UPVC Pipe Extrusion Line

UPVC Pipe Extrusion Line

This modular UPVC Pipe Extrusion Line converts dry-blend PVC powder or CPVC compound into rigid pressure and non-pressure piping from 16 mm to 630 mm outer diameter (OD). Powered by conical twin-screw extruders (SJZ series), the line produces pipes fully compliant with ISO 1452, ASTM D1785, DIN 8061/8062, and BS EN 1401 international standards.
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This modular UPVC Pipe Extrusion Line converts dry-blend PVC powder or CPVC compound into rigid pressure and non-pressure piping from 16 mm to 630 mm outer diameter (OD). Powered by conical twin-screw extruders (SJZ series), the line produces pipes fully compliant with ISO 1452, ASTM D1785, DIN 8061/8062, and BS EN 1401 international standards.

 

To maximize plant throughput across varying dimensional bands, the system supports multi-strand and single-strand extrusion modes: 4-outlet configuration for small electrical conduits (DN16–32), double-outlet for mid-range piping (DN16–110), and single-outlet for heavy-duty water and municipal sewer lines (DN50–630).

 

Production Process

 

Material flows sequentially through ten synchronized engineering stages:

 

Dosing & Feeding: UPVC resin powder, thermal stabilizers (Ca-Zn/Lead/Tin), impact modifiers, and CaCO₃ filler enter the feed throat via an automatic spring loader or vacuum conveyor equipped with continuous level sensors.

 

Plasticization & Extrusion: Counter-rotating conical twin screws subject the compound to controlled mechanical shear and gradient thermal zones, melting the polymer without thermal degradation or chain scission.

 

Vacuum Melt Degassing: A liquid-ring vacuum pump vents trapped air, moisture, and volatile gases at -0.095 MPa, preventing micro-porosity and wall void defects.

 

Die Head Flow Distribution: Melt flows into a 40Cr forged spider die head or spiral distributor die, maintaining uniform velocity and wall concentricity across all stream outlets.

 

Vacuum Calibration & Primary Cooling: The molten tube enters a stainless-steel vacuum calibration tank. A high-precision bronze or stainless calibration sleeve establishing exact outer diameter (OD) under negative pressure, while continuous chilled water spray solidifies the outer shell.

 

Multi-Stage Water Cooling: Secondary spray cooling tanks lower the core temperature below the glass transition threshold (Tg), relieving internal thermal stresses.

 

Synchronized Caterpillar Haul-Off: Multi-claw caterpillar pullers (2 to 8 claws depending on pipe OD) supply stable linear pulling tension. Speed regulation is continuously synchronized with the extruder via digital encoder feedback.

 

Chipless / Orbital Cutting: Automatic planetary saws or chipless rotary knives execute burr-free perpendicular cuts according to programmed pipe lengths. Integrated vacuum extraction removes residual swarf.

 

Inline Belling / Socketing (Optional downstream): Pipe ends are automatically heated and molded with socketing units to form solvent-cement sockets or rubber-ring (R-R) elastomeric joints.

 

Pneumatic Discharge Stacker: Finished pipe segments drop onto a pneumatic tilting table for final dimensional audit, quality sampling, and packaging.

 

Main Components & Technical Standards

 

Critical mechanical, drive, and control sub-assemblies are built with standardized tier-1 industrial components to ensure global spare parts availability and interchangeability:

Sub-Assembly

Standard Component Brand / Spec

Engineering Function & Technical Specification

Main Motor

Siemens / SIMO AC Motor

Variable frequency drive (VFD) regulated motor providing constant output torque across low and high RPM ranges.

Extruder Gearbox

Taiwan Sunlung / JC Brand High-Torque Gearbox

Heavy-duty helical reducer with integrated high-capacity thrust bearing block absorbing axial backpressures ≥ 35 MPa.

Screw & Barrel

38CrMoAla Alloy Steel (Nitride depth: 0.5–0.7 mm; Hardness: ≥ 950 HV) / Optional Bimetallic Layer

Conical twin-screw geometry optimized for PVC shear sensitivity; features closed-loop internal oil cooling for active screw core temperature control.

