The Society of Plastics Engineers Twin Screw Extrusion DVD Program. The two DVD’s, shot on location, are enhanced with computer animations that provide a look inside the extruder and graphically show what is happening "behind the scenes" in the extrusion process.

The SPE Handbook on Twin Screw Extrusion is included, and is designed to be used in conjunction with the SPE Twin Screw DVD Program for the training and education of extrusion operators and production floor personnel. It also serves as an excellent introductory volume for new company hires, sales professionals and others associated with single screw extrusion operations. The material is presented in a straightforward, easy to understand format and offers a practical approach to understanding the subject matter. In addition to providing supplemental detail, the handbook contains thought-provoking review questions at the end of each chapter.

Chapter 1: The Extruder
Chapter 2: The Properties and Behavior of Plastic Materials
Chapter 3: The Extrusion Process
Chapter 4: Preventive and Corrective Actions
Chapter 5: Startup, Changeover and Shutdown
Chapter 6: Quality
Chapter 7: Material Handling
Chapter 8: Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

The 90-minute SPE Twin Screw Extrusion DVD Program addresses many of the topics contained in the SPI Body of Knowledge for extrusion and will be valuable to employees who are preparing for the National Certification in Plastics examination.

Paul Andersen, Director Process Technology Coperion, was consultant for the DVD series. Paul also serves on the SPE Extrusion Division Board of Directors and is active in many SPE activities. He teamed with writer Scott Bogue to develop this fundamental, practical series.

SPE appreciates the support given by industry, particularly NewCastle Industries and Ametek, for allowing SPE to film at their facilities.
Special mention to the Pennsylvania College of Technology for creating animations, members of SPE's Extrusion Division for their expertise and Conair for their assistance.