The flexibility of the screw configuration is a key success factor for parallel twin-screw extruders. It allows optimizing the setup for various applications.
Almost infinity variations of screw setups can be created from a limited number of different screw element types. This complexity may cause uncertainty with the user. Especially novices to the technology of twin-screw extrusion sometimes resist in changing the configuration due to this complexity.
The interactive ScrewConfig software dramatically shortens the learning curve as it gives feedback about potential conflicts immediately on the screen. Read more...
Benefits
Configuring the screws on a computer is much faster then on the real extruder. Using the computer avoids time consuming Trial & Error setups occupying the extruder. This allows utilizing the extruders more effectively as the down time can be reduced. Depending on the company's cost structure, already a single avoided reconfiguration cycle may justify investment for the software.
All configurations are properly documented even with an integrated revision control without any additional efforts. This secures development work for future use.