Extrusion Die Head

40Cr Forged Alloy Steel with Mirror-Polished Hard Chrome Plating

Spider or spiral manifold design for uniform flow distribution; equipped with multi-zone cast-aluminum ceramic heaters.

Main Inverter & VFD

Fuji / ABB Frequency Inverters

Closed-loop speed control for main drive, feeder, haul-off, and cutting unit.

PLC Control System

Siemens PLC (S7-1200 / S7-1500) & Touchscreen HMI

Centralized operational control with recipe storage, real-time temperature tracking, fault diagnostics, and Industrial Ethernet / Modbus interface.

Temperature Control

Japan RKC PID Controllers / Integrated Siemens Modules

Solid-state relay (SSR) control maintaining barrel thermal stability within ± 1°C.

Low-Voltage Electrics

Schneider Electric / ABB

IP54-rated control enclosure housing circuit breakers, contactors, and thermal overload interlocks.

Pumps & Hydraulics

Stainless Steel Impeller Pumps / Italy Oiltec Valves

Liquid-ring vacuum pumps, high-head water pumps, and hydraulic valve blocks for stable mechanical clamping and movement.

 

Key Advantages

 

Formulation Flexibility for High CaCO₃ Loading: Deep-nitrided conical twin screws provide uniform mixing at lower shear temperatures, allowing processing of formulations containing up to 30–50 phr Calcium Carbonate without screw scuffing or melt degradation.

 

Heavy-Duty Frame Rigidity: Structural machine frames are welded from thick-walled steel tubing and stress-relieved prior to multi-axis CNC machining, preventing frame misalignments during long-term continuous operation.

 

Optimized Energy Efficiency: Insulated ceramic barrel heaters with forced-air cooling shrouds and closed-loop oil temperature regulation minimize power consumption (0.22–0.28 kWh/kg).

 

Closed-Loop Speed Matching: Digital encoder feedback between the extruder main motor, feeder, and caterpillar haul-off maintains uniform wall thickness during line startup and speed transitions.

 

Clean Chipless Cutting: Planetary cutting units feature orbital blades and integrated dust extraction, producing square, smooth pipe ends ready for immediate socketing.

 

Technical Specifications Matrix

 

Model Code

Pipe Diameter Range (OD)

Extruder Model

Die Outlets

Max Output (kg/h)

Installed Power (kW)

Line Length (m)

GF-32-4

Ø16 mm – Ø32 mm

SJZ-65/132

4-Outlet

200–250

101

18

GF63-2

Ø16 mm – Ø63 mm

SJZ-65/132

2-Outlet

250–300

105

23

GF110-2

Ø50 mm – Ø110 mm

SJZ-80/156

2-Outlet

350–450

140

27

GF160

Ø50 mm – Ø160 mm

SJZ-65/132

1-Outlet

200–300

115

26.5

GF250

Ø90 mm – Ø250 mm

SJZ-80/156

1-Outlet

300–400

145

28

GF400

Ø200 mm – Ø400 mm

SJZ-80/156

1-Outlet

300–400

210

30

GF630

Ø315 mm – Ø630 mm

SJZ-92/188

1-Outlet

600–700

340

41

 

Typical Applications

 

Electrical Conduit Piping: Small-diameter UPVC conduit (Ø16 mm–Ø32 mm, 4-outlet output) for cable protection and building electrical wiring.

 

Potable Water Supply Lines: Medium-diameter UPVC pressure pipes (Ø20 mm–Ø160 mm, PN6 to PN25 ratings) complying with ISO 1452 and DIN 8062 standards.

 

Agricultural Irrigation Networks: Medium piping for sprinkler mainline distribution, borehole casings, and agricultural drainage networks.

 

Building Sanitary & Sewerage: Soil, waste, and vent (SWV) pipes (Ø50 mm–Ø200 mm) and underground gravity sewer lines complying with BS EN 1401 standards.

