September 9, 2022

Whether you are producing plastic bottles, caps, or clothing, polymer material needs to be formed into a desired shape. The extrusion process is often used to produce these shapes.

While there are many circumstances that can cause product failure, contaminants in plastic are the most common. Removing contaminants from the melt is the common focus manufacturers share in an effort to produce quality products.

Extruder Screens, commonly known as screen packs, are woven wire filtration systems welded together and made into a variety of shapes and sizes specific to production needs. Melted material is pushed through this wire mesh screen to remove any contaminants. Depending on the level of decontamination and pressure requirements, different layer configurations and mesh opening sizes can be used.

No matter the shape or size, IMS has the extruder screens to fit your needs. Available in plain (carbon) steel and stainless steel, we also offer made-to-order extruder screen packs. For all your extrusion needs, trust the team who has been servicing Extruders for over 65 years.