HomeMy Public PortalAbout066-2016 - Tax Abatement - Richmond CastingsCOMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND, INDIANA
ORDINANCE NO.66-2016
A SPECIAL ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF A
STATEMENT OF BENEFITS FOR A PROPERTY OWNER
APPLYING FOR DEDUCTIONS UNDER I.C. 6-1.1-12.1
WHEREAS, Common Council has previously designated eight economic revitalization areas
within the City of Richmond; and
WHEREAS, I.C. 6-1.1-12.1 requires the Common Council as the designating entity to approve
all Statements of Benefits required to be filed by property owners applying for
deductions in assessed valuations for the installation of new manufacturing
equipment, research and development equipment, logistic distribution equipment,
or information technology equipment or for the redevelopment or rehabilitation of
real property; and
WHEREAS, An owner of real property located in an economic revitalization area is entitled to
deductions from the assessed value, pursuant to Indiana law and Richmond City
Ordinance, for a period of any number of years less than or equal to ten (10) years
(i.e. one to ten years); and
WHEREAS, An owner of new manufacturing equipment, research and development
equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or information technology equipment
is also entitled to deductions from the assessed value, pursuant to Indiana law and
Richmond City Ordinance, for a period of any number of years less than or equal
to ten (10) years (i.e. one to ten years); and
WHEREAS, In order for Common Council to approve a Statement of Benefits to allow a
deduction, it must make the following findings, to -wit:
1. That the estimate of value of the redevelopment or rehabilitation, as to real
property, or the estimate of cost of the new manufacturing equipment,
research and development equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or
information technology equipment, as to personal property, is reasonable for
projects of that nature or equipment of that type.
2. That the estimate of number of individuals who will be employed or whose
employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the
proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation, or from the installation of
the new manufacturing equipment, research and development equipment,
logistic distribution equipment, or information technology equipment.
3. That the estimate of annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed
or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result
from the proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation, or from the
installation of the new manufacturing equipment, research and development
equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or information technology
equipment.
4. That any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits
that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed redevelopment or
rehabilitation, or from the installation of the new manufacturing equipment,
research and development equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or
information technology equipment.
5. That the totality of the benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction.
6. That installation of the equipment described in the SB-1 must be completed
within 24 months of the date the ordinance is signed by the designating body.
Further, the abatement is limited to the equipment listed in the SB-1.
7. That a deduction schedule was passed by Common Council pursuant to
Richmond City Ordinance Number 65-2013 and that said deduction schedule
is applicable to the deductions approved along with these findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Common Council of the City of Richmond, Indiana, now
makes the following findings:
1. That the estimate of value of the redevelopment or rehabilitation, as to real
property, or the estimate of cost of the new manufacturing equipment,
research and development equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or
information technology equipment, as to personal property, is reasonable for
projects of that nature or equipment of that type.
2. That the estimate of number of individuals who will be employed or whose
employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the
proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation, or from the installation of
the new manufacturing equipment, research and development equipment,
logistic distribution equipment, or information technology equipment.
3. That the estimate of annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed
or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result
from the proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation, or from the
installation of the new manufacturing equipment, research and development
equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or information technology
equipment.
4. That any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits
that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed redevelopment or
rehabilitation, or from the installation of the new manufacturing equipment,
research and development equipment, logistic distribution equipment, or
information technology equipment.
5. That the totality of the benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction.
6. That installation of the equipment described in the SB-1 must be completed
within 24 months of the date the ordinance is signed by the designating body.
Further, the abatement is limited to the equipment listed in the SB-1.
7. That a deduction schedule was passed by Common Council pursuant to
Richmond City Ordinance Number 65-2013 and that said deduction schedule
is applicable to the deductions approved along with these findings.
NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Common Council of the City of Richmond,
that the following property owner meets the requirements for property tax assessed valuation
deductions, as follows:
MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT - 10 YEARS
Richmond Casting Company
Current Jobs: 28
Jobs Retained: 28
Jobs Created: 0
Estimated New Value: $545,118.00
Dated: November 28, 2016
Passed and adopted this 0 day o 1-7, by the Common Council of the
City of Richmond, Indiana. /
President
ATTESX�,-�-
(Karen Chasteen, IAMC, MMC)
PRESENTED to the Mayor of the City of Richmond, Indiana, this � day of
201-�—, at 9:00 a.m.
