The Art of Extrusion – Shaping, Designing, Optimizing
Konal, Technoform has been a leader in extrusion for over 50 years. What distinguishes your extrusion process?
Konal: As extrusion specialist for thermoplastics, we developed a specific continuous extrusion process. This method is more economical and efficient than processes like milling or injection molding. Thanks to our many years of extrusion experience, we achieve excellent surface quality and precision with a high filler content. The key is the optimal coordination of material, tool, and extrusion process.
What sets Technoform apart besides the technology?
Konal: We see ourselves not only as extrusion experts but also as development partners who advise customers early in product design. Our experts bring deep know-how in material processing and application development. The individual, in-house manufactured tool design is one of our special strengths.
How long does a material change take?
Philipp: New materials undergo a long introduction and testing process. We face complex approval processes, for example in the construction industry and their regulations. Together with customers and suppliers, we also work specifically on integrating sustainable recycling materials (PIR and PCR) and to achieve the same quality results.
What do you value in material procurement for extrusion?
Philipp: High quality, reliability, and compliance with international standards (REACH, C2C) are our focus. We minimize risks through multiple proven suppliers and strive for long-term, social, and ecological partnerships.