extensive mixing .intensive or extensive mixing takes place in the extruder as a function of screw geometry and operating conditions. • Internal Screw Mixers are used in Non –Cohesive Solids. Working of an internal srew mixer APPLICATIONS OF INTERNAL SCREW MIXERS • Mixing and homogenization of powders. • Granulation of powders. • Addition or injection of dyes into dry powders. • Processing of powders under inert conditions. • Heating and cooling of powders. • De aeration and densification of powders.