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WENGER

MAGNUM ST
EXTRUDER

Engineered from the ground up for high SME


ratings and unsurpassed versatility
Magnum ST Twin-Screw You asked for it . . . Wenger has delivered
Extrusion Systems: with the new Magnum ST Series — the next
generation of twin-screw extruders.
the Next Generation In addition to higher torque and greater capacity,
in Versatility this powerful, high-speed extruder comes with all
the service and support you’ve come to expect from
the pioneer in extrusion cooking systems.

With maximum speeds up to 1,200 rpm and power


levels to 165 kWhr/t SME at volumetric capacity, the
Magnum ST Series literally redefines versatility.
Step down to a smaller extruder without giving up
capacity. Or use the higher SME levels to take
extruded products to the next level.

Among the benefits of higher specific mechanical


energy (SME) inputs to product quality are:

• Potential for lower bulk density


• Higher absorbency levels of liquid coating
• Smaller cell structure
• Enhancement of textural properties
• Higher cook levels
EXPANDED OPERATING PARAMETERS
Utilizing parallel-shaft twin screws, the new Magnum ST Series extruders are
ideal for the unique processes that require extreme operating parameters. With
their increased process flexibility and rate potential, the Magnum ST Series is
especially suited for:

• Applications with extreme product viscosities


• Processes requiring high SME inputs
• Continuous physical and chemical reactions
• Dispersive mixing applications

The Magnum ST Series is also ideal for applications requiring high torque at low
extruder shaft speeds and for jobs that require increased rate potential, where
rate is dependent on SME and shaft speed.

BETTER FEATURES DEFINE A BETTER MACHINE screw segments are fully intermeshing, they’re also
self-cleaning, which helps reduce maintenance and
With more than 70 years of extrusion cooking experience
sanitation costs.
behind them, Wenger Magnum ST twin screw extruders
provide performance and convenience that is unparalleled in Rotating Elements chart is located on back.
the agri-food and feeds industry.
• Shaft Supports—Each screw shaft is supported at the
• High Torque Gearbox—Offering greater torque than any discharge end to reduce wear and center the shafts within
previous Wenger extruder, the Magnum ST Series allows the extruder barrel.
the extrusion of products with a wide range of bulk
• Homogenizing Screw Elements—Special new
densities, viscosities, cell structure size, and textures.
homogenizing screw elements impart more dispersive

• Sleeved Barrel Segments—The barrel on all Wenger mixing and shear action when needed.

Magnum ST extruders is composed of individual segments • Sanitary Stainless-Steel Extruder Frame—You need all the
for quicker, easier service and repair. Each barrel segment help you can get when switching products and cleaning
is also fitted with a replaceable wear resistant alloy liner facilities. It only makes sense to include a stainless-steel
that increases barrel life as much as 8 times, compared to frame that makes the job easier.
conventional designs.
• Large Steam Injection Ports—Inject even larger volumes
• Fully Intermeshing, Self-Cleaning Screws—A wide of steam to meet extreme operating parameters, thanks to
selection of heat-treated, stainless-steel screw segments larger steam injection ports. Benefits include more
provide greater capacity potential, as well as exceptional capacity, enhanced control of density and greater
process versatility. Mix and match the location and versatility than ever before possible.
configuration of a broad selection of shear and kneading
elements for precise control of product shape, texture, • Precise Barrel Temperature Control System—Instrument

density and cooking time. Screw profile choices from 0.5 and injections ports along the barrel—coupled to and

to 1.5 pitch provide further control of retention time and regulated by the PLC package—permit the measurement

extrusion pressure. Finally, because the deeply flighted and control of temperature and pressure and manage the
direct introduction of steam and water (or slurries).
TAKE PERFORMANCE TO THE NEXT LEVEL
WITH SPECIAL OPTIONS
One of the hallmarks of Wenger Extruders is that many of the amenities that we include as standard equipment are either
unavailable or optional on other extruders. However, there are a number of options available, when and where they’re needed.

