Behlen Valve Operated Joiner

Single motor and pump with valves to operate the press.

Hydraulic valve circuit has three positions:

• Loop position, oil is circulated from reservoir through the pump and back to reservoir
• Close position, oil is directed to the cylinders to close the press
• Open position, oil is pumped out of the cyclinders back to the reservoir

Advantages of the Valve Operated Joiner:

• Electrical demands are reduced
  
  • Inrush current during plug reversing is eliminated
  • Amperage peaks are reduced
  • Load to the motor starter is reduced
• A soft start can be used for the first few seconds of the cycle
• A standard NEMA or IEC motors are used
• Smaller breakers and line wires can be utilized
• The press can be jogged without adding stress to the motor
• A timer shuts the motor off a few seconds after the stitich is made, thereby reducing energy use
• A PLC interface is available