Paddle Industrial Mixers
Description
Paddle industrial mixers are designed to mix materials using a horizontal rotating shaft equipped with fixed arms and paddle-shaped feet. These mixers are particularly effective in handling solids, as the paddles impact the materials, facilitating movement and mixing within the unit.
Working Principle
Paddle mixers operate by utilizing a horizontal shaft with paddles that rotate to create a scooping, lifting, and tumbling motion. This motion generates a three-dimensional figure-eight pattern, which continuously pulls material from the outer edges of the mixer bed into the center. This central area is where the mixing action is most aggressive, ensuring thorough and precise blending of materials. The design allows for gentle handling of materials, making it useful for mixing solids with varying particle sizes, densities, and viscosities.
Applications
Paddle mixers are versatile and can be used in a variety of industrial applications. They are particularly suited for mixing dry solids, such as powders and granules, and can also handle pastes and slurries. Specific examples include the mixing of food products, pharmaceuticals, and chemical compounds where uniformity and consistency are critical.
Advantages over other Industrial Mixers
One of the key advantages of paddle mixers is their ability to handle a wide range of particle sizes and material viscosities. The design allows for easier access for cleaning between batches, which is beneficial in industries where contamination must be minimized. Additionally, the gentle mixing action reduces the risk of damaging delicate materials, making paddle mixers preferable for applications requiring careful handling.
Limitations
Paddle mixers may not be suitable for all types of materials, particularly those that are extremely viscous or sticky, as these can hinder the mixing process. The design may also limit the speed at which materials can be mixed, potentially leading to longer processing times compared to other mixer types.
Considerations
When considering paddle mixers, it is important to evaluate the initial costs, which can vary based on the size and complexity of the mixer. Operating expenses should also be considered, as energy consumption can be significant depending on the duration and intensity of mixing required. Durability is generally high, but regular maintenance is necessary to ensure longevity and accuracy in mixing. Replacement and maintenance costs should be factored into the overall cost of ownership, as wear and tear on the paddles and shafts can occur over time.
from Charles Ross & Son Company
TPaddle Blenders consist of a U-shaped horizontal trough and a fabricated paddle agitator. The paddle agitator includes multiple paddles positioned to move materials in opposing lateral directions and radially. The paddle design is normally applied where friable materials are being blended and when... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Agitators; Paddle
- Capacity (volumetric): 0.4679 to 514
- Media Type: Liquids; Liquid with Suspended Solids; Powder or Granular
- Operating Condition: Batch
from Edwards Vacuum
The iSIS ™ 1000 Slurry Blending and Distribution System is a high-accuracy, point-of-use slurry system that supports mission-critical CMP processes for R &D and manufacturing applications. The system features MassFusion ™ Technology that enables up to ±0.5% blend repeatability... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle; MassFusion™
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
- Media Type: Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Applications / Industry: Chemical Processing; Semiconductor Manufacturing
from Marion Process Solutions
For fast and gentle mixing, Marion's Fluidizing Paddle Mixer uses large paddles with two-directional sweeping motions to create a fluidizing bed. Minimizing direct contact with the paddles, material is swept by the moving air pushed outwards and inwards in fluid mixing movements. The result is a... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
from Mixer Direct
This Air Stirrer powerhead is ready to attach to your stand and get to work. With a 10" X 5/8" stainless rod ground and polished to mate flawlessly with the SCP06262S, this motor assembly will fit most lab or small batch operations. Chuck will accept up to a 3/8" shaft. Air motor is equipped with a... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Agitators; Paddle; Ribbon (optional feature); Rotor-Stator (optional feature); Single Rotor; Twin Rotor; Turbine; Vertical Turbine
- Viscosity Range: 1 to 1000
- Media Type: Liquids; Solid with Liquid Addition; Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Capacity (volumetric): 0.1337 to 4.01
from Jaygo, Inc.
Range of Applications. JAYGO's JTB BLENDER can be utilized for blending dry, powdery, granular, fibrous, and moist solids and liquids together with pasty products up to and including highly viscous masses. The JAYGO JTB MIXER can be used for numerous processes, including compounding, fine mixing,... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle
- Capacity (volumetric): 0.1200 to 0.1700
- Media Type: Liquids; Solid with Liquid Addition; Liquid with Suspended Solids; Powder or Granular
- Operating Condition: Batch
from Heinkel USA
TM 1500 - TM 40000. Termomix ® Paddle Dryer / Reactor. The Termomix ® vacuum paddle dryer / reactor is intended for monoproduction applications or bulk production facilities as mixer, reactor, precipitator and dryer. The agitator is supported on both ends providing excellent mixing... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Agitators; Paddle; Vacuum
- Capacity (volumetric): 38.85
- Media Type: Solid with Liquid Addition; Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Operating Condition: Batch
from Kase Industries, Inc.
Special paddle agitator for gentle but thorough mixing action. Heavy duty construction for years of trouble free service. Standard spray apparatus for moistening soil in the mixer. Safety grate over the entire top with a splashguard. Drop out seals to protect end bearings [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle
- Operating Condition: Batch
- Capacity (volumetric): 20.25
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
from Bepex International LLC
Batch or continuous operations ideal for pre-blending, reacting, volatile removal, and 2nd-stage material heating. Vacuum or pressurized processing available. Different rotor configurations, such as paddles or ribbons, available for ideal agitation and handling of material phase changes. Liquid and... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle; Ribbon
- Operating Condition: Batch; Continuous / In-Line
- Media Type: Powder or Granular
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
from Edwards Vacuum
The iSIS ™1100 Slurry Blending and Distribution System is a high accuracy, low to midvolume slurry system that supports mission-critical CMP processes for R &D or small scale manufacturing applications. The system features MassFusion ™ Technology that enables up to ±0.1% blend... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle; MassFusion™
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
- Media Type: Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Applications / Industry: Chemical Processing; Semiconductor Manufacturing
from Bepex International LLC
Ideal for continuous mixing, coating, hydrating, and homogenizing applications. Feed multiple wet and dry ingredients at once. Outboard bearings and seals make for easy maintenance. Optional jacketed design provides high-efficiency indirect process heating or cooling. The Turbulizer is a continuous... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Homogenizer; Paddle
- Operating Condition: Continuous / In-Line
- Media Type: Liquids; Solid with Liquid Addition; Liquid with Suspended Solids; Powder or Granular
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
from Edwards Vacuum
The iSIS ™ 1200 is a high value, low volume production Slurry Blending and Distribution System designed to handle diverse types of slurries. Using the Edwards vacuum-pressure technology, the iSIS 1200 is ideal for shear-sensitive slurries and is capable of supporting up to four polishers. The... [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle; MassFusion™
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
- Media Type: Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Applications / Industry: Chemical Processing; Semiconductor Manufacturing
from Edwards Vacuum
The iSIS 2000 is a redundant CMP blend and dispense system for high volume manufacturing applications that delivers high slurry quality and availability. The MassFusion load cell-based blending system supports advanced processes and ensures process stability through high accuracy and repeatability. [See More]
- Mixer Type: Paddle; MassFusion™
- Mounting: Floor Mounted
- Media Type: Liquid with Suspended Solids
- Applications / Industry: Chemical Processing; Semiconductor Manufacturing