 

Industrial Chemical Piping: Chemical-resistant UPVC and CPVC piping (up to Ø630 mm) for industrial fluid transport and storm-water drainage trunks.

 

How to Select the Right Machine Configuration

 

Selection Criteria

Engineering Consideration

Recommended Line Configuration

Target Outer Diameter (OD)

Conduit production vs large municipal drainage pipe.

Ø16–32 mm: Choose GF-32-4 (4-Outlet)
Ø16–110 mm: Choose GF63-2 or GF110-2 (2-Outlet)
Ø160–630 mm: Choose GF160 to GF630 (Single Outlet)

Hourly Output (kg/h)

Target annual tonnage of processed PVC powder.

Up to 300 kg/h: SJZ-65/132 Extruder
350 to 450 kg/h: SJZ-80/156 Extruder
Up to 700 kg/h: SJZ-92/188 Heavy-duty Extruder

Material Formulation

Resin K-value (K-67 vs K-57), CaCO₃ phr ratio, and stabilizer type.

Formulations exceeding 30 phr CaCO₃ require tungsten-carbide bimetallic screws/barrels to mitigate abrasive mechanical wear.

Pipe Jointing Requirement

Plain square ends, solvent socket, or rubber-ring (R-R) joint.

Integrate an online automatic belling machine directly downstream from the cutting station.

 

Quality Control & Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)

 

Factory Quality Verification & Test Protocols

 

In-House Machining & Component Audits:
Raw steel (38CrMoAla, 40Cr) spectro-analysis and metallurgical certificates.
Dynamic balance testing for screws and high-speed cutting assemblies.
Alignment verification for gearbox output shafts and vacuum sealing tanks.

 

Factory Acceptance Test (FAT):
72-Hour Continuous Load Run: Full machine trial using standard UPVC compound or buyer-supplied powder.
Dimensional & Wall Audits: Laser outer diameter and wall thickness roundness verification across produced samples.
Thermal & Electrical Audit: Infrared thermal inspection of heat zones; power consumption monitoring under full output load.

 

Why Work with Us

 

15+ Years Machine Building Knowledge: Specialized engineering teams experienced in international plant layouts, screw design optimization, and formulation troubleshooting.

 

Global Spare Parts Availability: Core operational spares (barrel heaters, thermocouples, pressure sensors, seals, and cutter blades) maintained in inventory for rapid dispatch. Standard machine lead time within 60 days.

 

Field Service & Commissioning Support: Overseas technical assistance available across South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe for installation, startup, and operator training.

 

Complete Engineering Documentation: Machine shipments include complete electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, spare parts catalogs, and step-by-step operating manuals in English.

 

FAQ

 

Q: Conical vs. Parallel Twin-Screw Extruders for UPVC?

A: Conical extruders (SJZ series) run at lower RPM with high plasticizing shear, making them more cost-effective and ideal for heat-sensitive UPVC powder and high-filler compounds. Parallel extruders suit ultra-high output, continuous large-scale operations with higher investment costs.

Q: Can one extrusion line cover all pipe sizes (e.g., DN16 to DN630)?

A: No. Downstream units (cooling tanks, pullers, cutters) are sized for specific diameter bands. Small conduits (DN16–32) use 4-outlet lines, mid-range pipes (DN50–160) use single/double outlet, and large pipes (DN315–630) require dedicated heavy-duty lines.

Q: How does the line handle high Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃) formulations?

A: We use deep-nitrided 38CrMoAla screws designed to minimize shear heat. For filler content exceeding 30–50 phr, we upgrade to tungsten-carbide bimetallic screws/barrels to extend service life beyond 30,000 hours.

Q: What site utilities are required before installation?

A: Four basic inputs: 3-phase power supply (101–340 kW), compressed air (0.6–0.8 MPa), chilled cooling water (≤ 15–20°C), and raw material dosing/mixing staging space.

Q: What standard Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) is provided?

A: Every line undergoes full mechanical checks and a 72-hour continuous test run under load using UPVC compound. Pipe samples are inspected for OD, wall concentricity, and thermal stability before dispatch.

 

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