(Karen Chasteen, IAMC, MMC)
APPROVED by me, David M. Snow, Mayor of the City of Richmond, Indiana, this
day of 201 i- , at 9:05 a.m.
A
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Form SB-IA
City of Richmond, Indiana
Taxpayer Wage & Benefit Information
Company Name, Address & Contact Person:
The information requested on this supplement to form SB- I must be completed and submitted
along with your SB-1 in order for your tax abatement request to be considered by Richmond
Common Council. Please retain your records and calculations used to arrive at the information
requested on this fomn. It is subject to review as a part of our monitoring process.
14.35 / hour
1. Average hourly wage for existing employees S
2. Average hourly wage for projected new positions $ n/a no addition
3. Average hourly health insurance benefit $ 9.57 / hour
10
1. The length of the abatement you are requesting
(A 1-10 year abatement may be requestedfor real estate improvements and manufacturing equipment)
If purchasing equipment, please attach a list that includes the following:
• brief description of each piece of equipment being purchased
• the projected useful life of each piece of equipment
• the state(s) in which the equipment is being brought into Indiana from if purchasing used
equipment
• the cost of each piece of equipment
• state if the machinery is being purchased or leased
• if the machinery is being leased, provide information from the lease that explains which
party is responsible for paying the property taxes
3. If making real estate improvements, please provide a list that includes the following:
• brief description of the real estate improvement (new construction, rehab, expansion, etc.)
• size of the proposed real estate improvements
• costs of the proposed real estate improvements
DEFINITIONS
1. Average hourly wage for existing employees: for your most recent pay period please provide the
average base wage per hour for all current full time, non -supervisory employees. Do not include the
following groups:
A. part time employees;
B. management, supervisors, foremen, or any other supervisory personnel;
C. owners, stockholders, or partners if they own 26/o or more of the business, and their
family members.
2. Average hourly wage for projected new positions: Use the same definition of employees to be included
as in number one above.
3. Average hourly health insurance benefit: Please provide the current company paid health insurance
benefits provided to hourly employees (as defined above) and family members. Please present in the
form of an hourly rate computed using the annual cost per eligible employee divided by 2080 hours.
(Authorized Signature and Title) (Date)
STATEMENT OF BENEFITS
PERSONAL PROPERTY
State Form 611&1(1111.06)
Prescribed by the Department of Local 43ovammenl Finence
FORM SR•'f / 1>P
PRIVACY NOTICE
The oast and enys�efiSohdWoors
salaryinfomiawn, sp.d2weatbl;the
berinC&irpIs uahbdrsodfttit2ht•.t
d.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1, This stelentan( must be subnrtiled to the body designating the Fconomio RaWafhallon Area prior to the public hearing it the designating body requires
lnfa»lepon item the applkan!!n malting Ns dodslo» obov(tvhe(her to dosignelpe an Bearomla RovkalfzeOortAeea. OlhorMse ihla statement must be submitted
ution
to
dientanNo rotas alitan feehrw(ogy equipment toe Mich the persoe nowmanufadviftn vgiislt s to eiment elm a deduc(1anrrespalch .Projeef� lonent ned,orcommitte t�R Ju)y 1987,
and areas designated aAerJuly 1, 1987, require a STATEMENT OF 9ENEF1Ts. (IC 6-1.1.12.1)
2. Approval of the designating body (City Council. Talm Boami, Coun(yCoundl, eta) must be obtained prior to installation of the nawmanufac(udng equlpmenl
and/orreseomh and development equipment and/or logistical distribution equipment end/orinformatlon technology equipment, BEFORE a doWoffen may
be approved
3. To obtain a deduction, a person must 1710 a cerWad deduction schedule wfth the persona personal property retum on a codified deduction schedule (Fort
103•PRA) with (he lownshfp assessor of the tatsmshlp wham the property la situated. Tho 103 ERA must be pled between March i and May 1ti of the
assessment year to which new manufacturing equipment and/or research and development dquipment and/or, logistical dlstrlbullon equipment and/or
information technology equlpmenl is Instafiad and fully Iunctionar, unless a !ding extensioa has been obtained. A person vAo obtain& a fift extension must
1Na the form behloon March 1 and the extended due date ofghat year.
