Objectives

• Imparting basic knowledge in pipe extrusion
• Process knowledge and troubleshooting
• Upstream and downstream of pipe extrusion lines
• Insight into development - new trends and innovations

Topics

• Polyolefin and PVC processing in theory and practice
• Single-screw extruder
• Twin screw extruders
• Spiral mandrel die heads
• Mandrel holder heads
• Quality control through inline measuring technology
• Service concepts

Target group

• Operator
• Shift supervisor
• Foremen and similar

Prerequisites

None

Duration and dates

German and English training courses take place separately.

Date 1: 01.-03.09.2025 (German)

• Start on 01.09.2025 8:30 am
• End on 03.09.2025 12:30 pm

Date 2: 03.-05.09.2025 (English)

• Start on 03.09.2025 8:30 am
• End on 05.09.2025 12:30 pm

The number of participants is limited to 25 people per date.

Objectives

• Understanding compounding processes on twin-screw extruders
• Understand the design of a twin-screw extruder in a material-specific context
• Get to know possibilities for process optimization and identify sources of error
• Apply materials science approaches to formulation and process engineering
• Understanding materials testing in theory and practice, being able to make well-founded assessments of product quality

Topics

• Machine technology (from raw material handling to filling the granulate: selection, designs, concepts)
• Plastics technology (physics and chemistry of plastics, additives and fillers, formulation and material properties)
• Process engineering (extruder design, correlation between process and measured variables, screw design, scale-up)

Target group

• Engineers, foremen, decision-makers from the operative production area
• Graduates in mechanical engineering, chemistry or similar for a holistic approach to the process engineering of compounding processes
• Career changers in twin-screw extrusion

Prerequisite

• Technical / scientific training

Dates and times

Date 1: 02.-04.06.2025 (German)

• Start on 02.06.2025 8:30 am
• End on 04.06.2025 12:30 pm

Date 2: 04.-06.06.2025 (English)

• Start on 04.06.2025 8:30 am
• End on 06.06.2025 12:30 pm

The number of participants is limited to 25 people per date.

Objectives

• Qualification for independent operation and maintenance of foam extruders
• Recognize problems in process engineering and assess possible solutions
• Basic knowledge of additional equipment for the manufacture of foam products
• Getting to know the automation of extrusion systems

Topics

• Fundamentals of foam extrusion with a professional introduction to service and maintenance
• Basic introduction to automation of extrusion lines
• Solution approaches for process engineering problems
• Fundamentals of equipment for foam applications with a focus on XPS and EPS
• Digitalization and smart solutions
• Visit to the Innovation Center for impressive practical experience
• Varied topics from theory and practice

Target group

• Plant operators
• Foremen
• Production managers
• Junior engineers

Prerequisite

• None

Duration and dates

Date: 17.-19.06.2025 (English)

• Start on 17.06.2025 8:30 am
• End on 19.06.2025 12:30 pm

The number of participants is limited to 25 people per date.

Objectives

• Familiarization with the most relevant input streams and processes in plastics recycling in theory and practice (from mechanical to chemical recycling)
• Developing a polymer-specific and regulatory background to understand the key issues
• Understanding and correctly applying standardization and material testing in the recycling sector
• Select suitable machine technology based on material input flow analysis & be able to assess overall system concepts

Topics

• Material preparation, extrusion technology & post-treatment in theory & practice
• Polymer waste streams, reformulation and limits
• PET & polyolefin recycling, system concepts & process engineering, live demonstration in the technical center
• Overview of chemical recycling processes
• Cleaning and decontamination: from washing, filtering and degassing
• Excursion to the Institute for Plastics and Recycling Technology at the University of Hanover, expert speakers on standardization and food contact materials

Target group

• Engineers, foremen, decision-makers with a technical interest
• Graduates from mechanical engineering, chemistry or similar for a holistic understanding of the process engineering of recycling processes
• Career changers in the recycling technology of polymers

Prerequisites

• Basic technical / scientific training

Duration and dates

Date 1: (German)

• Start on
• End on

Date 2: (English)

• Start on
• End on

The number of participants is limited to 25 people per date.

Objectives

• Master twin-screw extrusion and calendering for film and sheet applications
• Explore the latest developments in up- and downstream equipment
• Discover modern visualization systems for improved process control
• Engage in an industry forum to discuss challenges and innovations in film and sheet extrusion

Topics

• Twin-screw extrusion: Professional introduction to design / process technological possibilities introduction to design and process technology
• Calenders for film and sheet extrusion: Professional introduction to design / process technological possibilities
• Live demonstrations of modern visualization systems for better process efficiency
• Focus on latest technology devellopments to remedy challenges in film and sheet extrusion by selected equipment suppliers
• Expert insights into retrofitting existing extrusion lines to enhance performance
• Hands-on experience in our Innovation Center, showcasing cutting-edge solutions

Target group

• Lead operators, plant foremen, process and junior engineers, production managers

Prerequisites

• Activity in sheet extrusion