Optimization Strategies in Extrusion Technology

The seminar titled Optimization Strategies in Extrusion Technology is designed for production and manufacturing employees engaged in the plastics processing industry. It will take place at the Hotel NH Düsseldorf City Nord in Düsseldorf, Germany, organized by VDI Wissensforum GmbH. This seminar aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the complexities involved in extrusion processes, particularly focusing on identifying and correcting material-related errors that can occur during production.Participants will explore the intricate interactions between materials, tools, systems, and process controls that are essential for effective troubleshooting in extrusion. The seminar will cover various topics, including the use of simulation systems for quality assurance, the application of LEAN methods in problem detection, and the assessment of material-related quality issues. Through practical examples, attendees will learn to recognize error patterns, understand their causes, and develop targeted remedial measures. The seminar will also include discussions on practical case studies where participants can bring forth their own extrusion-related problems and collaboratively explore solution approaches. The seminar will be led by Kenny Saul, the Managing Director of SHS Plus GmbH, who has extensive experience in extrusion process optimization. With over eight years in the field, he combines his role as Managing Director with being a private lecturer at various universities, focusing on energy and resource efficiency, as well as materials engineering for non-metallic materials. The event promises to enhance participants' knowledge and skills in controlling product properties and quality through a variety of parameters in the extrusion process. Topics such as strategic optimization methods, including Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED), will also be discussed to facilitate effective process improvements.