Winkworth RT80 Ploughshare mixer

Applications & Use Cases

• Homogenising dry powders, granules, and pastes in food production.
• Blending spices, flavourings, and baking ingredients.
• Mixing ingredients for snacks, cereals, and confectionery.
• Coating applications for food products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class, working capacities commonly range from 50 litres to several thousand litres; this unit is specified at 80 litres.

Construction material

Units of this type are typically constructed from stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance, as indicated for this unit.

Discharge method

Commonly features a bottom central discharge valve for efficient product emptying, as described for this unit.

Agitator type

Utilises plough-shaped mixing tools mounted on a central shaft to create a turbulent, fluidised bed mixing action.

Power supply

Typically requires a three-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz, with varying motor power depending on size.

Cleaning access

Often includes an inspection door or full-opening lid for cleaning and maintenance access, as noted for this unit.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the main advantage of a ploughshare mixer?

  Ploughshare mixers are known for their ability to achieve rapid and intensive mixing, even with difficult-to-blend materials, due to the mechanical fluidisation of the product.

• Can this mixer handle both dry and wet ingredients?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used ploughshare mixer?

• Is this type of mixer suitable for abrasive products?

• How is product discharge typically controlled?