Abrenica, Mariel Jeanne A. creator author Arcilla, Monica H. author Barrientos, Sunshine Mae M. author Baylosis, Karl Joencil A. author Jonas, Jewish S. author text Manila Technological University of the Philippines 2023 monographic eng

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xiii, 113pages: 29cm. In this project, a detachable clamping mechanism for pressing composite materials is being developed to be incorporated with an existing hydraulic press machine. Compared to conventional single-board pressing techniques, which require 24-hour curing cycles per product, the prototype maximizes manufacturing efficiency by enabling up to five molds to be stacked and pressed concurrently. The manual pressing and Detachable Clamping Mechanism (DCM) prototype for composite boards are compared in the study. In contrast to the manually generated sample, which had a density of only 1 kg and a modulus of rupture of 10.36 N, according to the results, the DCM-produced samples had a significantly higher modulus of rupture (30.33–78.56 N) and a higher and more consistent density (0.83–1.17 kg). It validates the enhanced compression, bonding, and overall structural performance of the DCM prototype compared to the manual. Functionality, workability, durability, safety, and economy assessments were all part of the evaluation process. The ratings were as follows: 4.38 for functionality, 4.27 for workability, 4.37 for durability, 4.38 for safety, 4.37 for aesthetics, and 4.45 for economy. These findings demonstrate that the clamping mechanism enhances material density, load-bearing capacity, and production reliability, enabling the press machine to operate continuously and significantly increase productivity. This study presents a valuable approach to enhance productivity and expedite the production of composite boards. Keywords: composite board, detachable clamping mechanism, hydraulic press machine, pressing Mariel Jeanne A. Abrenica, Monica H. Arcilla, Sunshine Mae M. Barrientos, Karl Joencil A. Baylosis, and Jewish S. Jonas .-- Bachelor's thesis College of Industrial Technology .-- Bachelor of Engineering Technology major in Dies and Moulds Technology: Technological University of the Philippines, 2025. Includes bibliographic references and index. Dies and moulds technology Engineering technology Clamping mechanism BTH TN 730 A27 2025 TUPM 260525 20260525101417.0 English