, lubrication, and tightening, preventing them from developing into major failures. Developing daily and weekly maintenance habits is far better than major repairs after a breakdown.

II. Daily Essential "Health Care" Items

Spending 20-30 minutes each day is equivalent to giving the equipment a "health check."

Pre-shift and Post-shift Cleaning: Before starting the machine, clean dust and debris from the machine surface; after stopping, thoroughly clean any residual material from the molds, pressure heads, and feeders to prevent hardening, which can affect the accuracy of subsequent operations and damage seals.

Lubrication of Critical Components: Refer to the equipment lubrication diagram and check the oil cups or oil filling points of each bearing, guide rail, chain, and gear to ensure sufficient lubrication. Especially for high-temperature or heavy-load areas, replenish as required. Remember: Insufficient lubrication is the biggest culprit for bearing wear.

"Auscultation" and "Tactile Examination": After starting the machine, listen to whether the equipment's operating sound is smooth and even, and whether there are any new impact or friction noises. After stopping the machine, under safe conditions, touch the bearing housing and motor housing to check for abnormally high temperatures.

III. Weekly/Regular "Deep Maintenance" Perform more systematic maintenance every weekend or after a certain production cycle.

Comprehensive Inspection and Tightening: Systematically check and tighten all anchor bolts, mold fixing bolts, and connections of all structural components using a wrench. Vibration is a major cause of loose screws, and loose screws will accelerate component damage.

Transmission System Adjustment: Check the tension of the V-belt (it should have moderate elasticity when pressed down). Too loose and it will slip, reducing efficiency; too tight and it will increase the load on the bearings. Check the chain tension and lubrication.

Hydraulic System Inspection (if applicable): Check the hydraulic oil level in the tank and observe the oil color for clarity. If emulsification (whitening) or excessive impurities are present, filter or replace the oil immediately. Check for leaks at the oil pipe joints.

Electrical System Inspection: Clean dust from the control cabinet and check for loose main wiring terminals to prevent overheating due to poor contact.

IV. Special Attention to Vulnerable Components

Molds: These are the fastest-wearing core components. Clean and inspect them for wear and deformation every shift. Apply oil to prevent rust during storage and lay them flat to avoid deformation.

Seals and Filters: Regularly inspect the seals of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Replace any leaks immediately. Replace hydraulic oil and air filters regularly according to the instruction manual. Maintaining clean media is crucial for system longevity.

Maintain Maintenance Records: Keep a simple notebook to record the date, items, replaced parts, and problems found for each maintenance. This helps predict component lifespan and provides a basis for fault analysis.

V. Operating Habits are Also Part of Maintenance

Good operating habits are themselves a form of maintenance.

Uniform material feeding: Avoid overloading or idling the equipment.

Standardized operation: Never allow the equipment to press beyond its capacity or perform any other improper operations.

Smooth operation: Avoid frequent sudden stops and starts.

Summary: Make maintenance a daily routine, making durability a certainty.

Maintaining your equipment is essentially protecting your own investment. Through meticulous daily care, you can significantly reduce unplanned downtime and costly repairs, and maintain the equipment's precision and stability for longer. Remember: every minute and drop of oil spent on maintenance contributes to a longer and more reliable service life for your equipment. Ultimately, your brick-making machine will reward this dedicated care with continuous high-efficiency production and a longer service life.