Brown’s Quad Series thermoformer is the ultimate in brute-strength and production output. The Quad Series combines high-tonnage coining technology with traditional thermoforming processes to produce highly-detailed parts. It delivers 180 tons of coining force and 260 tons of holding force, so no matter the material type or depth of draw the Quad Series will create consistent, products with the utmost detail.

The girth of the steel in the , servo-driven platens, heavy-duty drive assemblies and bearings all work together to withstand immense force with virtually no deflection across a mold area up to 64 by 64 inches. The Quad Series offers many other unique innovations such as Brown’s patented Servo Plug Drive which helps to improve material distribution within your product allowing you to pack all rows and reduce waste.

Partner the Quad Series former, LS-Series trim press, NAS automation and tooling from Brown Machine Group for an unparalleled, integrated turnkey solution.

Brown's CS-Series thermoformer is a fast, flexible, entry-level workhorse that is easily capable of running a multitude of products and materials. The CS can be configured with basic standard features, or with an infinite array of options including deep or shallow draw, making it a perfect fit for products such as cups, lids, plates and trays. Whether your schedule demands short runs or long runs, no matter the product, you can be assured the CS-Series will provide you with years of service at peak performance.

The B-Series is a pellet-to-product thermoforming system designed to produce hundreds of thousands of parts per hour while saving energy and operating costs at the same time.

The direct extrusion Brown B-Series hot-sheet thermoformer offers many advantages over traditional pellet-to-product inline systems. For example, instead of a four or five-stop oven, the B-Series only requires a two-stop oven because the integrated roll stack helps maintain the material core temperature and keep it close to forming temperature. This design cuts oven energy consumption by more than half, and also eliminates the need and cost for a separate roll stand.

This Series demonstrates Brown’s ongoing commitment to helping customers improve manufacturing sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. In addition to thermoforming equipment, Brown Machine Group specializes in providing complete turnkey pellet-to-product systems including blending, extrusion, tooling, temperature control, granulation and product handling systems.

The SRS-Series is a servo-driven thermoformer and trim station in one  that is perfect for point-of-purchase blister packs, medical trays and food packaging. The servo-drive systems for both form and trim stations act independently but work together so the SRS can be quickly dialed in to meet your exact production requirements. In addition, tooling is easy to change, making the SRS a great choice for fast changeovers. The patented servo-trim actuation provides exact repeatable trim positioning and force which helps extend die life and reduce your tooling costs.

Choose the Quad Series option for the form and trim stations on your SRS and take your production to the next level. The coining technology combined with the servo-drive system allows you to produce parts with greater detail and consistency regardless of the material type.

The FM-Series offers high speed, economical and reliable performance with an infinite array of options for a variety of forming applications. Two moving platens (top and bottom) guided on precision linear bearings allow parts to be formed up or down as required, optimizing material distribution and part weight reduction. The FM-Series features powerful and precise servo platen drives and is available in a wide range of sizes and configurations including shallow or deep draw.

The Lyle 200-Series is the industry standard for forming CPET products that require a high tonnage two-stage forming process. The dual stage valve package provides independent control of the two-stage forming process and can be configured through the PLC to operate in conventional mode for non-CPET applications, such as PS, PET, PP and more. The unique twin station design also allows for extended mold lengths when running commonly used plastic materials for high production runs. The heavy-duty servo-driven twin forming station is designed to ensure precise, well-defined parts for difficult-to-form materials while optimizing your process window.

Brown LS trim press sets the industry standard for speed, accuracy and flexibility. Properly equipped, the LS press will consistently run at speeds of up to 165 CPM. In addition to speed, the servo-driven LS press is configured to slow down to eject and speed up to sync with the cycle time of the thermoformer. This functionality is necessary to incorporate downstream automation and maximize your output. With the quick-change tool mode and drop-away arm features on the Elite Series, changeovers are easily achieved and can be made in 30 minutes or less. Speed, flexibility and automation compatibility all add up to the highest performing trim press on the market.

Partner the LS-Series trim press, Quad Series former, NAS automation and tooling from Brown Machine Group for an unparalleled, integrated turnkey solution.

T-Series Horizontal Trim Press is the industry standard multipurpose press equipped with a multitude of cutting edge features to achieve precise trimming, longer tool life, ease of maintenance and faster changeover times. T-Series Models incorporate precision timed flywheels to the main drive shaft for optimum platen parallelism. The Brown T-Series press offers linear bearings for longer wear life. A side load feature allows tools to be changed from either side which is faster and provides greater plant layout flexibility now and in the future. See the reverse side for sizes and options of these three models:

L – Entry level horizontal trim press – strong consistent performer

LP – Extended platen height with progressive trim promotes increased die life

LDP – Increased platen height combined with extended stroke, ideal for deep draw applications

The Brown V and VP model trim presses are vertical acting, matched l punch and die presses. Servo systems control the main drive, feed system, treadle motion, ejector and product lift table which results in high-speed, precise trimming, accurate counting and integrated product handling. The vertical set-up is ideal for parts that don’t stack as well horizontally and fulfills all your pre-punching needs. Both models include side load tool capabilities, and quick-change features within both the treadle and platen areas. Each trim press is designed, engineered, and built for maximum durability and service life, so you can Run with Confidence!

