There six standard interchangeable components that can be used with the Quick Change Rail System. The image to the right shows that actual Quick Change Rails with part deflectors. All components attach to this guide, which mounts under the press. The image to the left shows a Low Profile Conveyor attached to the rail system. Click here for a quote form or visit our Forms Library.
Quick Change Rail Mounting Package
The quick change mounting packages consist of pre-engineered kits of proprietary extruded aluminum and stainless steel components. These kits are designed to provide a simple and effective method of supporting the hoppers and other pieces of equipment from the frame of the customer’s Injection Molding Machine. MAC Automation currently offers two different size kits designed for the end user to custom fit.

QCRA1: Quick Change Rail Attachment. This package includes (1) 84” length of 1.5” square extrusion, (1) 84” length of a proprietary “ J “ shaped extrusion,
(4) stainless steel mounting brackets, (4) tensioning knobs with threaded studs and miscellaneous mounting hardware. This kit number is designed for a press up to 36” deep. End-user is to cut to fit for each separate application. Please note that a minimum of 3” of extrusion should protrude out on each side of press for proper mounting hardware spacing.

QCRA2: Quick Change Rail Attachment: This package includes (1) 108” length of 1.5” square extrusion, (1) 108” length of a proprietary “ J “ shaped extrusion, (4) stainless steel mounting brackets, (4) tensioning knobs with threaded studs and miscellaneous mounting hardware. This kit number is designed for a press up to 48” deep. End-user is to cut to fit for each separate application. Please note that a minimum of 3” of extrusion should protrude out on each side of press for proper mounting hardware spacing.
The Low Profile Aluminum (LPA) Conveyor
The Low Profile Aluminum (LPA) Conveyor is the most common component used with the Quick Change Rail System and is mainly used for lightweight finished part applications. This conveyor is ideally suited for under-the-press application of small to medium sized injection molding machines, general purpose light weight parts. Click here to learn more about LPA Conveyors.
Parts Blowing System
The Quick Change Hopper Assemblies are designed to hang from the Quick Change Rail Attachments (QCRA) above. Their purpose is to funnel the plastic parts upon ejection into the Take-Off Assembly, which will then funnel the parts into the air conveyor. MAC Automation currently offers three different sizes of Hopper Assemblies. The hoppers are constructed of 304 Stainless Steel. Independent support stands are available if hanging hopper from the press is not possible or desirable. Click here to learm more about our Airveying Systems.
Parts Vacuum System
The Quick Change Hopper Assemblies are designed to hang from the Quick Change Rail Attachments (QCRA) above. Their purpose is to funnel the plastic parts upon ejection into the Take-Off Assembly, which will then funnel the parts into the air conveyor. MAC Automation currently offers three different sizes of Hopper Assemblies. The hoppers are constructed of 304 Stainless Steel. Independent support stands are available if hanging hopper from the press is not possible or desirable. Click here to learm more about our Airveying Systems.
Front Rear Sorter
Quick Change Rail S1 - The quick change rail S1 type is also either a square or rectangular stainless steel housing with an internal pivoting tray actuated by a pneumatic air cylinder positioned either under the internal tray, or alongside the housing. This unit is typically supported by an optional QCRA1 or QCRA2 quick change rail attachment kit for either press depths up to 36” or 48” deep. This style allows the rail attachments to support the load and provides for an easy install, removal or movement process. An air control kit consisting of a ready to mount plate supporting a solenoid valve with filter and regulator/gauge and ¼” air hose from air valve to cylinder is included. Optional chute extensions in standardized lengths are available to add to the housing on either side to aid in part discharge. Many other options are available – please inquire. Click here to learn more about our sorters and diverters.
Stainless Steel Parts Containment Chute
Like the Soft Chute Guideskirt, this Stainless Steel Parts Containment Chute transfers molded parts by gravity from under the machine to a conveyor or container. It comes with a Lexan top.
Parts Drop Tray
Our Parts Drop Trays are a simple and easy way to collect parts from the mold. The tray works in conjuction with our Tapered, Delayed Drop and Straight Guideskirts. Click here for more information about Guideskirts.
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