Extrusion

Description of the technology

Extrusion is the process of deforming a material to give it specific shapes by exerting pressure through a piston rod or punch on the material placed in a container or die. Products obtained by extrusion are characterized by a smooth surface and precise dimensions.

This process is considered to be the most economical way of processing low-plasticity steel. Extrusion is used to produce bars and holes of complex shapes. It is also the primary technique for producing tubes, sections and machine components.

Alternative technologies

  • rolling
  • longitudinal seam welding

Visualisation of action

    Workpiece material types

    • all material groups
    • ferrous metals
    • non-ferrous metals
    • non-ferrous metals alloys
    • ceramics

    Examples of products

    • tubes
    • aluminum profiles for the manufacture of window and door frames
    • steel profiles for the production of structural frames
    • aluminum profiles for car body (e.g. side beams or frames)

    Implementation of the technology

    Required resources

    • hydraulic or mechanical press

    Required competences

    • on-the-job training

    Environmental aspects

    Water consumption

    Energy consumption

    Waste generated

    Expert evaluation

    Competitiveness

    Usability

    Environmental impact

    Development centers

    • AGH University of Krakow
    • Łukasiewicz – Poznań Institute of Technology

    Legal conditions

    Companies using the technology