The P2-Series horizontal trim press offers high-speed trim operations and a multitude of features to achieve trim accuracy, extended tool life and ease of maintenance. This versatile trim press is used to trim a wide variety of parts, from shallow to deep draw and from virtually any plastic material. The servo feed system provides accurate positioning while the press is in operation and is controlled through the PLC. The P2-Series comes standard with linear bearings promoting extended tool life and side load capabilities for quick and easy changeover of your trim tooling. You can expect years of service and dependability from this rugged trim press.

Brown offers the most advanced and reliable multi-station rotary equipment on the market. The R-Series is ideal for large products made with heavy gauge materials. The rotary system achieves higher production output by loading, heating, forming and unloading simultaneously. Brown provides the ultimate direct drive and closed-loop motion-controlled platen systems, this insures precise and reliable platen parallelism for superior stable process performance. Combined with energy efficient infrared ovens and the latest quick-change features, Brown delivers unsurpassed durability, longevity and return on your investment.

The PV and PVT-Series vertical trim press is a versatile machine that can be used for pre-punching, scoring, or final trim applications. The vertical set-up is perfect for parts that don’t stack as well horizontally, and provides the added benefit of accurate counting and product handling. The unique servo-driven nip feed ensures accuracy and properly locates parts for trimming while the pull-down trim design enables the press to handle the heaviest cutting requirements. Combined with quick tool change capabilities and PLC control of all functions, the PV-Series trim press delivers precision and efficiency, so you can Run with Confidence!

Rotary systems are an excellent choice for forming large products with heavy-gauge materials for high-production needs. The Brown RP-Series adds pressure to the rotary vacuum process giving you the ability to achieve greater product detail. In addition to the variety of standard vacuum forming processing techniques, the Brown RP is equipped with the strongest platen structures in the industry. The superior deflection rating makes it possible to run high-tonnage applications such as twin-sheet forming and in-mold trimming. The machines utilize the latest open architecture programming, non-proprietary hardware and incorporate the highest quality readily available components. The Brown RP-Series is built stronger to last longer, giving you a competitive edge in your industry.

Brown offers lip rollers for product diameters ranging from 1.75 inches (44mm) up to 11 inches (280mm) which operate at peak speeds up to 3,500 parts per minute. So, no matter what your application, we have a solution for you. As you expect from Brown, our lip rollers are designed to safely maximize production and minimize downtime. For example, the LR-2020S is designed with servo drives controlled through the HMI allowing recipe storage for your range of products. Furthermore, the machine is easily adapted for left- or right-hand operation providing additional flexibility for your plant layout.

Since you spend less time maintaining, you’ll get more production.

Brown offers the most advanced and reliable multi-station shuttle equipment on the market ideal for shorter runs and frequent changeovers. The SV-Series is ideal for large products made with heavy gauge materials. The shuttle car indexes material through the process by loading, heating, forming and unloading sequentially. Brown provides the ultimate direct drive and closed-loop motion-controlled platen systems, this insures precise and reliable platen parallelism for superior stable process performance. Combined with energy efficient infrared ovens and the latest quick-change features, Brown delivers unsurpassed durability, longevity and return on your investment.

Pre-Heater Ovens allow material to expand naturally prior to entering the pin chain of the thermoformer, eliminating distortion within the sheet and reducing sag. Our Pre-Heater Ovens are designed to utilize minimal floor space when positioned at the infeed end of the thermoformer and are equipped with a variety of user friendly features.

An easy, straight-through sheet thread design with variable speed rollers moves the sheet vertically through the oven. This promotes even heating from both sides and synchronizes the heated material with the thermoformer. A quartz panel oven with multiple control zones provides precise heating of the right, center and left sides of the sheet. The oven is mounted on a roll away carriage for thread-up, maintenance and the ability to remove the heat source, making our Pre-Heater Ovens a complete stand-alone solution.

Shuttle systems are an excellent choice for forming large products with heavy-gauge materials, ideal for shorter runs and frequent changeovers. The Brown SP-Series adds pressure to the shuttle vacuum process giving you the ability to achieve greater product detail. In addition to the variety of standard vacuum forming processing techniques, the Brown SP is equipped with the strongest platen structures in the industry. The superior deflection rating makes it possible to run high-tonnage applications such as twin-sheet forming and in-mold trimming. The machines utilize the latest open architecture programming, non-proprietary hardware and incorporate the highest quality readily available components. The Brown SP-Series is built stronger to last longer, giving you a competitive edge in your industry.

