Operation and Maintenance of Ring Extruder

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for operating and maintaining the ring extruder to ensure proper extrusion of rings during the manufacturing process.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the ring extruder in the manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of production operators, maintenance staff, and quality control personnel to follow this SOP to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the ring extruder.

4) Procedure

4.1 Preparation

1. Ensure the ring extruder is clean and calibrated before use.
2. Verify the availability of raw materials ready for extrusion.
3. Inspect the extruder, including dies and heating systems, to ensure they are clean and in good working condition.

4.2 Extrusion Process

1. Set the extrusion parameters (e.g., temperature, pressure) based on batch specifications.
2. Feed the raw material into the extruder and start the extrusion process.
3. Monitor the extruded rings for size, shape, and consistency.

4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance

1. After completing the extrusion process, clean the extruder thoroughly using approved cleaning agents and procedures.
2. Inspect and replace worn-out parts as per maintenance schedule.

5) Abbreviations, if any

N/A

6) Documents, if any

Batch production record, Cleaning log, Ring extruder specifications

7) Reference, if any

GMP guidelines, Manufacturer’s operating manual for ring extruder

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