- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 300 litres to 1000 litres, with this unit being at the 500-litre mark.
- Power supply
- Units of this type typically require a 3-phase industrial power supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz.
- Construction material
- All food-contact parts and the main chassis are typically constructed from high-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.
- Mixing action
- Z-arm mixers provide a powerful, shearing, and folding action, ideal for high-viscosity products and thorough ingredient distribution.
- Control system
- Modern units commonly feature PLC-based control systems with touch screens for programming mixing cycles, speed, and vacuum functions.
- Vacuum capability
- The presence of a vacuum lid suggests the capability to mix under vacuum, which can improve product texture, shelf life, and colour retention, though a separate vacuum pump is typically required.
- Discharge method
- Tilting facilities are common for efficient discharge of mixed product into standard Eurobins or other containers.
- Footprint
- A 500-litre Z-arm mixer typically requires a significant floor space, often around 2.5m x 1.5m, plus additional space for loading and unloading.