Profile Extrusion Lines for Reinforced Structural Components
Reinforced Structural Profile Extrusion Technology?
Researchers are applying reinforcement learning (RL) to optimize the shape of extrusion dies. This AI-based approach iteratively adjusts geometry to achieve better flow distribution and dimensional accuracy, reducing defects such as warping and uneven thickness
Industry-wide, extrusion lines now use IoT sensors and AI/ML tools to monitor pressure, temperature, and speed in real time. This enables automated adjustments, predictive maintenance, waste reduction, and overall better product consistency.
Systems like those from KraussMaffei now allow extrusion lines to process up to 100% recycled PVC with flexible layer configurations and high visual quality. These lines include smart flow management to eliminate defects
The Radius-Pultrusion process modifies traditional pultrusion by allowing the die to move laterally, enabling the creation of curved, reinforced profiles—opening up new design possibilities beyond straight profiles.
Though not strictly part of extrusion, TFP is now leveraged for producing reinforcement preforms—fibers such as carbon or glass laid out in precise, stress-aligned patterns then laminated into structural profiles. This enhances performance and reduces material waste.