J Boone & Sons - Boone Horizontal Mixer

Applications & Use Cases

• Mixing various dough types for bread, pastries, and biscuits.
• Blending dry ingredients such as flours, sugars, and spices.
• Incorporating fats, liquids, and other additives into food mixtures.
• Homogenising batters and other semi-liquid food products.
• Mixing ingredients for confectionery and snack production.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 100 litres to over 1000 litres, with this unit offering a substantial 370-litre maximum capacity.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a three-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction material

As stated, all stainless steel construction is standard for food processing equipment, ensuring hygiene and durability.

Mixer type

Horizontal delta blade mixers are known for their intensive mixing action, suitable for viscous and dense products.

Discharge mechanism

A 'bomb door' discharge is a common feature on horizontal mixers, facilitating rapid and complete emptying of the product.

Ancillary equipment

The inclusion of a tote bin loader is a practical feature, streamlining material handling and loading processes for this class of mixer.

Footprint

Horizontal mixers, particularly those with integrated loading systems, typically require a significant floor area and adequate headroom for operation and maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are best suited for a horizontal delta blade mixer?

  Horizontal delta blade mixers are particularly effective for high-viscosity products, dense doughs, and applications requiring thorough, consistent blending of multiple ingredients.

• What maintenance is typically required for this type of mixer?

• Can this mixer handle both dry and wet ingredients?

• Is it possible to control mixing speed?

• What are the benefits of stainless steel construction?

• What safety features should I expect on a mixer of this kind?