What makes the ZSK Mc¹⁸ a high-performance extruder?

Coperion’s ZSK Mc¹⁸ twin screw extruder is characterized by numerous features that significantly simplify extrusion, compounding and recycling processes. It achieves first-class product qualities and significantly increases throughput rates. How does it do it? This video shows some exciting insights behind the facade of the extruder.
Its specific torque of 18 Nm/cm³ is the cornerstone for the success of the ZSK Mc¹⁸ twin screw extruder. It reliably operates with high efficiency, makes sparing use of valuable resources and achieves very high product quality.
The gearbox of the ZSK twin screw extruder can now be equipped with a condition monitoring system, available for extruder sizes ZSK 43 to ZSK 133. Condition monitoring significantly improves the ability to plan maintenance work. Irregularities in the operation of the extruder gearbox are detected at an early stage and potential damage can be avoided.
The Coperion ServiceBox CSB 4.0 offers expanded support options for remote servicing of Coperion systems. With ServiceBox CSB 4.0, Coperion can provide remote maintenance support as needed for the smooth operation of both the extruder and the material handling system with associated components.
The Coperion ServiceBox CSB 4.0 provides access to the C-Beyond platform, where we bundle all digital products and service applications from Coperion. C-Beyond products allow to track all performance parameters for an entire extrusion or compounding line and perform detailed evaluations of overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
The gearbox lantern can be equipped with an electronically secured maintenance door. As soon as the extruder's screw shafts stop, service personnel can open the door on the gearbox lantern without tools. The screw shaft coupling is safely and quickly accessible. In case of maintenance this leads to a significant reduction in downtime and the efficiency of the ZSK extruder increases once again.
If the feeding zone of the process section or the ZS-B side feeder is equipped with Feed Enhancement Technology FET, vacuum is applied from outside via a porous, gas-permeable wall. The resulting gas extraction increases throughput and efficiency of the ZSK Mc¹⁸ extruder.
These and many other features improve the daily operation of the ZSK Mc¹⁸ twin screw extruder to ensure maximum performance, making the ZSK Mc¹⁸ the heart of Coperion’s complete lines for the extrusion, compounding and recycling of plastics.