Concrete Production
Concrete Block Machines & Production Equipment
Pathfinder Systems provides TIGER concrete block machines and production equipment for manufacturers of concrete masonry units (CMUs), pavers, retaining wall units and other concrete products throughout the United States and Canada. TIGER equipment ranges from flexible block and paver machines to highly automated, high-volume production systems designed around each manufacturer’s products, production requirements and automation goals.
TIGER Machines for High-Volume Block Production
Choosing the right concrete block machine depends on your product mix, required production capacity, plant layout and level of automation. TIGER offers multiple machine platforms for high-volume concrete block and paver production, including the Model S, PS Series and TG Series.
TIGER Model S
Best suited for: High-volume block and paver production requiring flexibility
Key considerations: Fast mold changes, existing foundation compatibility, automation
TIGER PS Series
Best suited for: High-volume block and paver production with advanced automation
Key considerations: Automated mold changes, intelligent cycle control, production flexibility, high-capacity production
TIGER TG Series
Best suited for: Large-scale, high-volume CMU, paver and retaining wall production
Key considerations: High production capability, rapid mold changes, continuous production
Choosing the Best Concrete Block Machine for Your Plant
The best concrete block machine for high-volume production depends on the products being manufactured, required output, automation needs, mold changes, plant layout and downstream processes. TIGER’s Model S, PS Series and TG Series each support high-volume concrete production with different strengths.
The Model S combines high production capacity with flexibility and fast mold changes, making it a popular choice for block and paver manufacturers producing a variety of products. The PS Series, also one of TIGER’s most popular machine platforms, offers advanced automation, intelligent cycle control and automated mold changes for high-volume block and paver production. The TG Series is TIGER’s largest and most sophisticated platform, designed for manufacturers requiring high production capacity, rapid mold changes and continuous operation.
How Automated Concrete Block Machines Improve Plant Efficiency
Automated concrete block machines help manufacturers improve production efficiency by reducing manual processes, supporting consistent cycle times and simplifying product changeovers. When integrated with pallet transport, curing and cubing equipment, these systems can help maintain a continuous production flow throughout the plant.
Key benefits of automated concrete production equipment include:
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Reduced production bottlenecks: Integrated pallet transport and material handling systems help move products efficiently between manufacturing stages.
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Faster product changeovers: Automated mold changes and adjustable machine controls help manufacturers transition between concrete blocks, pavers and other products.
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Improved production consistency: Precision controls and automated production sequences support repeatable manufacturing processes.
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Reduced unplanned downtime: Maintenance accessibility, equipment monitoring and properly coordinated automation can help manufacturers identify issues and minimize disruptions.
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Greater production flexibility: Integrated equipment configurations allow manufacturers to accommodate different product types, production requirements and future expansion plans.
Model S
TIGER Machine
The TIGER Model S is a high-performance concrete block and paver production machine designed for efficient, high-volume manufacturing of masonry units with fast mold changes and reliable automation.
PS Series
TIGER Machine
The TIGER PS Series is a highly automated concrete block and paver production machine designed for high-volume manufacturing, intelligent cycle control and efficient mold changes across a range of concrete products.
TG Series
TIGER Machine
The TIGER TG Series includes TIGER’s largest, fastest and most sophisticated concrete production machines, designed for high-volume manufacturing of concrete masonry units, pavers, retaining wall products and other concrete products, with product mold changes in under five minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Concrete Block Machines
Which automated concrete block machines are suitable for mid-sized concrete producers?
The best automated concrete block machine for a mid-sized manufacturer depends on production volume, product variety, available plant space and future growth plans. TIGER’s Model S offers production flexibility, fast mold changes and compatibility with many existing foundations, making it an option for manufacturers upgrading existing production lines. Pathfinder Systems helps producers evaluate machine configurations based on their specific requirements.
Why do concrete producers replace outdated concrete block machines?
Concrete manufacturers often replace outdated equipment due to increasing maintenance requirements, lengthy mold changes, inconsistent production or limitations in automation capabilities. Modern concrete block machines can provide improved production controls, faster product changeovers and compatibility with automated handling systems. Pathfinder Systems helps manufacturers evaluate equipment upgrades and replacement solutions that work with existing facilities.
What is the best concrete block machine line for automation?
TIGER offers several concrete production machine platforms with automation capabilities, including the Model S, PS Series and TG Series. The PS Series features automated mold changes, intelligent cycle control and production monitoring, while the TG Series is designed for large-scale, high-volume manufacturing. The best solution depends on the manufacturer’s production requirements and integration needs. Pathfinder Systems helps manufacturers select TIGER equipment and coordinate supporting automation systems.
Our Concrete Production Brand
About TIGER Machine
TIGER Machine has now been developing and manufacturing innovative concrete production machinery to meet the needs of customers for over 70 years. TIGER supplies over 50% of machinery to the Japanese market for the production of concrete products such as concrete masonry units, concrete pavers, retaining wall and concrete architectural products. Since 1998, our partnership has also made TIGER equipment available in the US and Canadian markets.
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Midwest Block, USA, Updates Two Facilities with New Generation Machinery
Midwest Block | Tulsa, OK, U.S.
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When both of their Tulsa facility production lines needed expensive repairs and upgrades, Midwest Block turned to Pathfinder for a more affordable and efficient solution; the Model S-3 Concrete Products Machine.
