Brabender MetaStation 4 Prep combines mixing, extrusion
Brabender MetaStation 4 Prep This sample preparation center combines batch mixing, single-screw and conical twin-screw extrusion in a single system with integrated five-zone tempering. It standardizes key variables such as quantity, loading or feeding sequence, speed, time, temperature and attachment configuration. The central touchscreen controls speed, time and the five temperature zones for repeatability across operators, formulations and batches to create comparable thermal and mechanical sample histories. Single-screw extruder attachments produce strands, ribbons, tubes and other formats at 1.1 pounds per hour to 11 pounds per hour; the conical twin-screw extruder supports demanding PVC and compounding workflows at 1.1 pounds per hour to 22 pounds per hour.
What's new? The MetaStation 4 Prep.
Benefits Greater flexibility in formulation screening while ensuring reliably prepared, comparable samples for downstream testing of materials including thermoplastics, PVC, elastomers and recyclates. It conserves material, shortens trial loops and establishes reliable starting conditions before large-scale production.
Anton Paar, Ashland, Va., 804-550-1051, www.anton-paar.com
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