4. Property owners whose Statement Or Barro/lts was approved altar June 30, 1991, most submit Form CF-f / PP annually to show compliance wflh the
SYarementofeenorrts. (1C8 i.1.12i56j
6. The schedulas established underio 6.1.1-12.1.4.6(d) and (e) apply to equipment lnstafted aAothfoxh i, 2001. For equ/pment installed prior to March 2,
2001, (he schedules and stefules in affect at the 11me shelf continue to apply. (to 6-1.1.03-4.6(0 and (g))
Nameotta>mayer Richmond Casting Company
Address ofWWyer(numbeOrd afree6 aTX stare, and 21poode) i775 Rich Road Richmond, IN 47374
Telephone number
Name orcontact pasoa Ray Gregory
765 935 4090
Resolution number (a)
Name of dosl6nating body
LocaOan of property County ULGF IsAV district numtra
1775 Rich Road Richmond, IN 47374 Wayne
Description of manufacturing a ulpmonl and/or research and development equfpMont ESTIMATED
andlor Information technology equipment, START DATE CONIPLETION DATE
and/or logistical distribution equipment
(use addAlanal sheets If nacessary)
Manufacturing Equipment 12/20/2016 1f912017
Richmond Casting Co. is purchasing and installing a new Hunter molding machine, R A D Pc u1 tent
q
replacing the current machine installed in 2000. This machine makes the green sand mold
In which the molten Iron is poured Into to produce a casting. This purchase will allow Lttglsf Dist Equipment
Richmond Casting Co. to make a more robust mold resulting In a better casting.
IT Equipment
1 •t6WVjRLqqjfflZ1 •
ber salaries Number retained Salades Number additional
Current mum
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,198,638 jan-decl 2016 28 1,180,000 estimated 0
1 ♦ •LVATUM410 awl ♦ • f
MANUFACTURING R 8 D EQUIPMENT LOtl18T DIST IT EQUIPMENT
MOTH: Pursuant to IC e•i.1-12.1-5.1(d) (2) the ENT E 11.111 T
COST of the property Is confidentlei. COOT E � ED COST COST ASSESSED COST ASSESSED
VALUE
CurrenVALUE
t values 118
Plus estimated values of prposadp(olect
Lose values of an r art beln re laced
Not estimated values upon completion of project
too
Estimated solid waslo Converted tmunds) _NIA
Estimated hazardous waste converted (pounds) _N1A
Other D meM'
I reby oe that the representations In this statement are true.
IN Date ex ytwr)
Sigealurd of a repies Ire
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a t^ 0} . t( 2 � Zo l
u
t$ the
We have rovlowed our prior actions rotating to the designation of this economic rovitalization area and find that the applicant
for ee folio genAngeral
standardtations s
adopted in the resolution previously approved by this body. Said resolution. passed under IG 6-1.1.12.1.2,5, provides
authorized under lC 6 t.t •12.1.2,
A. The designated area has been limited to a period of ume not to exceed calendar years' (sea below). The date this designation expires
is
8 , The typo of deduction that is elfovred in the designated area Is limited to. [:I ye s � N o
1. installation of new manufacturing equlpnient;
2, installation ofnewresearch and davelopmenlequlpmenl; ❑Yea No
3, installation of new Whilicoi distribution equlpmonl. Ely es N o
4, installation of new information technotogyequipment, ❑Yes ❑N o
C. The amount of deduction appllcable to new manufacturing equipment Is limited to $ coat with an assessed value of
S
D. The amount of deduction applicable to new researoh and development equipment is limited to S cost
with an assessed value of $E. The amount of deduction applicable to new logistical distribution equipment Is limited to $ cost with an assessed value of
S
p. The amount 61 deduction oppllcablo to new Information technology equipment is limited to S _ coal with an assessed value of
O. Other limitations or conditions (apecttyj'
H. The deduction for now manufacturing equipment and/or now research and development equipment and/or now logistical distribution equipment and/or
new information technology equipment installed and first dalmad eligible for deduction on or after July 1, 2000, is allowed for.
❑ 1 year ❑8 years " For ERAS established prior to July 1, 2000, giUX a
02 years 07 years 6 or 10 year schedule maybe deducted.
