Laboratory

Professor Denis Rodrigue's Laboratory

Department

Department of Chemical Engineering

Manufacturer (Model)

Haake Büchler (TW 100)

Equipment Description

A mini twin-screw extruder designed to process a wide range of materials, particularly various classes of polymers, at high production rates. Granular materials are fed into the co-rotating twin-screw conveyor, where they are conveyed, mixed, and compounded, enabling the production of composite materials. At the end of the barrel, the material is forced through a die that shapes it into the desired cross-sectional profile. This extrusion process can be carried out at elevated temperatures. This benchtop model is specifically designed for small-scale processing and formulation trials, making it ideal for research and material development.

Technical Specifications

• Maximum temperature: 450°C

• Maximum pressure: 700 bar

• Interchangeable dies available

• Maximum torque: 300 N·m

  
  

Areas of Expertise

• Extrusion

• Polymers

• Manufacturing Process

  
  

Conditions of Use

Operation of this equipment requires prior training or the assistance of a research professional. The instrument is available to academic and industrial collaborators.

Rental Fees (CAD)

On-Campus

150$/ hour

Off-Campus (Academic)

200$/ hour

Industry

200$/ hour

Reservations

Denis Rodrigue

denis.rodrigue@gch.ulaval.ca