Anton Paar has expanded its extrusion portfolio with the launch of the Brabender TwinLab B-TSE-S 30/40, a pilot-scale twin-screw extruder designed to bridge the gap between laboratory development and production-scale manufacturing.
The new system offers throughput of up to 100kg/h, enabling users to validate process parameters and produce relevant quantities under realistic conditions while maintaining lab-grade process understanding.
“From small-batch production to process transfer, the expectation remains the same: data must be trustworthy,” said André Kayser, Product Manager at Anton Paar. “Building on Anton Paar’s expertise in lab-scale extrusion, TwinLab B-TSE-S 30/40 translates this measurement mindset to pilot scale, combining transparent process data with higher throughput.”
Key features
The most compact extruder in its class, TwinLab B-TSE-S 30/40 features an integrated drive for use in tight pilot environments. The co-rotating twin screws are driven by 39kW, operate up to 1200rpm, and deliver 150Nm per screw under process conditions of up to 450°C and 300 bar.
A clamshell barrel opens at the touch of a button, providing direct access to process areas for cleaning, screw changes and inspection without teardown. Detachable liner inserts enable quick changes of liner materials or hardness for abrasive, corrosive or sensitive recipes while minimising cross-contamination.
Software and integration
The system’s integrated engineering interface enables software-based I/O configuration for digital and analog signals, allowing users to add or remap sensors, actuators, feeders and downstream devices without hardware rebuilds.
The MetaBridge software provides process visibility and control, recording and visualising key parameters such as torque, temperature, pressure, screw speed and throughput to support trial comparison, standardised reporting and data export.
Anton Paar TwinLab extruder is designed for efficient development, reliable small-batch production and smooth transfer to larger-scale operations.
