Michael Rhinehart

Michael Rhinehart is the technical and quality director of Clextral Inc. and has 22 years in Clextral service. He developed and directs Clextral’s Top Gun Training for mechanics and extruder operators.

4 steps to optimize extruder maintenance and reduce costs

Keeping pet food extrusion equipment in good operating condition is vital for efficient production, and requires understanding and implementing proper maintenance practices.

December 19, 2019

Michael Rhinehart

Focusing on continuous maintenance is the number one way for processors to ensure reliable, long-lived extrusion equipment.

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4 steps to optimize extruder maintenance and reduce costs

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