Course Details
Instructor: Scott Lambert
Instruction Time: 2-Day (1 1/2 days of classroom instruction, 1/2 day of lab work)
Course Prerequisite: None
Date: March 10-11, 2026
Price: $1250 (Register 3 or more attendees and get 10% discount)
Extrusion Processing Fundamentals is a two-day training course consisting of one and a half days of classroom instruction and half a day of hands-on training. The class starts with an introduction to polymer types, molecular weight, and rheology. We then present a step by step explanation of the extrusion process, from the feed hopper to the die, primarily focusing on an in-depth study of single screw extruders, plastic behavior, and the equipment utilized in plastics processing.
Day two of the course is a hands-on investigation of the effect of changes in process variables on product output. Process variables such as extrusion temperature and product formulation are changed and product output monitored. The causes of the observed product variations are discussed, and these variations correlate to day one learnings. Additionally, corrective actions that can be taken are discussed.
Day One: Classroom
- Introduction to Plastics
- Basics of Extrusion
- Single Screw Extruders
- Twin Screw Extruders
- Plastics Behavior in Extrusion
- Extrusion Process Overview
- Materials Handling
- Drying
- Extrusion Operations
- Processing Conditions
Day Two: Class and Lab
- Extrusion Process Overview (con’t)
- Process Monitoring, Control, and Quality Assurance
- Safety and Maintenance
- Problem Solving Methodology
- Processing Lab and Troubleshooting
To register,
please download the registration form.
Location
Polymers Center
8900 Research Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 602-4100
Dress Code
Business casual
Polo or button down shirt
Long pants
Closed toe shoes, no heels
Lab Etiquette
No drinks, food or gum
No tobacco or vaping devices
Safety glasses must be worn
