Next course: Thailand, 13 & 14 November 2014

The course covers the theory and practice of designing dies for extrusion systems. It is presented by Mr Dennis Forte. The program reviews the importance of die conductance in the whole extrusion process, not only in shaping the product. The die design process, along with the calculation of die conductance, is explained. Issues such as product curvature are also considered. Co-extrusion dies, cutter and knife design, and the effect of die-plate wear, are also covered.

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Note that familiarity with extrusion technology is assumed. We recommend that participants complete the three day Food & Feed Extrusion program (see above), or similar training, before attending this course.

This course is also available to companies to be conducted on-site and tailored to the specific requirements of the company.

Presenter:

Course presenter is Dennis Forte of Dennis Forte and Associates.  Dennis is a chemical engineer, highly experienced in extrusion technology, having worked with a variety of companies and extruded products, including breakfast cereals and snacks, pet foods and aqua-feeds, pasta, and confectionery.

Program Highlights:

The program reviews the importance of die conductance in the whole extrusion process, not only in shaping the product. The die design process, along with the calculation of die conductance, is explained.  Issues such as product curvature are also considered. Co-extrusion dies, cutter and knife design, and the effect of die-plate wear, are also considered.