03 years ❑8 years
04 years ❑ 9 years
CIS yeam ❑JOyears"
Also
towehaodyfooratioiceNainedoheteentof betsndfind
Wit the estimates and expactations are reasonable and have
dintthe totally osithdeduction sa
Data signed (march, day.
Designated
' H t eddesignating
e ignat in a itmits
to a time
cloy urin whit designated uncle[ C economic r revitalization area, It does not limit Iha length of lure a taxpayer Is
�UNTEpQ
HLM-20
INSTRUCTION: #SI-749
REVISION 2 FEBRUARY 2015
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
The following installation instructions are for Hunter Foundry Machinery Corp HLM-20
Linear Matchplate Molding Machine. Carefully read these instructions and follow them in
the order presented.
Reference is made to recommendations for Sand, Electrical Power, and Compressed Air
Quality. These Quality Parameters are the basis for operating the HLM-20. Providing sub-
standard sand, air or power will affect the final workability or product. Hunter strongly
recommends that these specifications be adhered to.
Before power is applied to the machine, certain checks must be made. For your protection,
DO NOT apply power or attempt to start the machine until the Hunter Service Engineer
arrives. The electrical hookup and grounding should be completed prior to his arrival.
Please reference the enclosed print for dimensions and details of the HLM-20 Linear
Matchplate Molding Machine. These dimensions will be useful in placing the machine.
MOLDING MACHINE WORKING CLEARANCES:
Hatched areas show optimum working clearances for operation and maintenance. Do
not place any equipment or support steel in these areas without consulting Hunter
Foundry Machinery Corp. See the General Arrangement Drawing for full dimensions.
N-- 62-13/16" �Nt 99-7/8"
Throughout these instructions, the term "front" refers to the mold discharge end of the
machine. The terms "right' and 'left" refer to that side of the machine when standing at
the front, looking toward the electrical cabinets.
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Note:
The following dimensions are
approximate heights "as shipped" and
could be useful for clearance while
moving the machine around.
The machine comes on 4" wooden
beams making the machine seven feet
wide as shipped.
STANDARD HAND or OPPOSITE HAND machine:
• On a STANDARD HAND machine, the mold discharges to the operator's left.
• On an OPPOSITE HAND machine, the mold discharges to the operator's
right.
The terms front, back, right, and left references above apply to all machines,
regardless of whether they are standard or opposite hand.
SAND QUALITY RECOMMENDATIONS:
The following tables identify suggested sand quality parameters for the Hunter
Linear Matchplate Molding Machine. These qualities can vary from foundry to
foundry based on individual foundry conditions and products being made, but
should approximate those identified below.
DUCTILEALUMINUM & BRASS GRAY &
SAND PROPERTIES & ADDITIVES MIN. BEST MAX. MIN. BEST M
Moisture % 2.5 2.8 4 2.5 3 4
Methylene Blue Clay % (Active Clay)
5.5
6.7
8
6
7
8
AFS Clay % (Total Clay)
7.5
9
10
8
9
11
Green Strength PSI
14
18
22
18
22
28
Green Strength kPa
90
125
155
125
155
200
Green Strength N/cm2
10
12
16
12
16
20
Compactability %
33
38
45
33
38
45
Permeability Factor
60
80
1 120
1 80
110
160
Of the measured amount of active clay in the table above, the following table
(See next page) identifies the individual percentages of the two primary types of
Bentonite clay suggested for each molding application.
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Notes:
1. The tables above illustrate that Hunter machines can tolerate a wide range
of sand properties, and are intended to be a general guideline. However,
the best castings and the lowest scrap will normally result from maintaining
sand properties in the middle of the ranges indicated.
2. These tables do not include other commonly used sand additives since they
generally do not significantly affect the physical properties or molding
performance of the sand (i.e. coal dust (sea coal), organic materials
(combustibles), cereals or flours, fire clay, lubricating or wetting agents etc.).
3. Values indicated are based on testing a standard AFS 2" specimen. Results
from a metric 50 MM specimen tube (0.8MM smaller) are not significantly
different.
4. For best results, molding sand temperatures should be kept below 50' (C)
(120° (F)).
5. Sample and test new sand and clay before its used. Record and compare
sand test results frequently.
6. AFS recommends addition of
new sand based on the amount
(weight) of metal poured. The
following recommendations are
for weight of new sand per ton
of metal. The recommendation
discounts and ignores the
weight of core sand
incorporated into the mix.
