This course is presented by Dennis Forte & Associates in conjunction with New Zealand Food Innovation Auckland Ltd (The FoodBowl). D. Forte & Assoc. have been presenting Extrusion training in countries including Australia, Thailand, Switzerland, Norway, South Africa, the UK and New Zealand for more than 20 years.
A Food & Feed Drying Extrusion Course is also being offered with additional discounts for those attending both courses.
Overview
Being independent of all extruder suppliers, we offer unbiased training based on the science and engineering of extrusion. This 3-day course covers the principles of extrusion, the design of extrusion processes for human foods, as well as how the formulation interacts with the extrusion process. Principles learned will be demonstrated using the extruder in the Foodbowl pilot plant.
The program provides a good background in general extrusion technology, as applicable to the manufacture of Feeds and Human Foods. The course is relevant to both single and twin screw extrusion technology and all types of extruded foods - breakfast cereals, snacks, texturised proteins, pasta, etc.
The course will cover topics from the basics of extruder design and their configuration, through what is happening chemically and physically inside the extruder barrel, to an understanding of extruder dies and also the causes of extruder instability.
Topics covered include —
Principles of Extruder Configurations (single and twin screw)
Role of Rheology in Extrusion
Die types and effects, Die Design
Extrusion Chemistry – Recipe Design
Product Density Control
Preconditioning for Extrusion
Causes and effects of Extruder Instability
Screw, Barrel, and Die-plate wear
Extrusion Troubleshooting
Examples in product formulation and the design of extrusion processes will be included to demonstrate the application of the theory. Principles learned will be applied during the practical demonstration on Day 2. Important aspects of peripheral systems (eg raw materials pre-processing, preconditioning) are also covered.
Who Should Attend?
This program is relevant to Technical Staff interested in the formulation of extruded foods and the use of extrusion technology in food & feed processing and also for Operational Staff. The program takes participants from the basics of what extrusion is and what it can do, through to a detailed understanding of the design of formulations and processes and the operation and troubleshooting of extrusion systems.
Sponsors
We appreciate support/sponsorship from companies involved in providing equipment and services relevant to Food Extrusion operations.
Registration Fee
$2250 AUD per person
The Registration fee is set in AUD and will vary when converted to other currencies according to fluctuations in exchange rates.
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A 10% discount is offered for registrations received and paid in full within 14 days.
**Should payment not be received by the due date a new invoice will be issued at the full rate (with the discount removed).
An additional 10% discount applies to all course fees for those attending consecutive courses.
An additional 5% discount applies for three or more course registrations received together from the same company.
Special fees for PhD students and non-profit research organisations (limited places available).
Advise on registration form if claiming special fee.
Registration fees include presentation handouts directly related to the course, as well as lunches, morning and afternoon teas. Participants can order a more detailed hardcover textbook at an additional cost.
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 8 AUGUST 2025 (late registrations can be accepted, subject to being able to process them and receive payment in time)
To book places at this course, click below to access the registration form.
We will confirm your registration and send an invoice for your registration fees. Fees must be paid prior to the course.
OUR CANCELLATION POLICY
Fees, less a 15% handling charge, will be refunded if participants cancel their registration prior to the closing date for registrations. Fees will not be refunded after that date, but a substitute participant will be accepted at any time.
We reserve the right to cancel or postpone the course if necessary (e.g. due to insufficient registrations). In this case a full refund of fees will be available. Dennis Forte & Associates liability is limited to the registration fee only and Dennis Forte & Associates cannot be held liable for air fares, accommodation, or other related expenses.
Venue
New Zealand Food Innovation Auckland Ltd (The FoodBowl)
Te Ipu Kai, 28 Verissimo Drive,
Auckland Airport 2022
Accommodation
Participants are responsible for their own accommodation. Some options in the vicinity of the course include the following.
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ibis budget Auckland Airport
2 Leonard Isitt Drive, Auckland Airport 2150 AUCKLAND
+64 9 255 5152Jet Park Hotel Auckland Airport
63 Westney Road, Mangere, Auckland 2022
+61 9 275 4100https://www.jetparkauckland.co.nz
Novotel Auckland Airport
Auckland International Airport, Ray Emery drive 2022 AUCKLAND
+61 9 257 7200Sudima Auckland Airport
18 Airpark Drive, 2022 Auckland +64 9 551 8888
Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport
14 Airpark Dve, Auckland Airport, 2022 +64 9 275 4540
Further Information & Enquiries
Visit our Contact page.
Extrusion training can also be offered to companies on-site at their facility, at a level suitable for operators, or for technical staff.
Course Presenter
Mr Dennis Forte, a chemical engineer with extensive experience in extrusion processing and die design, including breakfast cereals, extruded snacks, pasta, and confectionery. Dennis has worked with a wide variety of companies using extrusion technology.
Books by Course Presenter
Available to course participants at 20% discount to list price. Limited spare copies will also be available for perusal, (orders at the same book cost, plus delivery, will be accepted for delivery after the course).
Food & Feed Extrusion Technology:
An Applied Approach to Extrusion Theory
This book provides background on extrusion technology relevant to all types of extruded food products.
› Hardcover AUD340 (USD220)
The Design of Food Extrusion Dies
This book is unique in providing specific guidance on die design, with worked examples and tutorials.
› Hardcover AUD380 (USD250)
Food Extrusion Process Scale-Up & Process Transfer:
Witchcraft or Science?
Scaling an extrusion process involves an understanding of many process variables. This book shows how scientific and engineering principles can be used to achieve the required outcome.
› Hardcover AUD380 (USD250)
Food & Feed Drying Technology: A Practical Approach
This book provides practical information on different drying technologies used across the range of food and feed products. It includes design procedures with examples from the authors’ industrial experience.
Hardcover AUD360 (USD235)
Shipping -
› An additional fee for shipping will be charged per order.
› Some jurisdictions may apply additional import duties, charged directly to the receiver of the book/s.
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