What's Restricting My Output Rate? In a single-screw extruder, it could be an improperly designed barrier flighted entry section. Here's why.

The article discusses the importance of an appropriately designed barrier melting section in a single-screw extruder to optimize extrusion rates and prevent resin degradation. Topics discussed include the design of barrier flights, the role of the metering section in controlling the extrusion rate, and the impact of improper barrier section design on product quality and output efficiency.