METALTYPE ADDEDSAND
STEEL 500 lbs. (227 Kg)
IRON & BRASS 300 lbs. (136 Kg)
ALUMINUM 100-200 lbs. (45-90 Kg)
7. Mold quality has a direct correlation to sand quality. The better the sand
quality the better the final mold (and component) produced.
8. The removal of tramp metal and core butts, from the sand system, will
lengthen the operating life of the molding machine components, particularly
the drag flask.
Note:
For specific questions regarding sand formulation, contact your sand or Bentonite
dealer.
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ELECTRICAL POWER QUALITY REQUIREMENTS:
Hunter machines use foundry supplied electrical power. Portions of this power
are used for machine control function. Hunter requires, that for proper operation,
incoming foundry power at the machine, conform to the following specifications.
SPECIFICATIONFUNCTION
VOLTAGE +10/-20% from nominal
VARIATION
Brown -outs not more than 3 msec.
120 DB common (Voltage line to ground, Neutral to ground)
NOISE
60 DB differential (Voltage "hot" to ground)
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
_20/+50 C. (+21/+122 F.)
(SEE NOTE, BELOW)
FREQUENCY
+/- 2% HZ ((50HZ) 1 HZ oscillation) ((60HZ) 1.2 HZ oscillation)
SURGE SUPPRESSION
Not more than 6000 Volts
Note:
The PLC and OIU OEMs specify a
maximum operating temperature of
50C (122F). Experience has shown
that if the cabinet temperatures exceed
1150F, the PLC or OIU limit will
probably be exceeded. These
electronics cabinets should be
equipped with the optional cabinet
cooling units if a cabinet routinely
exceeds 46.1 C (1150F) or the foundry
ambient temperatures routinely exceed
37.8 C. (100°F).
The following conditions can damage
sensitive machine control systems
and void the manufacturers warranty,
and prevent Hurter personnel from
helping troubleshoot this
equipment:
Connection from this machine to any
electrical / electronic equipment not
supplied by Hunter unless
specifically directed.
Placement of any non -Hunter
auxiliary equipment in on this
machine and its cabinets without
prior approval from Hunter'
Modification to Wring hardware,
control components, or programs
without consent from Hunter.
Are welding on the system with
power applied to the controls systems.
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PNEUMATIC POWER QUALITY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Hunter machines are provided with an air filter system that removes particulate
material up to 5 microns, and entrained moisture. The amount of moisture
removed is proportional to the amount contained in the supplied air. Hunter
recommends that, for proper operation, air supply specifications include not more
than thirty six (36) % humidity at sixty 600 F. (15.5 C.) and be not less than
eighty-five (85) PSI (5.8 bar) at the machine. In addition, the air supply piping
should be sized to provide sufficient volume. The following table provides
minimums for the machine piping.
MACHINE
PIPE
25 FEET
SIZE
OF
WN
Y4"
(20mm)
tE
3/a"
(20mm)
U-24
Y4"
(20mm)
Hir31ut N
3/a"
(20mm)
Y4"
(20mm)
Note:
HLM and Automatic Core -Setter units must be piped separately to ensure
sufficient air volumes. In the event these units are piped together, contact the
Hunter Service department for pipe size requirements. If piping run, lengths
exceed, 25 ft. (8M.) contact the Hunter Service Department for piping size
requirements. The pipe sizes identified below should deliver the requisite 85 PSI
(5.8 bar.) air at the machine in sufficient quantity.
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HYDRAULIC OIL RECOMMENDATIONS:
Hunter machines are equipped with hydraulic systems that require some minimum
specifications of operations, maintenance and oil quality. These specifications are a
bare minimum.
Approximately 120 gallons (378 L)
• HLM-20 HLM-24
� rac�urt� raa�ueriunoelalE
Approximately 200 gallons (757 L)
Premium Grade hydrocarbon based or synthetic fluid with additives for
wear resistance (zinc additive), high resistance to chemical oxidation,
and rust inhibitors. Hunter does not recommend using Glycol or ester
based fluids.
It is necessary to maintain a minimum viscosity of 150 SSU's at
operating temperature. This minimum viscosity is necessary to provide
proper lubrication to the pump. The pump warranty is void if 150 SSU's
are not maintained.