Patented DDC Preconditioner Bin Feeder System


Whether it’s used for simple or complex processes, the Choose from screw conveyors or
Wenger DDC (Differential Diameter Cylinder) Preconditioner vibratory feeders combined with bin
(U.S. Patent No. 4,752,139) facilitates the controlled pre- capacities up to 4,250 liters. No
moistening and preheating of dry meals with steam, water or matter the combination, a
slurries ahead of the extruder barrel. Capacities range from 56 Wenger live bottom bin
liters to 3,060 liters, while feeder system ensures
retention time of the uninterrupted and rate-controllable
recipe in the metering of raw materials into the
preconditioner can be preconditioner and extruder. The system is further supported
controlled from as little through load cells that weigh the dry mix in the bin and signal
as 30 seconds to as long to the Loss-in-Weight controller the flow rate through the
as 8 minutes. Uniform moisture feeder device.
penetration of every particle and intensive mixing
makes it practical to successfully extrude products
Barrel Venting Options
with ultra-high levels of liquids or slurries.
The Wenger Density Management System
Benefits also include improved product quality and a significant (DMS) allows for an increase in product
reduction in operating costs as a result of reduced extruder density up to 30%. Water from the vacuum
barrel wear and reduced power requirements. pump can even be recycled into the
process when desired.

DC Preconditioner
The DC (Dual Cylinder) Preconditioner offers Mid-Barrel Valve
many of the same process As a new option on the Magnum ST Series extruders, the
advantages as the patented mid-barrel valve (MBV) permits SME to be increased
DDC Preconditioner by up to 50%, while allowing more precise control of the
but in a narrower process. Because it is an internal component,
range of retention it can also be installed in any
times (15-90 seconds). position along the length
of the barrel.
Back Pressure Valve—BPV Convenient Barrel/Shaft Removal
Mounted on the end of the extruder, Quick and simple barrel/shaft removal is facilitated through
prior to the final die, the back a combination of options, including a hinged cone head that
pressure valve (BPV) provides eliminates the need to open the barrel for cleaning or for
on-line control of shear stress changing final screw elements. Meanwhile, a
and SME for regulation of final hydraulically removable barrel simplifies
product characteristics, maintenance for a higher
including: degree of sanitation and
allows quicker service for
• Size and uniformity of cell
less downtime.
structure
• Shape definition
• Starch gelatinization
• Bulk density
• Liquid absorption

The BPV also includes an integral by-


pass feature that allows the operator
to divert product from the die. This is
a particularly valuable feature during
startup and shutdown and when service is
performed on the die/knife assemblies.
Overhead Rail System
External Density Management System Unique to the Magnum ST Series, the overhead rail system
Consisting of an enclosed chamber that surrounds the die/knife permits operators to conveniently add process tools or
assembly, the patented External Density Management System remove extruder barrel components without heavy lifting or
(EDMS) permits control of product density the need for additional equipment. The rail system also
external to the extruder and die. supports the hood, knife and additional options for cleaner
floor space and greater durability.
Desired pressures are maintained in the
knife enclosure by a special
airlock through which the Manual or Automatic Control Systems
product discharges. Take your choice of control systems on the Magnum ST Series
Compressed air is then used to match your specific needs and budget. Options range from
to generate the required manual control panels to fully automatic control of every
pressure within the chamber. aspect of the operation, including automatic control of SME.

As the pioneer in extrusion cooking systems, Wenger continues


to lead the industry in extrusion line control with our APM
(automated process management) system. As the ultimate in
control systems, it utilizes our exclusive Human-Machine-
Interface (HMI) to relieve the programmable logic controller of
many time and memory tasks, including formula storage and
manipulation, color graphic generation and trending.

Technical Data is located on back.


TECHNICAL DATA—MAGNUM ST TWIN SCREW EXTRUDERS
SCREW MAXIMUM INSTALLED POWER MAXIMUM
DIAMETER VOLUMETRIC AT MAX. SPEED SCREW SPEED
(MM) CAPACITY (KG/HR) (HP/KW) (RPM)

57 1,700 250/188 1,200


85 4,800 600/450 1,200
115 12,000 1,500/1,125 1,200
144 22,700 3,000/2,250 1,200

Rotating Elements
INCREASING RESIDENCE TIME

INCREASING SHEAR (STRONGER COOKING ELEMENT)

Superior Technology. Unparalleled Service.


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