TP Series

DKM-TP Series — Two-Platen Injection Molding Machines (600-4000 Tons)

With original Italian technology, DKM is among the top 3 brands in the world in the field of high precision two-platen injection molding machines. The DKM-TP series is a latest generation solution that redefines precision, efficiency and reliability in plastics production.

General Specifications

Two-Platen Design

Unlike conventional machines, the two-platen design makes the distribution of the clamping force superior; it provides precision and stability. The rigid and balanced structure minimizes warpage and distortion and produces high quality parts.

Clamping Unit

Designed for optimum performance and efficiency, the clamping unit offers a precise and strong closing force. The advanced control system allows the parameters to be adjusted easily.

High Performance Motor & Injection Unit

• High performance servo motors — fast and precise movement
• A wide range of injection capacity — flexibility in producing large and small parts
• Precise control of temperature, pressure and injection speed
• Short cycle time, high efficiency

Advanced Control System

A user-friendly interface, real-time parameter adjustment, data recording and analysis for process optimization.

Safety

A safe working environment with comprehensive safety guards, emergency stop buttons and automatic fault detection systems.

Fields of Application

• Automotive parts
• Packaging and food containers
• Electronic housings
• White goods components
• Industrial plastic parts

Why DKM?

DKM makes a difference in the sector not only with its superior machines but also with the comprehensive service and technical support it offers its customers. With installation, training, maintenance and spare part support, we maximize the value of your investment.

If your mold stays below 600 tons, you may not need a two-platen structure. Looking at the complete range of injection molding machine series and moving down to a more suitable tonnage lowers the investment noticeably.

What a two-platen structure brings

In toggle systems the clamping mechanism takes up considerable space at the back of the machine. In a two-platen structure that section does not exist; for the same mold size a shorter machine length and a wider opening stroke are obtained.

On large and deep molds this is decisive. The opening stroke required for the part to come out of the mold would demand a much larger body on a toggle machine — and that means both investment and floor space.

What to check at this tonnage

Above 600 tons the selection does not end with the clamping force. What has to be checked:

• Maximum mold weight — the load the platen can carry
• Maximum and minimum mold height — your mold has to fall within this range
• Tie-bar distance — the mold has to pass between the tie bars
• Opening stroke — at least twice the depth of the part is required
• Number of heating zones — on multi-cavity molds with a hot runner

Platen parallelism

At high tonnage a parallelism deviation between the mold faces appears as flash on one edge of the parting line and a short shot on the other. The hydraulic locking system is designed to maintain this parallelism.

If you are below 600 tons

A two-platen structure may not be necessary; the other series are both faster and more economical.