Since the viscosity of the oil decreases as the operating temperature
increases, it may be necessary to use heavier oil in warmer climates,
and lighter oil in cooler climates.
M
"Too heavy oil" in a cooler climate can cause sluggish machine operation
and excessive warm-up time. If the oil is very thick (above 1000 SSU),
the pump may not be able to draw it from the tank and "cavitation" may
result.
"Cavitation" in a pump will cause extreme wear. It can usually be
detected by an increase in the pump sound level.
Do not operate a "cavitating" pump.
The oil level should be maintained visible on the oil level gauge on the
side of the reservoir. Low oil level will result in "cavitation", causing
excessive pump wear.
Keeping the oil clean is extremely important. in a foundry, since sand is
everywhere, use extra caution when filling the reservoir or opening any
hydraulic line. Add oil from sealed containers only. Add oil to the
system through the add -line on the filter block only.
The oil filter element should be changed at least four (4) times a year, or
at any time, that oil contamination is suspected. The filter element is an
inexpensive item and should be replaced often. (After first 1 to 2 months
of operation and then 4 times each year.) These filter elements should
not be cleaned and reused. The filter element can be opened and
examined. If the filter element is found to contain a large amount of
contaminant, consider oil and filter changes and tank cleaning more
often.
The supplied and preferred filter has a 3-micron element. If filters other
than those supplied by Hunter are used, ensure that the 3-micron
specification is maintained.
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The following list of pre -approved hydraulic oils has been provided for your
convenience. In the event that the foundry wishes to utilize different types of oil,
please call Hunter Service for further recommendations or approval of foundry
suggested oils.
SYNTHETIC
MANUFACTURER
Castrol
FLUIDS
OIL TYPE
TRIBOL 1444
Quaker Oil
Quintolubric 822-300
Houghton
Cosmolubric HF 130
D.A. Stuart
DASCO FR355-3
Exxon
FireXX HF-DU 68
Note:
These synthetic fluids are fire retardant. These fluids are recommended for all
Hunter machines, including mold -handling machines.
MANUFACTURER
Amalie
NON SYNTHETIC FLUIDS
OIL TYPE MANUFACTURER
Ama Oil 300 A Kendall
OIL TYPE
Kenoil R+O A W68
AMOCO
AMOCO A W66
Lubrication Engineers
Monolec 612OA
Ashland
Ultramax AW30
Lubriplate
HO2
Benz
Petra ulic 68
Mobil
DTE 26
BP limited
Energol HLP68
Petro Canada
HLP 68
Castrol
HYSPIN A W-68
Phillips
Magnus A315
Champlin
Hydrol 315
Shell
Tellus 68
Chevron
Chevron Hyd 68
Standard Oil of Ohio
Industron 53
Cities Service
PacemakerXD68
Steelco
7430 Hydraulic Oil
Conoco
Super Hydraulic 68
Sun
Sunvis 868
Exxon
NUTO H68
Texaco
Rando HD 68
Filmite
Industrial 300
Tower
Hydroil A 5
Fiske
Lubriplate HO2
Union
UNAX AW 315
Gulf
Harmony 68A W
Withrow
Withrowlube 657
Houghton
Hydro Drive HP300
Note:
These fluids are Non Fire retardant. These fluids are not recommended for mold
handling units due to the proximity of hydraulic fluid to molten metal.
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:
1. Lift and install the HLM.
a. The platen cylinder is raised & blocked at the point of shipping. The
machine can be removed from the skid and placed on the floor without
the platen cylinder striking the floor.
b. Lift the machine with dependable, sturdy, chains or nylon straps that are
rated well above the weight of the machine (HLM-20 weighs
approximately 11,200 pounds, referring to the sketch below connect the
chains / straps to the four (4) Swivel Lifting Rings located on top of the
upper beam of the main frame.
Note:
This is only a general
starting point. With the
strap in this position, lift the
machine enough to be able
to tell if it will be level. If it
is not level, move the strap
in the direction of the
downward tip of the
machine.
c. Set the machine in
position over the
anchor bolts.
d. Remove all
blocking and
banding except the
platen cylinder
blocks.
e. Level the machine by placing a
good quality spirit level on the
flat area where the platen
cylinder mounts. Leveling bolts
are provided in each of the
mounting pads. Level the
machine both end -to -end and
side -to -side.
f. Anchor the machine after
leveling.
