VMI 3500L High shear mixing vessel

• Used for emulsifying, homogenising, and dispersing ingredients in liquid or semi-liquid food products.
• Suitable for producing sauces, dressings, dairy alternatives, and certain confectionery items.
• Applied in processes requiring rapid ingredient incorporation and consistent product texture.
• Often found in the production of viscous food products where particle size reduction is critical.

Typical capacity

High shear mixing vessels of this type commonly range from 1,000 to 5,000 litres, with 3,500 litres being a substantial size for industrial production.

Power supply

Units in this class typically require a 3-phase industrial electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction material

For food processing applications, these vessels are invariably constructed from food-grade stainless steel, such as 304 or 316, to ensure hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Agitation system

This type of vessel commonly features a combination of top-mounted agitation, scrape surface agitators for wall contact, and a central high shear mixer for intensive blending.

Temperature control

Jacketed vessels typically allow for heating or cooling of the product, using steam, hot water, or chilled water circulating through the jacket.

Ancillary equipment

Units are often supplied with integrated centrifugal pumps for product transfer and recirculation, enhancing mixing efficiency and discharge.

• What is the primary benefit of a high shear mixing vessel over a standard agitator?

  High shear mixers provide intense mechanical and hydraulic forces, leading to faster dissolution, emulsification, and homogenisation, which is crucial for stable product formulations and fine particle dispersion.

• Is this type of equipment suitable for viscous products?

• What maintenance is typically required for a unit like this?

• Can this vessel handle both heating and cooling processes?

• What safety features are commonly found on these vessels?

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