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Document Outline
Front Matter
Table of Contents
4. Extrusion Processes
Extrusion Concepts
Single Screw Functional Description
Feeding and Solids Conveying
Melting Considerations
Melt Pumping
Wear Effects on Pumping
Mixing
Devolatilizing (Venting)
Effects of Extruder Accessories
Twin Screw Vs. Single Screw Operation
Single Screw Extruder Physical Description
Barrels
Heating/Cooling Systems
Screws
Thrust Bearings
Gear Case
Drive Motor
Drive Coupling
Extrusion Controls and Instrumentation
Basic Control Requirements
Sensors and Monitors
Temperature Control
Pressure Control
Melt Temperature Control
Size Controls
Rate Controls
Extrusion Processes
Blown Film
Sheet, Extrusion Coating, and Cast Film
Profiles and Pipe
Wire and Cable
Fiber
Extruder Screws
Extruder Screws (General)
Screw Types
Screw Cooling
Mixing Considerations and Mixing Devices
Scaling Screw Design and Extruder Performance
Glossary of Extrusion Terms
Index