Cascade Extrusion

Cascade extrusion - high-performing and efficient

For the highest demands on melt quality and throughput

Cascade extrusion is the solution for high output rates while meeting high quality requirements. By connecting two extruders in series, the melting and homogenization process steps can be optimized separately and specifically—for maximum process control, flexibility, and melt quality.
Typical areas of application are film production lines and recycling processes.

  • Advantages of cascade extrusion
  • Greater process flexibility thanks to two separate screw drives
  • High pressure and temperature stability of the melt, even with varying raw materials
  • Compact design thanks to parallel installation
  • Throughput range 1:5
Cascade Extrusion

Technische Daten

Screw diameter
105 - 360 mm (PP)
200 - 360 mm (PET)
75 - 330 (rPET)
Screw length
24D + 20D (PP)
30D + 17D (PET)
30D + 20D (rPET)
Throughput (kg/h)
100 - 6.000 (depending on polymer and viscosity)
Polymers
PP, PET (incl. recyclate, others on request)
Application examples
Film (BOPET, BOPP)
Recycling
Addition of additives

Application example film production lines BOPP and BOPET

Production of biaxially oriented polypropylene or polyester films for packaging and optical devices with up to 20% shredded film waste. Ensures high temperature homogeneity, stable pressure conditions, and low thermal degradation.

Application example recycling

Processing of bottle flakes (IV 0.7-0.8) with targeted hydrolytic degradation to spinnable viscosities. With pre-filtration, melt degassing, non-stop filter, and optional booster pump.

Application example additive addition

Addition of color masterbatches, flame retardants, or UV stabilizers shortly before exiting the extruder for a short residence time and even distribution.

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