Extrusion Line Thickness Control
Closed-loop thickness and line speed control on a sheet extrusion line.
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- Location
- İzmir
- Year
- 2023
- Client
- Plastic sheet manufacturer
- Industry
- Plastics
- Duration
- 7 weeks
Technologies Used
Siemens S7-1200G120 DrivesUltrasonic thickness gaugeWinCC
Challenge
Thickness was adjusted based on operator experience, and scrap was high.
Our Solution
Line speed correction based on thickness measurement and heater zone control were programmed.
Result
Thickness tolerance improved by 40% and annual raw material savings were achieved.
Closed-loop thickness and line speed control on a sheet extrusion line. Within the scope of the project, site survey, electrical design, software development, installation supervision and commissioning were carried out by our company on a turnkey basis.
After commissioning, the plant personnel were trained and all documentation and backups were handed over.
