General - 700ltr Ribbon Mixer

• Blending dry powders and granules in bakeries and snack food production.
• Mixing spices, seasonings, and food additives.
• Combining ingredients for ready meals, sauces, and soups.
• Homogenising ingredients for pet food manufacturing.
• Preparing pharmaceutical and chemical mixtures where hygiene is critical.

Typical capacity

Ribbon mixers of this class commonly range from 50 litres to several thousand litres; this unit is listed at 700 litres.

Power supply

Units of this size typically require a 3-phase industrial power supply, commonly 400V or 415V.

Construction material

For food processing applications, these mixers are almost exclusively constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Mixing mechanism

Features a single shaft with a ribbon agitator, designed for thorough and gentle blending of various product types.

Discharge

Commonly features a bottom outlet for efficient product discharge, which can be manual or pneumatically operated.

Footprint

For a 700-litre unit, the footprint can vary, but typically requires a significant floor area and height clearance for installation and operation.

• What types of products are best suited for a ribbon mixer?

  Ribbon mixers excel at blending dry, free-flowing powders, granules, and pastes. They are also effective for mixing solids with small amounts of liquid.

• How do I clean a ribbon mixer?

• What maintenance is required for a used ribbon mixer?

• Can this mixer handle both dry and wet ingredients?

• What safety features should I look for?

Lab mixers and stirrers hold strong reputations for reliability and durability. Buyers typically prioritise motor condition, speed range suitability, and vessel compatibility when purchasing used units. The equipment category is valued for consistent performance across research and production settings. Key strengths include robust construction, straightforward maintenance, and long operational lifespans. Corrosion resistance of wetted parts merits careful inspection. These devices remain dependable workhorses in pharmaceutical, biotech, and laboratory environments, offering solid value when sourced from reputable sellers with clear service histories.

General overview for this equipment type