The addition of a cutoff system eliminates the need for operators to physically hand-cut sheet material with a knife, which promotes operator safety. In addition to safety, the system produces a straight cut, so startup is faster when introducing sheet to the infeed of your trim press. The Brown cutoff system can be located at either end of any brand of thermoformer, and can be integrated as an option on new equipment or purchased as a stand-alone machine. As with all Brown equipment, the cutoff system is designed to run with the greatest efficiency, and built to provide you years of service.

Smart Control is Brown’s integrated intelligence control software which enables the machine to monitor system performance, notify operators of out-of-range operation, automatically makes critical machine adjustments, and communicate preventative maintenance needs.

The Brown Servo Ejector Unit provides more production flexibility for thermoformers. Changes can be made to the ejection parameters through the HMI on the fly without having to shut the machine down, and product trimming can function in three different modes of operation.

The unit allows you to:

Short eject product on every stroke to remove the product from the trim die, or

Short eject product on every stroke with an additional swing through long ejection for counter capabilities, or

Swing through long eject product only for high speed applications with counter capabilities.

Parameter changes for acceleration, deceleration and ejection length are made at the operator interface. The long stroke method allows the machine to eject parts in stacks of a preset quantity, eliminating the need for a separate handling operation. Two platen-mounted linear bearing assemblies guide the unit for smooth actuation. Segen cylinders are available within the ejector platen to facilitate quick change.

This fire protection system is available for retrofit on all Brown ovens and can also be retrofit to many other brands of single-station cut sheet machinery.

Located in the bottom ovens, the system incorporates Teflon® sheet curtains to help reduce the chance of oven damage or an accidental fire. During an emergency stop condition or power outage, the curtain automatically deploys between the sheet and the heating elements. The curtain decreases the chance of melted debris from coming in contact with the oven’s heating elements and protects them from damage.
In the event excessive sheet sag occurs during thermoforming, an independent safety sag eye automatically shuts the oven down, activates the curtain, and an air jet cools the sheet.

Upgrade existing Brown Rotary Thermoformers with “Push” or “Push/Pull” Rotate Systems to the “state of the art” smooth and positive Electric Gear Rotate System. Successfully installed in applications with 18′ to 50′ wheel diameters and generating rotate speeds as low as 4 seconds, the main features of this system are accuracy, reliability, speed and positive rimlock.

The wheel is indexed utilizing a bull gear mounted on a slewring bearing for precise and stable indexing of the wheel and driven with a gearmotor. The rotate gear is positioned directly under the wheel eliminating center shaft windup resulting in an exceptionally accurate wheel position. Fast acceleration, speed and deceleration of the rotate profile are controlled through the Variable Frequency Drive that is programmed to maximize speed and precision while eliminating wheel shake and shudder. The wheel is additionally supported by perimeter wheel supports and an integral brake within the gearmotor will stop the wheel in the event of an “E-Stop”.

The wheel is registered in place by either a single or dual “Shot-Pin” holding system located at the end of the form station for positive rimlock.

This new leading edge, fast, light weight clamp  system gives you all the latest in four-way adjustable clamp  technology. The AL90 has the ability to move a short section, as small as 6” to an inventory position without removing it from the  section, eliminating the need for additional short bars.

The use of quick release pins, Telespar tubing, high temperature Teflon® hose and push-loc quick disconnects allows for tool-less  changes. These features make the AL90 the easiest, most versatile design in the industry, decreasing the clamp  change-over time to a fraction of the time. The wide mouth opening for easier positioning of the sheet, coupled with the ribbed edge design and optimum holding force, gives the ability to run minimal offal (3/8″ to 1 1/2″) depending on your process requirements. The aluminum construction allows the system to absorb and dissipate heat faster than traditional systems and decreases the overall weight.

The FMT-Series offers versatility and performance with rugged, reliable thermoform and trim capabilities in one ideal for point-of-purchase blister packs, medical trays and food packaging. Powerful and precise servo platen drives, roll unwind, oven, form station, steel-rule die trim station and scrap winder make these machines a perfect choice for the custom former. In addition, tooling is easy to change, making the FMT a great choice for fast changeovers.

The LabForm is ideal for evaluating the form, fit and function of your products prior to tool production, as well as producing samples for market tests. The high pressure and vacuum forming process allows you to obtain desired distribution characteristics replicating your full-scale production environment in a single or multi-cavity tool.

Save your valuable production machine capacity for larger runs by prototyping with this cut sheet laboratory sized thermoformer.