Ploughshare Mixer For Continuous Operation
General product information
Maximum homogeneity of the end productHighest throughputs in short mixing times
Granulation in short residence times
Gentle treatment of products
Reliable reproducibility of the mix quality
Compensation of dosing fluctuations
GMP compliance on demand
Machine Type
The continuous Ploughshare Mixer operates on the hurling and whirling principle introduced to mixing technology by Lödige. The mixing elements can be adapted to individual applications. These mixers achieve high throughputs which can be adjusted depending on the residence time, filling level and component properties.
Standard Configuration
Ploughshare Shovels rotate as mixing elements arranged systematically on the mixer shaft in a horizontal, cylindrical drum. The positioning, peripheral speed and geometric shape of the mixing elements are coordinated in such a way that they produce a three-dimensional movement of the product. The mechanically generated fluid bed, with total involvement of all product particles, ensures gentle and intensive mixing.
The resultant individualisation of the particles in the mix (fluid bed) allows the addition of liquids and coating of the particles with ease.
The continuous process is operable at filling levels between 20 and 50 % without influencing the mix quality. The mixing elements are adjusted in order to achieve a constant backmixing during the whole residence time prior to discharge of the mixed product via the outlet for further processing.
The adjustment of the outlet size by means of a slide or an adjustable weir has a direct influence on the residence time.
Options
Heating/cooling jacket for drum and endplates
Heated/cooled main shaft
Dust-free feeding systems
GMP compliance
Various mixing elements and choppers
Specific sealing systems for shaft bearings
Devices for liquid addition
Processes requiring high throughputs
Processing of bulk materials (powdery, granular, fibrous)
Liquid addition for humidification and granulation
Compensation of dosing fluctuations