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2. The platen cylinder is raised and
blocked in place for shipment.
Remove the blocking, and lower
the cylinder into position. To do
this; rig a chain hoist through the
cope flask, supporting it from an
acceptable support across the
upper main frame. Then
perform one of the following.
A
DO NOT weld the machine to the floor,
1-beams, etc.
a. Chain around the platen and raise the cylinder enough to remove the
threaded rods and tubes that served as blocking.
b. Remove the platen spacer (upper plate) and insert two eyebolts, and
raise the cylinder enough to remove the threaded rods and tubes that
served as blocking.
C. Lower the platen cylinder it
rests on the main frame.
d. Start the four (4) cylinder
retaining bolts into the main
frame. Securely tighten the
four (4) cylinder retaining
bolts.
ACAUTION!-
Make sure the area beneath the cylinder is
clear of any personnel or tools before
lowering the cylinder.
e. Attach the hoses to the fittings on the top and bottom of the platen
cylinder, as required.
3. Lift the hopper car assembly into place on top of the HLM, if required.
Exercise care to avoid damaging the Linear Voltage Differential Transducer
(LVDT) on the top main frame.
a. The pusher knob must fit inside the push/pull bracket on the rear of the
car.
b. The LVDT magnet should be 1/16" above the LVDT column mounts.
4. Install the bin gate assembly.
a. Lift the bin gate assembly into position on top of the HLM.
Note:
The air cylinders for the bin gate must be on the right side of the HLM.
b. Install and securely tighten the eight (8) bolts that secure the bin gate to
the main frame.
c. Route the air hoses through the hole in the side of the bin gate housing
and connect them to the appropriate fittings by matching the tags.
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5. Fill the hydraulic reservoir.
Note: Locate the hydraulic fluid filler pipe on the manifold return pipe to the
oil filters. (This piping configuration facilitates the new oil to be filtered before
entering the reservoir.) Fill the tank to the "high" mark on the sight glass using a
recommended hydraulic fluid from the enclosed list. Reservoir capacity is
approximately 120 gallons.
Note:
When filling the HLM with hydraulic oil, make sure the filter differential pressure
gauge needle stays in the green area. If it passes into the red, this indicates the
oil fill pressure is too high and the oil is bypassing the filters and going directly to
the tank. Reducing the pressure of the oil being pumped in will correct this
problem.
6. Turn "OFF", then
LOCKOUT / TAGOUT the
air source, and air supply
valve on the machine.
Provide a 3/4" (minimum)
(19MM) air supply to the
shut off valve. Note the
recommendations for Air
Quality in this instruction.
7. Complete the installation of
the sand supply system.
Note the requirement for a
surge hopper directly
above the HLM. Complete
the installation of the sand
system controls.
8. Locate a normally open
contact on the high level
probe of the sand level
switch. Refer to the
AC/DC wiring diagram;
look for an input card
showing the wiring for
SLS-1, and wire as shown.
9. Install the surge hopper
vibrator (supplied)
a. Install the vibrator
b. Route hose from the
machine to the vibrator
and install
Sand feeder ft cLaAomer) - positioned so sand
wid fall info the oerier of the Bin Gate, mirdm¢ing
uneven 6M problems. Keep the distance that the
sard muAfA to a minimum to reduce paddng.
Aerator
Sand level Switch High Probe
(by customer) - tums'OFF" bet
Sand Level Switch Low Probe
r �(by customer) - turns.'ON" belt
From Power
On Terminal
,lam
Surge Hopper (by customer) -
avoid slanting wall,
vertical walla work best
Recommended material:
Stairde se. Steel
To Input
0
LS-1
A C rUTIN
Do not apply power to the machine
until the Hunter Service Engineer has
performed his pre -start up inspection.
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10. Turn "OFF", then LOCKOUT / TAGOUT the electrical disconnect on the
machine. Turn "OFF", then LOCKOUT / TAGOUT the power at its source.
Check the machine incoming power leads "dead".
11. If the molding machine is being mated to a Hunter mold -handling unit built
after 2000, locate the leads to the mold handler from the guard proximity
interlock and wire in.
12. This proximity switch stops the board return from delivering boards if the
board stacker guard is removed.
