Process 16 Parallel Twin-Screw Extruders

An extruder needs free volume to be able to take in material for processing. A high-free-volume screw design is designed to maximize material intake, allowing researchers to process challenging materials such as fibers, flakes, recycled plastics, and lightweight fillers that may be difficult to feed in high-torque laboratory extruders

Successfully incorporating low-density fillers requires consistent feeding without material bridging or flooding. A side feeder allows these materials to be introduced downstream of the main feed, can help improve feeding stability and reduce premature compression. The Thermo Scientific Process 16 Twin-Screw Extruder offers four interchangeable side-feeding positions and supports up to two simultaneous side feeders, giving researchers the flexibility to optimize filler addition for different formulations while maintaining easy access to the extruder during operation.

The split barrel design with a removable top section provides easy access to product-contact areas for inspection and cleaning. Easily removable product-contact parts also help support efficient product changeovers during development work.

The Thermo Scientific Process 16 platform supports numerous accessories, including feeders, dies, water baths, conveyor systems, haul-off units, strand and die-face pelletizers, filament spoolers, and granulation kits. These accessories help configure the system for different processing applications.

The fully ported barrel provides multiple feed and vent locations, enabling flexible placement of feeders and degassing ports for a wide range of processing workflows. It supports up to five feeders (three top feeders and two side feeders) to accommodate solids such as powders, pellets, and fibers, as well as liquids. This flexible feeder configuration helps optimize material introduction for different formulations and process requirements.