Twin Shaft Feeders

Controlled Feeding for Extrusion or Other Process Equipment

Twin Shaft Feeder

The Bonnot Company line of Twin Shaft Feeders enable a controlled material feed to optimize the downstream extruder or other process equipment. They are available in a variety of sizes depending on your need. The Twin Shaft Feeders feature variable pitch knives to change residence time and feed rate. Custom bases and orientation available to match your line layout. Feed beds can be jacketed for temperature management. Integrated controls are available to automatically vary the output rate, maintaining feed levels to optimize downstream equipment.

Standard Design Specifications

Twin Shaft Feeder Diagram
  1. Twin Shafts for large batch handling
  2. Variable pitch knives and gate to change residence time and output rate
  3. Direct Connect Gear Motor
  4. Custom bases and orientation available to minimize the footprint
  5. Sealed Gear Case for durability

Extruder Standard Specifications

Model
8 in Twin Shaft Feeder
8 Series TF
12 in Twin Shaft Feeder
12 Series TF
Layout 55" x 21" x 19" 79" x 19" x 52"
Hopper Opening 42" x 16" 60" x 24"
Motor 5 HP 10 HP
Model
8 in Twin Shaft Feeder
8 Series TF
12 in Twin Shaft Feeder
12 Series TF
Twin Shafts with Variable Pitch Knives

Twin Shafts with Variable Pitch Knives

Bolt through variable pitch knives allow for varying the residence time, shear and mix. Also, easy to replace when worn.

Twin Shaft Feeder Mounted

Twin Shaft Feeder Mounted

In typical production environments, our Twin Shaft Feeders are mounted directly above in order to direct feed our extruders.

Major Customers

Relevant Ancillary Equipment

4 in Catalyst Extruder

Twin Packer Extruders

The industry standard in single screw extrusion.

6 in Terrier Extruder

Terrier Extruders

Robust, Durable, High Volume Processing & Easy to Maintain

PLC Controls

Extruder Controls

The Bonnot Company Offers a Full Range of Control Options For Our Extrusion Systems

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