Discover the G400 Block Making Machine — Quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Production of prefabricated elements | G400 block machine
The G400 Block Making Machine stands out for its ability to optimally and efficiently produce a wide variety of precast concrete elements, achieving high precision in terms of time and a product of the highest quality and strength.
Below are some examples of products that can be manufactured with different mould configurations, including blocks, paving stones, kerbs, among many others, to meet market demands.
| Product | Size | Number of moulded products | Cycle time | Hourly output (100%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paver | 10 x 20 x 6 cm | 20 | 15 seconds | 95 square metres per hour 760 m² 8-hour shift |
| Hollow block | 15 x 20 x 40 cm | 6 | 18 seconds | 1,250 units per hour 10.000 units, 8-hour shift |
More productions from our G400 Blocker
| Product | Size | Number of moulded products | Cycle time | Hourly output (100%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double-layer paver | 10 x 20 x 6 cm | 20 | 18 seconds | 71 m²/hour 570 m² 8-hour shift |
| Hollow block | 10 x 20 x 40 cm | 10 | 18 seconds | 1,800 units per hour 14,400 units, 8-hour shift |
| Hollow block | 20 x 20 x 40 cm | 5 | 18 seconds | 1,000 units per hour 8,000 units, 8-hour shift |
Other specifications
| Maximum height of the product | 350 mm |
| Minimum height of the product | 40 mm |
| Machine weight * Total weight with double-layer system and mould |
11.000 kg * |
| Installed electrical power | 23 kW |
| Main concrete hopper capacity | 900 l |
| Hopper capacity of the double-layer unit | 900 l |
Suggested configuration diagram for the G400 Plant
The suggested configuration scheme for the G400 Plant is designed to operate the plant efficiently and productively, with a contained investment, highlighting the key equipment for its operation.

This configuration diagram for the G400 Plant is designed to maximise the efficiency and productivity of your plant, offering continuous, automated production. The G400 Block Making Machine can be configured in an in-line or U-shaped layout.
Concrete plant
Rack loader and unloader
Palletiser
This layout allows you to automate almost the entire manufacturing process, requiring only the use of forklifts to load and unload the racks of fresh or cured products and move the final palletised product to the storage area.
Request a quoteFrequently asked questions
The G400 is designed to deliver a continuous output of 1,250 blocks measuring 15×20×40 cm per hour, equivalent to up to 10,000 units in an 8-hour working day.
The versatility of the G400 allows for the production of a wide range of concrete parts, including:
- Hollow blocks and flower beds
- Cobblestones of different formats, shapes, textures and finishes
- Kerbs and gutters
- Vaulted ceilings and partition walls
- Tiles and special parts (plug-and-play mould system). All you need to do is change the mould and adjust the programme.
The G400 is designed to require minimal maintenance. For optimal operation and to extend the service life of the equipment and its components, we recommend:
- Daily: cleaning and detailed inspection after the end of each shift.
- Weekly: preventive maintenance, based on the maintenance manual.
- Monthly: monthly preventive maintenance, as specified in the maintenance manual.
- Annual: preventive maintenance based on the manual, and annual corrective maintenance.
- The G400 is a fully automatic press, operating via a Siemens PLC.
- The PLC control (Siemens S7) uses TIA Portal software and an HMI interface for real-time adjustments, parameter definition, operation, and equipment statistics.
- Full synchronisation with the concrete plant, conveyor belts, tray lift/lower, brushes, turner or palletiser.
- Foundation: reinforced concrete slab according to specifications and terrain characteristics to dampen vibrations and support the weight of the equipment.
- Headroom: at least 4 metres from floor to ceiling for mould access and maintenance.
Yes. Grupex offers:
- Spare parts stock of critical components and responsive support, ensuring efficient after-sales service.
- After-sales service with detailed manuals and after-sales technical support.
- Control and adjustment of aggregate and additive dosing in the concrete plant.
- Good maintenance of equipment, periodic calibration of PLC and vibrators.
- Mechanical strength tests in the laboratory in accordance with UNE-EN 771-3 standards.
Yes. The G400 supports modular integration with other lines from leading manufacturers in the industry.
When used in accordance with the defined specifications, cleaned daily, properly maintained and fitted with original replacement parts, the equipment can exceed 25 years of use.




