MORTON PLOUGH SHEAR MIXER

• Used for rapid and intensive mixing of powders, granules, pastes, and slurries in the food industry.
• Suitable for blending ingredients in bakery, confectionery, and snack food production.
• Applied in the pharmaceutical sector for homogeneous mixing of active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients.
• Utilised in chemical processing for blending various solid and liquid components.
• Effective for coating applications where a liquid is sprayed onto a solid particulate.

Typical capacity

For this model class (FM 300 D), working capacities typically range from 150 to 250 litres, depending on product density and fill level.

Construction material

As stated, this unit is all stainless steel, which is common for hygiene-critical applications in food and pharmaceutical industries.

Mixing principle

Plough shear mixers use plough-shaped mixing elements rotating at high speed to create a fluidised bed mixing action, ensuring rapid and thorough blending.

Power supply

Units of this size typically require a 3-phase industrial electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with appropriate motor power for the mixer drive.

Features

Commonly found features include hinged hoppers for ease of loading, bottom discharge valves, and often jacketed vessels for heating or cooling.

Footprint

For this class of equipment, the footprint can vary, but buyers should anticipate a significant floor area requirement, plus space for maintenance and loading/unloading.

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

  Plough shear mixers are highly effective for a wide range of products, from dry powders and granular materials to viscous pastes and slurries, especially where high shear and rapid mixing are required.

• Can this mixer handle both wet and dry ingredients?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used unit?

• Is this unit suitable for hygienic applications?

• What are the common discharge methods for this type of mixer?

Dough mixers hold strong reputation within bakery operations for reliable performance and durability. Buyers typically value machines offering consistent mixing quality and straightforward maintenance. When purchasing used equipment, industry attention focuses on bowl condition, motor functionality, and mixing arm integrity. Common strengths include longevity when properly serviced and adaptability across various dough types and volumes. Established brands tend to command preference due to parts availability and established service networks across UK suppliers.

General overview for this equipment type