Aluminium extrusion consultancy
I’m Ryan Erfurth. I work with extrusion companies to investigate process problems, improve recipes and support the people running the press.
About me
Hands-on extrusion experience. A perspective shaped by plants around the world.
I’ve built my career around extrusion — understanding how it runs, why it goes wrong and how to help a team improve it.
I started at ERNI Electronics, working with plastic extrusion for electronic connectors, before moving into aluminium extrusion as an Application Engineer at Optalex. That brought together hands-on process knowledge, commissioning, production support and troubleshooting.
Working with a wide range of press lines and production teams around the world has shown me different ways of running the same process. That perspective helps me spot recurring weaknesses and recognise useful ideas that can be adapted to another plant.
I’m comfortable working with people of all ages and experience levels, from new operators to seasoned press teams. I listen to the knowledge already on the floor, explain the reasons behind the settings, and connect established know-how with new tools and process data.
Through Press Core, you work directly with me to find the causes of process variation, develop reliable recipes and build operator confidence — from the first review through trials, training and follow-up, on site or remotely.
Discuss working togetherHow I can help
I can help with a specific issue or a wider process review. Together, we agree the scope around your line, your production priorities and the information available.
I review billet heating, press operation, quenching and handling alongside your recipes and working practices. I help identify where variation starts and which checks should come first.
What you receiveA review of the findings and a prioritised action plan.
I review billet temperature, taper, extrusion speed, exit temperature and cooling settings. I help you develop a structured approach to master recipes, production trials and changes between shifts.
What you receiveRecipe recommendations, setting guidelines and trial records.
I investigate recurring temperature issues, inconsistent runs and unexplained production losses. I compare process trends with operator observations to narrow down the likely causes.
What you receiveClear findings, proposed checks and practical actions to test.
I work with your operators and supervisors at the press, focusing on recipe use, recognising process signals and making consistent decisions. I capture agreed practice in clear instructions and handover routines.
What you receivePractical training and working methods your team can use on shift.
I support process trials, software rollout and changes to daily production. Together, we agree what to measure. I review the results with your team and help refine the approach once it is in use.
What you receiveDocumented trial results, agreed next steps and follow-up support.
What I review
A temperature issue may involve more than one setting. I look at the process, equipment behaviour and working methods together to decide what to investigate.
Billet temperature, nose temperature, taper and furnace settings.
Recipe settings, extrusion speed, exit temperature and run-to-run variation.
Cooling settings, puller timing and coordination along the runout.
Process trends, downtime records, recipe history and shift observations.
How I work
I work directly with you and your production and technical teams. I start with the issue you need to solve and agree the approach with you.
We discuss the press, the problem and what you want to improve. We agree the scope and the information needed before starting.
I review the available trends, recipes and working methods with your team. Where direct observation is needed, we work at the press.
We agree practical trials and compare the results against the starting point, keeping the production team involved.
I record the findings and help update the relevant recipes or instructions. Together, we agree any training and follow-up.
Getting started
Yes. A recurring temperature issue, inconsistent recipe or unexplained production variation can be a useful starting point. We agree a focused scope before considering a wider review.
Both. I can often handle data reviews, preparation and follow-up remotely. I can also work with you on site for press observation, production trials and hands-on operator support.
Start with a short description of the issue and what you want to improve. During the first conversation, we can agree which recipes, trends or production records would be useful.
Talk to me
A short description of the issue and what you would like to improve is enough to start the conversation.
I support aluminium extrusion companies.
On-site and remote support.