Baker Perkins is developing a new range of twin-screw extruders delivering higher outputs through increased power and speed comparative to extruder size, and capable of handling the most intensive formulations. The new HPX extruder builds on the success of the current MPX range, and particularly the patented MAX³ feed system.

The MAX³ incorporates a fundamental re-design of the intake feed port and screws. It improves the flow of material into the extruder barrel and air out of it to eliminate material build up in the extruder infeed that leads to restricted output and torque surges.

Already installed in over 50 extruders around the world, MAX³ is already proven to stabilize torque and enable consistent running at full speed. It has contributed to throughput increases reaching over 200% and averaging over 30%.

A major benefit is that lightweight, low density materials are now produced at much higher throughputs while eliminating wear and tear on the drive-train. Side feeding – a technique that forces product into the screws from the side – has now been made obsolete by the MPX range of extruders. Side feeders increase capital, installation and operating costs; in addition, maintenance is always problematic and expensive.

The HPX45 extruder processes a wide range of thermosetting and thermoplastic materials, supplied either as a pre-mix or via multiple powder and liquid feeders. The first extruder is a mid-range machine aimed at the small to medium batch market producing up to 1,000 kg/hr of product, ideally suiting 100kg to 1,500kg batches. Smaller and larger additions to the range are planned.

The HPX retains all the latest features of the current MPX range of extruders. As well as the MAX³ these include a hi-cool barrel, split stuffing box, replaceable agitator shaft sleeves, hi-cool discharge adaptor, barrel discharge height and overhang to suit a range of cooling devices, and the options of pivoting and purge feeders. Noise is minimised by using water cooled main drive motors.

State-of-the-art control features a touch-screen HMI developed specifically for the complete range of Baker Perkins extruders. This provides clear, at-a-glance visualisation of the process, including current status of all major components and parameters. Options include systems integration of upstream and downstream equipment into a single control point for the line.

All Baker Perkins equipment is supplied Industry 4.0 Ready. This harnesses data from all the machines, devices and sensors in any manufacturing operation and enables them to communicate with each other via the Internet to make informed and timely decisions. Alarm management and date gathering are included.

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Baker Perkins is developing a new range of twin-screw extruders delivering higher outputs through increased power and speed comparative to extruder size, and capable of handling the most intensive formulations. The new HPX extruder builds on the success of the current MPX range, and particularly the patented MAX³ feed system.

The MAX³ incorporates a fundamental re-design of the intake feed port and screws. It improves the flow of material into the extruder barrel and air out of it to eliminate material build up in the extruder infeed that leads to restricted output and torque surges.

Already installed in over 50 extruders around the world, MAX³ is already proven to stabilize torque and enable consistent running at full speed. It has contributed to throughput increases reaching over 200% and averaging over 30%.

A major benefit is that lightweight, low density materials are now produced at much higher throughputs while eliminating wear and tear on the drive-train. Side feeding – a technique that forces product into the screws from the side – has now been made obsolete by the MPX range of extruders. Side feeders increase capital, installation and operating costs; in addition, maintenance is always problematic and expensive.

The HPX45 extruder processes a wide range of thermosetting and thermoplastic materials, supplied either as a pre-mix or via multiple powder and liquid feeders. The first extruder is a mid-range machine aimed at the small to medium batch market producing up to 1,000 kg/hr of product, ideally suiting 100kg to 1,500kg batches. Smaller and larger additions to the range are planned.

The HPX retains all the latest features of the current MPX range of extruders. As well as the MAX³ these include a hi-cool barrel, split stuffing box, replaceable agitator shaft sleeves, hi-cool discharge adaptor, barrel discharge height and overhang to suit a range of cooling devices, and the options of pivoting and purge feeders. Noise is minimised by using water cooled main drive motors.

State-of-the-art control features a touch-screen HMI developed specifically for the complete range of Baker Perkins extruders. This provides clear, at-a-glance visualisation of the process, including current status of all major components and parameters. Options include systems integration of upstream and downstream equipment into a single control point for the line.

All Baker Perkins equipment is supplied Industry 4.0 Ready. This harnesses data from all the machines, devices and sensors in any manufacturing operation and enables them to communicate with each other via the Internet to make informed and timely decisions. Alarm management and date gathering are included.