Extrusion International 3-2025

21 Extrusion International 3/2025 nized across multiple processes as a digital twin. This results in more accurate process data, forming the foundation for troubleshooting and error prevention in subsequent processes. Customers benefit from considerable time savings thanks to centralized data entry and a reduc - tion in rejects and complaints. With the Commander SMART COM 100, BST presents a new, in - tuitive operating concept for web guiding control, enabling seamless operation of both sensor and con- trol unit from a single interface for the first time. Together with the new ekr CON 610 control unit, the new CLS CAM 200 line and contrast sensor offers more precise control and is considerably more compact than its predecessor model. The ex - act positioning of the processed ma- terial effectively minimizes waste and downtime, ultimately increas- ing productivity. 100% print image inspection combined with high-quality web in- spection: the iPQ-Check inspection system helps customers sustainably enhance print quality. With the new iPQ-Check Digital, BST offers a solution that is specially designed for fully digital printing systems and enables fully automatic inspec- tion from the first print format. Thanks to SMARTData, the system is fully integrated into the custom- er's workflow, enabling operator- free job setup and automatic job changeover. AI-supported defect detection enables more precise classification of defects and the creation of customer-specific de - fect categories. This helps the cus - tomer concentrate on relevant de- fects and make informed decision – fully customized to their process. Maximum precision is essen- tial in the production of lithium- ion batteries. This is where the intelligent, networked systems COATINGControl® and SLITTING - Control® come in: The systems en - sure exact positioning of the coat- ing geometry and minimize even the smallest quality-relevant errors. The web-based user interface and automated calibration routine also make operation easier and increase efficiency. The iPQ-Surface inspection sys - tem ensures the highest quality in material production and further processing. It combines state-of- the-art camera technology with in- novative lighting to make even the smallest defects visible. The system is customizable and offers a modu - lar concept for lighting and camera options. The system for inspecting transparent and opaque films was presented at ICE Europe 2025. BST GmbH www.bst.elexis.group New Single-Screw Extruders Boost Productivity in Polyolefin Recycling Bausano was among the key players at the second edition of GREENPLAST. The event, scheduled from May 27 to 30 at Rho Fiera Milano, was a perfect occa- sion to unveil the brand-new E-GO R single-screw ex - truders, specifically designed to improve the efficiency of polyolefin recycling processes. Now available in sizes 44, 47, and 50 L/D, for a total of 8 brand-new models, they expand the product range with even more high- performance solutions. The E-GO R series combines the most advanced extru - sion and repelletizing technologies for the recycling of polyolefins, such as HDPE, LDPE, and PP, derived from in - dustrial and post-consumer waste. With the goal of sup - porting partners in the transition to a circular economy, Bausano expands its offering with extruders capable of handling higher outputs. Specifically, the new genera - tion of E-GOR, ranging from45/37 to 210/37 L/D, can pro - cess up to 1,500 to 1,800 kg/h of non-free-flowing mate - rial and 1,700 to 2,000 kg/h of free-flowing material. E-GO R extruders are ideal for recycling lightweight materials with a moisture content of 5 to 6%. Thanks to a high-performance double degassing system, re- sidual moisture and volatile substances are removed during the process, thus preventing the formation of defects in the pellets, such as "air bubbles", caused by gases present in the input blend or generated during the extrusion stages. E-GO R therefore stands out for the high quality of the extruded product, the result of Bausano’s consolidated expertise in screw design. The geometry of each screw is custom designed to prevent the material fed into the extruder from being subjected to excessive mechanical stress, which could cause degradation of the molten compound. An additional plus of the solution is the dosing system, designed based on the specific characteristics of the ma - terial. Specifically, Bausano offers a system consisting of two hoppers: the first with a flat bottom and volumetric feeding, and the second with forced feeding, which com- pacts the material before extrusion. Bausano www.bausano.com