Fomtec FT-CM Central Turret Multi-Color & Multi-Material Vertical Injection Molding Machine

— Redefining Multi-Color & Multi-Material Production

💡 Revolutionary Design Concept: From "Production Line" to "U‑Shaped Cell"

Traditional multi‑color production requires multiple injection molding machines and workers moving parts between stations — time‑consuming, labor‑intensive, and costly.

The Fomtec FT‑CM series draws inspiration from the "U‑shaped production line" concept in lean manufacturing. It integrates the functions of multiple independent machines into a single compact "production island" through a central turret. The machine uses standard molds, eliminating the need for expensive specialized molds — significantly lowering investment thresholds and risks.

⚙️ Core Technical Advantages Explained in Detail

🎯 1. Central Turret System – The Core Platform

The heart of the system is a liftable, rotatable "cross‑shaped" central turret. It precisely transfers cores or semi‑finished products between different stations, automatically linking each production step.

• Rotation is driven by a high‑precision planetary gear reducer and special piston positioning device for fast, accurate indexing.

• Lifting is precisely controlled by linear displacement sensors (electronic scales) , ensuring consistent and stable transfer accuracy.

🧩 2. Modular Design – Multiple Injection Units

The FT‑CM series features a modular design allowing flexible selection of 2 or more high‑efficiency, stable injection units based on product requirements. For example, it can be equipped with two completely independent injection units (e.g., FT‑800‑2CM, 80‑ton model) for one‑shot two‑color / two‑material molding.

🔒 3. Direct‑Pressure Clamping – Independent Cylinders, Mold Protection

Each injection station is equipped with a dedicated clamping cylinder providing independent clamping force. This ensures uniform and stable clamping force at each station, effectively extending mold service life and protecting your valuable tooling investment.

🤖 4. Intelligent Electrical Control System

The system integrates multiple robotic arm operations, laying the foundation for fully automated production. The turret movement is precisely controlled by linear displacement sensors, ensuring extremely high operational accuracy and stability.

📊 Efficiency Revolution: Real‑World Data & Case Study

The FT‑CM series has been validated in actual production. The first pilot machine has been in operation at a major tool manufacturer in Hangzhou for producing two‑color plier handles. Here are the revolutionary efficiency improvements:

Source: Fomtec official production data from a Hangzhou-based major tool manufacturer.

📈 Applications & Future Scalability

The FT‑CM series is ideal for complex parts requiring multiple injection steps, such as two‑color or multi‑color tool handles, screwdrivers, pliers, smartphone cases, and more.

• Standard configuration: 4‑station two‑color setup

• Flexible upgrades: Can be upgraded to 6‑station or 8‑station configurations to meet more complex processes or higher output requirements.

💎 Summary

The Fomtec FT‑CM series injection molding machine – through simplified molds, integrated automation, a high‑precision central turret, modular injection units, and reliable direct‑pressure clamping – has elevated multi‑color and multi‑material production to a new level of efficiency. It dramatically shortens cycle times, saves labor, and provides a stable, efficient, low‑risk production solution for multi‑color products.

📌 One‑Sentence Summary

Fomtec FT‑CM central turret machine – simplifies molds, integrates automation, precise turret transfer, modular injection units – redefining multi‑color & multi‑material efficiency.

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