- Typical capacity
- For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 100 litres up to several thousand litres; this unit is specified at 500 litres.
- Power supply
- Mixer tanks typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, for the agitator motor.
- Construction material
- Units for food processing are almost exclusively constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance.
- Agitation type
- Commonly features a top-mounted agitator with various impeller designs (e.g., propeller, paddle, anchor) depending on the product viscosity.
- Temperature control
- Many mixer tanks include jackets for heating or cooling, using steam, hot water, or chilled water.
- Load cells
- The inclusion of load cells provides precise weight measurement, crucial for accurate batching and recipe control.
- Ancillary equipment
- Ancillary equipment can include control panels, pumps, or additional sensors, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Hygiene and cleaning
- Designed for easy cleaning, often compatible with Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems to meet food safety standards.