Bonnot Co. 12" Industrial Extruder – 40 HP Jacketed Barrel Screw Extruder (2000)

🏭 Manufacturer

The Bonnot Company
A leading U.S. manufacturer of extrusion equipment for a wide range of industrial applications including food, ceramics, polymers, and chemicals.

📝 Description

This Bonnot 12" Extruder is an industrial-grade, high-performance extrusion system built on July 12, 2000. It features a 12-inch diameter screw with a 47-inch length, housed in a jacketed and grooved barrel section—ideal for precise temperature control and improved mixing or shearing. The unit is powered by a 40 HP motor (3/60/230/460V, 1775 RPM), delivering reliable performance for continuous processing. The 18" x 18" infeed accommodates large input volumes, while the 41-1/2" centerline height facilitates easy integration into existing production lines. This extruder is mounted on a sturdy, painted carbon steel frame and is perfect for demanding industrial operations.

⚙️ Specifications

Manufacturer: The Bonnot Company

Screw Diameter: 12 inches

Screw Length: 47 inches

Barrel: Jacketed, grooved section for thermal control

Motor: 40 HP, 3-phase, 60 Hz, 230/460V, 1775 RPM

Infeed Dimensions: 18" x 18"

Centerline Height: ~41-1/2 inches

Frame: Painted carbon steel with 4-leg support

Serial Number: 83605

Sales Order Number: 7019A

Build Date: July 12, 2000

🧩 Applications

This extruder is suitable for a variety of continuous processing applications across industries:

Plastics pelletizing and compounding

Rubber and elastomer forming

Ceramic pastes and clay shaping

Chemical paste and catalyst extrusion

Biomass densification and fuel processing

Food extrusion (e.g., pasta, pet food)

Pharmaceutical material blending

Industrial adhesives and sealants production

Powder coatings and resins

Polymer recycling and reprocessing

🔧 What Might This Be Used For?

Manufacturing pet food or extruded snacks

Processing rubber into sheets or preforms

Extruding ceramic tiles or structural clay

Reprocessing recycled plastic pellets

Producing fuel pellets from biomass

Mixing and extruding pharmaceutical powders

Creating hot melt adhesives or sealant sticks

Continuous compounding of specialty polymers

Shaping chemical catalysts into uniform rods

Producing composite materials or pastes