13. For the safety of the operator, if the mold handler is a Hunter made before
2000 or a competitor made unit, it is recommended that provision be made to
accept this feature
14. Connect electrical service to the disconnect switch in the high voltage
electrical cabinet. Normally circuitry is provided for 480VAC 3 phase 60HZ.
Machines intended for use outside North America may be equipped
differently, consult the sales agreement. Note the recommendations for
Power Quality in this instruction.
15. Grounding of the machine is
essential for its proper operation
and operator safety. Electronic
systems can exhibit erratic
behavior or fail if the machine is
not properly grounded.
Failure to properly ground the
machine can cause
personal injury or death.
Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation requires that all equipment be grounded
prior to application of power to that equipment. Hunter Service Engineers will not
work on new or existing equipment installations that have not been properly
grounded. If the machine is operated without proper grounding, the Hunter
factory warranty will be considered null and void, and all costs incurred during
repair of said equipment will be at the customer's expense.
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Ground the unit in according to
National Electric Code (NEC)
Specifications, specifically:
One #6 green insulated wire
connecting from the ground
terminal in the High Voltage
panel to the facility ground
source
If the foundry cannot comply with
these grounding requirements,
contact the Hunter Service
Department for assistance.
The NEC requires the isolated
ground to be run
"...with the supply conductors..."
(This means, in the same conduit.)
Isolated ground should run with
supply conductors, back to the
power source (main panel or
supply transformer).
• Leave the machine LOCKED OUT and TAGGED OUT until the installation
engineer arrives.
Complete the installation of the mold take -away equipment. The HLM-10
discharges a mold at a nominal height of 42 15/16" (1090.6 mm) above the base
of the machine. In all cases, the mold take -away equipment must be mounted to
allow at least 1/2" (12.7 mm) of adjustment, both up and down, from the 42 15/16"
(1090.6 mm) dimension.
Depending on the installation, one of the following will apply:
A new molding machine being installed with a new Hunter Mold Handler:
The conveyor -mounting frame is bolted to the main frame of the molding
machine. This mounting frame has height adjustment screws and jam nuts
mounted at the mounting points.
A new molding machine being installed to customer's existing mold take-
away equipment. In this instance suitable mountings and adjustment,
methods must be devised, by the customer, to suit the equipment being
used. Keep in mind the requirement that the height of the conveyor (from
the base of the machine to the tops of the rollers) must be adjustable
between 42 7/16" (1077.9 mm) and 43 7/16" (1103.3 mm). Please contact
the Hunter Sales or Service departments for assistance or information
regarding machine compatibility.
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PRE -COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST
When a Hunter Service Engineer arrives to commission a molding machine,
certain items on this list must be completed before commissioning. These items
fall into two categories:
CATEGORY 1: Items that should be completed before the service engineer
arrives
CATEGORY 2: Items that must be completed before the machine is
operated
Please refer to the Pre -Commissioning checklist enclosed with these
instructions.
NOTE:
"CATEGORY 1" items on the pre -commissioning checklist should be
completed before the service engineer arrives in order that he may utilize
his time in your plant to your maximum advantage. If the installation is
delayed, the engineer's time may be extended and extra cost incurred.
The things the commissioning service engineer should accomplish include.-
1 . Adjust the machine to run most efficiently with your sand.
2. Make as many molds as possible during the time he is there.
3. Train and instruct your personnel in the operation, maintenance, and
troubleshooting of the machine.
4. Make suggestions or answer questions, regarding the HLM and associated
components and systems, in order to make your operation as productive as
possible.
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ACCESSORIES KIT:
Arriving with the machine were items or components that are with, but not actually
part of the machine. Some are needed during the normal operation of the
machine while others are setup dependant. These items should be identified as
contingent items and safeguarded. These include:
• Two (2) WAGO wire insertion tools
Two to Four (2-4) Light curtain test devices
• One (1) Squeeze board wrench
• One (1) Set of keys for the cabinetry (one set should have arrived under
separate cover.
• One (1) Key to the Maintenance bypass switch
• Several keys to the Human Machine Interface (HMI)
HUNTER
SERVICE DEPT.
FOUNDRY MACHINERY CORP.
($47) 397-5100
PARTS DEPT.
(847) 397 5111
AFTER HOURS
(847) 397-5100
FAX:
(847) 303-6717
WEBSITE
www.hunterfoundry.com
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