When purchasing a small brick making machine: In addition to price, you should also pay attention to these durability details

When purchasing a small brick making machine: In addition to price, you should also pay attention to these durability details

When purchasing a small brick making machine, price is certainly important, but the durability of the machine directly determines long-term production costs and return on investment. A machine with a low price but a thin structure may break down frequently during production and cause high maintenance costs, which is not worth the gain. To judge whether it is "durable", it is important to pay attention to the following core physical details.

1. Look at the “skeleton”: fuselage structure and steel

The rack is the foundation that withstands all stress and must be "strong" enough.

Key observations:

Steel Plate Thickness: Don’t just look at the bright paint. Pay attention to the actual thickness of the steel plates used in the main load-bearing frames (such as four columns and beams). You can feel it by tapping it with your hand. The thick steel plate has a dull sound, while the thin one has a hollow sound. Solid materials are the first prerequisite for durability.

Welding process: Check whether the welds in key parts are full, uniform, and continuous, and whether there are missing welds, false welds, or obvious welding slag. Rough welding joints are prone to cracking under long-term vibration.

Overall rigidity: Try to push or shake the machine by hand (if it is safe and allowed) to feel whether the overall rigidity is stable and whether there is any obvious shaking or loose feeling. A good machine should be like a solid piece of cast iron.

2. Examine the “heart”: power and transmission system

This is the power source of the machine, and its reliability is crucial.

For hydraulic models (common):

Check the hydraulic system: observe whether there are any signs of leakage at the oil tank, oil cylinder, and oil pipe joints. Ask about the brands of hydraulic pumps and major valves. Well-known brands are usually more reliable.

Listen to the operating sound: If conditions permit, watch the machine running without load. The working sound of the hydraulic system should be smooth and even, without sharp noise or violent vibration.

For vibration or mechanical models:

Check the vibration motor or transmission mechanism: Understand the brand and protection level of core components (such as vibration motor, bearings, gears). Good components last longer and operate more stably.

3. Check the “teeth”: mold and core stress-bearing parts

The mold and the indenter are the components that directly confront the material and suffer the most severe wear. Their quality determines the quality of the bricks and their lifespan.

Mold:

Look at the material: High-quality molds are usually made of high-hardness, wear-resistant alloy steel and heat-treated. You can ask for the material label (such as Cr12MoV, etc.).

Look at the workmanship: Check whether the mold cavity is smooth, with sharp edges and corners, and the processing accuracy is high. Rough molds not only produce poor brick quality, but are also prone to material sticking and wear.

Pressure head, guide column:

These parts require extremely high hardness and smoothness. Check whether the surface has been hardened and whether it is not easy to wear or deform during repeated movements.

4. Examine “joints”: connection and lubrication design

The life of a machine largely depends on whether the "joints" are durable and easy to maintain.

Key connecting parts: Check key movable connecting parts such as bearing seats, pins, connecting rods, etc. to see if they use standard models of high-quality bearings and pins instead of inferior substitutes.

Lubrication system: Check whether the points that require daily lubrication (such as bearing grease nozzles and guide rails) are reasonably designed and easy to access. Good lubrication is the blood that reduces wear and ensures long-term smooth operation.

5. Ask about the “return”: technical support and spare parts supply

No matter how good the machine is, it still needs maintenance, and reliable after-sales support is an extended guarantee of durability.

Technical information: Regular manufacturers should provide clear and complete Chinese instruction manuals and parts atlases to facilitate your understanding and maintenance of the equipment.

Accessories supply: this is a top priority! Be sure to ask clearly: Are wearing parts (such as seals, molds, hydraulic oil filters) easy to purchase? Is the price reasonable? If parts are hard to find or expensive, a problem with the machine could put it out of action for a long time.

Service network: Find out whether the manufacturer or dealer has reliable technical service points or cooperative maintenance personnel in your area.

In summary, when purchasing a brick making machine, please look away from the simple price tag and conduct an "in-depth physical examination":

Feel the thickness of the steel and the firmness of the welding with your own hands, pay attention to the brand and condition of the power system, carefully check the material and workmanship of wearing parts such as molds, examine whether daily maintenance is convenient, and finally verify whether the after-sales and accessories channels are smooth.

Although these details are not directly reflected in the initial quotation, they together constitute the true "value" and "cost of use" of the machine. A machine that excels in these aspects is a reliable partner that can create stable profits for you in the long term.