Green temperature management extruders
From September 2024 we have an internship available for a student with a bachelor or master’s in mechanical engineering, Process Technology or similar specialization. In consultation with the department this can be a graduation study. Challenge of this internship is to research whether it is possible to adjust the temperature setting of the extruder during an apply, to minimize energy consumption and lower the strip temperature, while ensuring a good strip quality. In addition, can the temperature management made adaptive?
The product department R&D Extrusion, Cutters and Flexx is responsible for the development of flexible machines for breaker and body-ply materials for the tire building industry. Using extrusion technology is emerging in this industry. The development of this is an important part of the production process of breakers and body-plies and with the strip wrapping process of car tires.
This department is also responsible for the management and maintenance of the “standard” of our machines in our portfolio. We support other departments such as Sales and Production and we work together with different R&D departments on projects in cross-functional teams. Within R&D Extrusion, Cutters and Flexx we work with 25 professionals. The team consists of Mechanical Engineers, Software Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Process Engineers and a Technical Writer.
VMI R&D offers an enthusiastic and inspiring working environment.
VMI will provide the required software and ICT requirements (laptop) to work on the problem. VMI R&D provides multiple extruders which can be used for testing. Together with a software / test engineer, test can be executed.
Within VMI rubber strip is being produced by extruding. This is a continues process, but VMI has also start-stop applications. Rubber is plastified and pressurized by the screw and gearpump, then shaped using a die. TCU’s can heat or cool the extruder, to keep it on the desired temperature. This process needs and generates a lot of energy. A better temperature management could reduce the energy consumption of the process. Some parts we can 3D print, with additional cooling/heating channels to improve heat transfer.
Part of this internship:
- Analysing and visualizing current system and energy flows;
- Propose improved temperature management;
- Implement and test new settings;
- Presentation of the results to the stakeholders.
You are given the chance to learn within a cosy team for 6 months. Your research will be of added value for the organization.
You will receive a compensation for this internship and compensation for travel costs.
Besides our own internship program, you have the opportunity to participate within a Masterclass of Perron038.
These Masterclasses are organized each time by different companies and relate to soft skills, but can for example also be about LinkedIn, project management and job application tips.
VMI is one of the partners at innovation center Perron038 in Zwolle. Various technical companies work together here in the field of Technology and they share knowledge and experiences with each other in an inspiring environment. At the training sessions & Friday afternoon drinks at Perron038 you will also meet students from the other companies in the region. Want to know more about Perron038? Lees verder
With your internship at our company, you make a valuable contribution to our organization. Your input and ideas help us achieve our goals and improve our services.
As an intern, you bring:
- A fresh perspective and new ideas that help us improve our processes
- An opportunity to inspire and motivate our employees with your enthusiasm and energy
- A chance to enrich our culture and values with your unique perspective
