- Entek introduces new high-torque co-rotating twin-screw extruder
- New Patent-Pending Vent Flow Sensor
- Applications: commodity compounding and masterbatch
The company Entek Manufacturing Inc. has introduced its newest co-rotating twin-screw extruder, the HT72. HT stands for ‘High Torque’. In fact, this new machine delivers the highest free volume at 18 torque density (18 Nm/cm3) in the industry.
New Patent-Pending Vent Flow Sensor
An important new feature of the HT72 is a new, patent-pending Vent Flow Sensor. If the sensor detects a potential problem with vent flow, operators will have the time to correct any processing issues before they become problematic. This device will effectively reduce unplanned downtime and help reduce safety issues including the risk of fire. It will also make vent flow cleaning easier.
Applications: commodity compounding and masterbatch
The extruder is designed for the commodity compounding and masterbatch industry, where customers require medium-to-large batch production sizes and high production rates are especially important. When coupled with the new patented Vacuum Feed Technology (VFT), the HT72 can drive throughputs even higher for processes which involve feeding low density fillers. The machine provides maximum uptime, high production rates, and readily available Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) data, both at the machine and via remote monitoring and access from mobile devices.
Besides the industrial leading high torque density, the machine features a 1.61 screw Do/Di (outer diameter to inner diameter ratio), a water cooled motor and real time vibration and oil quality monitoring.