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The TecDay participants were fascinated by the unique
performance of the ZE 65 BluePower Torque twin-screw
extruder used for processing polyamide 6 with a 30 percent
glass fiber content at a maximum output rate of 2,500 kg/h
Advanced process control system (BPC-A)
Unparalleled ease of operation
Maximum modularity by 4- and 6-D barrels
Customized processing section
Perfect wear protection
Elliptical shoulder liners
Substantial increase
Torque density of 16 Nm/cm3
Effective cooling
Temperature control system
User-friedly base frame concept
Easy access
Increased free volume
OD/ID diameter ratio of 1.65
Enlarged and optimized
Side feeder
point optimization of the drive system, including water-
cooled threephase motor and high-efficiency gear unit,
with a completely redesigned processing section. As com-
pared to the previous ZE A UTX series, the ZE BluePower
features an increased OD/ID diameter ratio of 1.65, which
gives a 30% higher torque density of up to 16 Nm/cm³.
Innovative technology secures competitive edge
For national and international compounding companies
that plan investments in extrusion technology, the TecDay
offered an ideal opportunity to take a closer look at the ZE
BluePower series and the appropriate upstream and
downstream equipment. The KraussMaffei Berstorff ex-
trusion line was complemented by supplies from Braben-
der Technologie GmbH & Co. KG (loss-in-weight feeder), Cabot
Switzerland GmbH (masterbatch), DSM N.V. (polyamide 6),
EMDE Industrie-Technik (bulk material handling), Gala Kunst-
stoff- und Kautschukmaschinen GmbH (underwater pelletizer),
NERAK GmbH Fördertechnik (elevator conveyor), PPG Industries
Fiber Glass B.V. (glass fibers) and Simar GmbH (bulk material
handling).
addition to numerous technical innovations, the overall concept
convinces by unparalleled performance, high cost-effectiveness
and increased energy efficiency,” says Ralf J. Dahl.
Increased free volume and enhanced torque density
The new ZE BluePower twin-screw extruder series is character-
ized by numerous innovative features in terms of energy effi-
ciency and process engineering. This series combines operating