Project Details

Services Used

Mechanical Design, CAD Design & 3D Modeling, 3D Rendering & Simulation, Manufacturing Process Consulting, Product Development Consulting, Product Support & Manufacturing Documentation

Overview

This custom-designed mixer was developed to improve polymer flow uniformity and thermal consistency in a high-performance extrusion-sheet processing line. Created for an industrial plastics processor aiming to maintain a consistent sheet profile to reduce material waste, the solution was tailored to meet specific flow diameter and mixing length requirements critical to downstream die performance. This solution equipped the client with an efficient solution that improved scrap rates and process consistency during production.

Process

• Developed custom casing with flanged connections to simplify installation and maintenance protocol
• Designed custom coil elements tailored to specified flow diameter and mixing length requirements
• Modeled full system assembly for die process requirements and interface measurements
• Partnered with client to establish scope and design for efficient flow characteristics
• Created supporting production drawings and documents including:
  • Bill of Materials (BOMs) for accurate part sourcing and inventory management
  • Assembly instructions & exploded view for manual and maintenance guide
  • Technical documentation & fabrication-ready drawings (including GD&T for precision machining) to support vendors and manufacturers

Design Tools

Fusion 360