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Basket Extruder

Extruder

  • A Basket Extruder is a specialized type of extrusion equipment used primarily in the pharmaceutical industry for the continuous mixing / kneading and extrusion of high-viscosity materials.
  • It consists of a cylindrical basket or screen through which material is forced by a rotating screw.
  • Basket extruders are crucial for the production of pharmaceutical formulations such as tablets where precise mixing and homogenization are critical.

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Configuration

Modular, Standalone, inline, or rotary.

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Detailed Information on Basket Extruder

Umang’s Basket Extruder is the lowest pressure extruder available. The wet mix, which is typically prepared in a kneader, pug mixer or high shear granulator (pharma), is metered into the feed hopper by a feeder or hand fed. Prepared material is fed into a perforated basket which also serves as the extrusion screen. The material is forced through the screen by rotating blades. Blade speed and gap can be adjusted. The fine granules produced collect in a polished stainless steel receiving pan. The Benchtop Granulator sets up quickly, ready for immediate use. All process wetted parts are made of stainless steel and disassemble easily for cleaning. The Umang Basket Extruder includes different perforated screens ranging between -0.5mm to 3.0mm diameter holes. Explosion-Proof Design: Built with safety features to prevent explosions, ensuring secure operation. Automatic Cleaning: Equipped with WIP/CIP (Wash-In-Place/Clean-In-Place) systems for easy and thorough cleaning of the entire machine. 21 CFR Part 11 Certified Controls: Meets regulatory standards for electronic records and signatures, ensuring compliance. FEATURES Advanced Process : Features user-friendly, automated plant control for efficient operation. Jacketed/Insulated Bowl: Maintains consistent temperature and improves process control with a temperature-regulated bowl. Total Containment: Uses up- and downstream split valves and flexible isolation systems for complete containment and dust-free operation. Integration with Mill/Fluid Bed: Can be connected with mills and fluid beds for a seamless, dust-free process. Video Monitoring: Includes video surveillance for real-time process monitoring and control. Flexible Feeding Options: Supports product feeding by gravity or vacuum loading directly from containers. Validation Documentation: Provides GAMP-compliant validation documentation and support for easy system qualification. PERKS 1. Consistent Extrusion Pressure: Ensures uniform pressure across the entire screen area for even and high-quality extrudates. 2. Scalable Operation: Easily scalable to accommodate increased production needs, supporting growth and adaptability in manufacturing. 3. High Yield Efficiency: Maximizes production efficiency with high yield rates, reducing waste and improving cost-effectiveness. 4. Enhanced Particle Size Distribution: Achieves better particle size distribution, contributing to improved product quality and consistency. 5. Minimal Hold-Up Volume: Designed to minimize hold-up volume, reducing material waste and optimizing overall process efficiency.

ModelUBRE-75UBRE-150UBRE-300UBRE-450UBRE-600
CapacityUpto 10 kgUpto 100 kgUpto 300 kgUpto 500 kgUpto 800 kg

Highlights of Basket Extruder

  • - Modular / Compact / Cost efficient & GMP design.
  • - Continuous operation.
  • - Gentle product treatment results in low product temperature.
  • - VFD Driven motor for variable speed of extruder.
  • - Various mesh configuration with different perforation / area / thickness for product suitability.
  • - Complete process Automation with PLC controls & HMI.
  • - Larger & Efficient production.

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FAQs on Basket Extruder

A Basket Extruder is used for low-shear extrusion of wet masses to produce uniform cylindrical extrudates. It is commonly used in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for pellet production and water dispersible granule (WDG) manufacturing.

The Basket Extruder operates under low extrusion pressure and provides gentle product handling, minimizing heat generation during processing. This makes it ideal for heat-sensitive formulations that require controlled processing conditions.

The wet mass is fed into a vertically positioned basket screen where extrusion blades gently force the material through perforated mesh openings. The resulting extrudates are discharged continuously for further processing such as spheronization, drying, or granulation.

Key benefits include continuous operation, high production capacity, low product temperature, minimal dust generation, consistent extrudate quality, easy cleaning, GMP-compliant design, and suitability for large-scale manufacturing.

Yes. The system can be supplied with various mesh sizes, perforation patterns, screen thicknesses, auto-discharge options, PLC-HMI automation, and stainless steel contact parts to meet specific process and product requirements.

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