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

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