TERSTARAM (manual) and semi-terstamatique (motorized)

Brick and Tile Presses

Manufacturer
APPRO-TECHNO
24, rue de la Rieze
B-5660 Couvin (Cul-des Sarts)
Belgium
Tel. [..32] 60 - 37 76 71
Tlx. 51622 ap tec b
Fax. [..32] 60 - 37 78 87

Description

The TERSTARAM press is based on the design of "La Medelon", the famous Belgian machine developed at the beginning of the 20th century, which was later successfully manufactured under the names "Stabibloc" and "Landcrete" in different parts of the world. These machines were designed to produce compressed bricks for firing, while the TERSTARAM press is now also well-known as a block press for making unfired compressed earth blocks.

The main advantages of the design are the robust construction, the possibility of using various types of moulds, which take just 15 minutes to change; the mobility of the machine, which can easily be moved by two men; end the good compaction of the bricks, exerting an exceptionally high pressure for a manually operated press with mechanical energy transmission. A recent improvement is the automatic unlocking of the cover and ejection of the compressed bricks.

The TERSTARAM is available in two versions: the standard version with a maximum product size of 29.5 x 14 x 9 cm, and the special version with a broader frame and maximum product size of 40 x 20 x 10 cm.

The SEMI-TERSTAMATIQUE machine is a completely revised version of the "La Majo" press. The machine is a motorized press, supplied either with a 3 hp electric motor or 5 hp diesel engine. An oversized car clutch controls and drives the press.

The machine is designed to withstand intensive and rough use, even under critical climatic conditions, and is easy to maintain with a few tools. A powerful spring in thrust system protects the press against poor quality clays or overfilling of moulds.

Various types of bricks and paving tiles (for air-drying or for firing) can be produced, but no roofing tiles, because the compression is too quick to allow the air to escape from the clay. Special moulds can be made to order up to a maximum size of 40 x 20 x 10 cm. The SEMI-TERSTAMATIQUE is supplied with narrow tables on either side of the mould to facilitate filling the mould and removing the finished products.