Here's How It Works

The Hydra Wedge's specially designed bill is positioned between the casting and the gate. When the operator activates the wedge, the bill opens, separates the pieces and closes automatically. It's that easy. Once the product is sorted, the operator moves on to the next piece.

Multiple Hydra Wedge tools can operate from a single power unit, producing peak breaking power and fast cycle times. Tools can easily be removed from service in seconds using flush-face no-drip quick couplers and TPC control cord quick couplers.

The Hydra Wedge hydraulic power units are built to withstand tough foundry conditions. An in-tank return line filter, reservoir breather filter, plus a kidney loop sub-micron filtration system maintain hydraulic fluid integrity. The oil cooler has an independent circulation loop with a 19GPM flow rate driven from the fan motor, allowing continued cooling even if the main pump should shut down in at high limit condition. The Hydra Wedge system can operate one to six tools off a single pump using low operating pressure of 2500 psi.

Hydra Wedge power units are custom built by LGT Manufacturing Inc. to fit each individual plant situation.