500L Ribbon Blender

Product overview

NEW - 500L Stainless steel ribbon blender with double helix ribbon for more efficient mixing.

- Max working volume 500 Litres

- Total volume 625 Litres

- 3 Phase, 415V, 7.5kW Drive

Full specifications of blender below.

A ribbon blender, (also known as a ribbon mixer or a powder mixer) is a type of industrial mixer used to blend, mix, and sometimes coat a wide range of materials in various industries. It's named for the distinctive ribbon-like agitator inside the mixing chamber.

How Does a Ribbon Blender Work?
Mixing Chamber: The ribbon blender consists of a horizontal U-shaped trough or cylindrical container.

Ribbon Agitator: Inside the chamber is a double helical (double helix) ribbon agitator. This consists of two sets of spiral ribbons—an inner and an outer ribbon. The ribbons are typically attached to a central shaft running along the length of the mixing chamber.

Motion and Mixing: The outer ribbon moves materials in one direction, while the inner ribbon moves materials in the opposite direction. This counter-current action ensures thorough mixing.
The ribbons' motion creates a convective mixing action, lifting and folding the material, which ensures uniform distribution of ingredients.

Applications of Ribbon Blenders
Ribbon blenders are versatile and can handle a variety of materials, making them suitable for many industries:
Food Industry - Mixing dry ingredients like flour, spices, and baking mixes. Coating particles with oils or flavorings.
Pharmaceuticals - Blending powdered medications. Creating homogenous mixtures of active ingredients and excipients.
Chemicals - Combining chemicals in powder form. Mixing additives and raw materials for chemical production.
Construction - Mixing cement, plaster, and other building materials. Preparing dry mixes for construction applications.

Key Features and Benefits:
1. Efficient Mixing: The dual ribbon design ensures rapid and uniform mixing, reducing the time needed to achieve a homogenous blend.
2. Versatility: Ribbon blenders can mix a wide range of materials, from powders and granules to pastes and slurries, making them suitable for diverse applications.
3. Scalability: Available in various sizes, ribbon blenders can be used for both small-scale laboratory mixing and large-scale industrial production.
4. Ease of Use and Maintenance: Simple design and robust construction make ribbon blenders easy to operate and maintain. Many models also feature easy-to-clean designs to meet hygiene standards in food and pharmaceutical industries.
5. Energy Efficiency: Ribbon blenders are designed to be energy-efficient, minimizing power consumption while providing powerful mixing capabilities.

Specifications of the F.A Maker 500L ribbon blender:

- Max working volume 500 Litres

- Total volume 625 Litres

- Made from 304 Stainless Steel

- Pneumatic Discharge Valve, clearance from outlet to ground is 800mm or 980mm with casters installed.

- 7.5kW Drive, 415V

- Batch run timer control

- Hinged lid with automatic gas struts to hold lid.

- Grated mesh for loading

- Fully stainless frame

- Heavy duty casters

 Pictures are from our 1000L ribbon blender model. 500L is just a smaller version.

Current lead time 8-10 weeks 

Also available in 100, 200, 300, 1000 and 1500 Litre.