Extruder Repair

Why Choose Gearbox Repair Company for Extruder Repair?

Full-Service Solutions:

Gearbox, screw, and barrel repair all under one roof.

Precision Machining:

OEM-level tolerances restored or improved.

Root-Cause Analysis:

Failures are analyzed to prevent recurring downtime.

Reverse Engineering:

Obsolete components manufactured in-house.

Documentation:

Full QA reporting with every job

Common Extruder Failures We Repair

Our goal is not only to restore performance but to improve durability with upgraded materials and precision alignment.

Gearbox Issues

Bearing failure, tooth wear, lubrication breakdown, misalignment.

Screw Wear

Abrasion, corrosion, loss of flight depth, uneven wear.

Barrel Damage

Liner wear, scoring, erosion, or thermal damage.

Seal & Bearing Problems

Leakage, overheating, or contamination.

Overheating Failures

Caused by poor lubrication or overload conditions.

Extruder Repair & Refurbishment Process

Inspection & Diagnostics

Complete disassembly of gearbox, screw, and barrel. Dimensional checks and material analysis.

Root Cause Analysis

Identifying load imbalance, resin contamination, or lubrication issues.

Gearbox Repair

Gear re-cutting or replacement, shaft restoration, housing machining, seal and bearing replacement.

Screw Refurbishment

Hardfacing, chrome or tungsten carbide coatings, re-flighting, and straightening.

Barrel Relining

Bimetallic liners, wear-resistant coatings, and precision machining.

Assembly & Testing

Gearbox run-testing, vibration checks, and extrusion performance verification.

Documentation & Delivery

Full QA report.

Screw & Barrel Services

Our goal is not only to restore performance but to improve durability with upgraded materials and precision alignment.

Screw Rebuilding:

Flight buildup, hardfacing, and grinding to restore original geometry.

Custom Screws:

New screw manufacturing for single or twin extruders.

Barrel Relining:

Application-specific liners for abrasive or corrosive resins.

Hard Coatings:

Chrome, nickel, and tungsten carbide coatings for extended service life.

Industries Served with Extruder Repair

Plastics & Extrusion

Film, sheet, and profile extrusion lines.

Food & Beverage

Extruders for cereals, snacks, and pet food production.

Chemical Processing

High-temperature and high-pressure extrusion applications.

Recycling

Extruders handling abrasive recycled materials.

Quality Assurance & Testing

Every extruder repair is validated with performance tests:

Frequently asked questions

Yes, we service both single-screw and twin-screw extruders across multiple industries.

Yes, we offer bimetallic and wear-resistant relining solutions.

Yes, with multiple coatings available depending on resin and fillers.

Yes, we manufacture replacement screws and barrels when refurbishment isn’t sufficient.

Lead times vary, contact us if you need to expedite the repairs.

Fast, Precise Extruder Repairs

Don’t let extruder failures disrupt production. Trust Gearbox Repair Company to restore your extruder gearboxes, screws, and barrels with precision and speed.

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