Extrusion
Extrusion Barrel
The pressure inside the extruder barrel during the extrusion process is high, typically ranging between 1,000 and 15,000 psi. Excessive build-up of pressure could rupture the barrel and lead to major machine malfunction, costly downtime and operator safety issues. To protect the extruder barrel from over-pressurization, rupture disks (extrusion burst plugs) from ZOOK can be installed at (or near) the die end of the barrel.
Bulk Storage
Plastic pellets are the raw material used in the extrusion and thermoplastic blow molding processes. Typically stored in silos, the combination of dust vapors and static build up from pneumatic pellet transfer can create a hazardous condition. Rupture disks and vent panels from ZOOK provide relief from over-pressurization of the silo should ignition occur.
Applications
| Recommended Products | Extrusion Barrel | Bulk Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Reverse Acting Disks RA4 RA6 RA8 RAX | ||
| Forward Acting Disks ARD D FAX FDZ PB | ||
| Welded Solutions | ||
| Graphite Disks Mono Duplex FS Inverted | ||
| Ultra-Low & Bi-Directional Disks Z-VAC/Z-POS | ||
| Extrusion Burst Plugs | ||
| Burst Sensors & Indicators | ||
| Explosion Vents |