In pursuit of manufacturing excellence: The utilization of microprocessor based control systems

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The screw extruder has been considered the most important element in processes for the continuous manufacture of tubes, pipes, profiles, tapes, film and wire and cable coverings. The extruder has always been of prime importance, rightfully so, as the extruder is also used as a compounding and processing machine for polymer manufacturers as well as for the converters who prepare their own compounds.

Description

The screw extruder has been considered the most important element in processes for the continuous manufacture of tubes, pipes, profiles, tapes, film and wire and cable coverings. The extruder has always been of prime importance, rightfully so, as the extruder is also used as a compounding and processing machine for polymer manufacturers as well as for the converters who prepare their own compounds.

Additional information

Author(s)

Paula Calabrese, Schulz Controls, Inc., USA

Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI 55th Annual Convention, Atlanta, GA USA

Year

1985