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- CentrifugesIndustrial centrifuges are used to separate, extract or wash products or materials in continuous, batch, industrial or environmental operations. Centrifuges are devices that separate solids from liquids when the two are mixed together. This separation occurs using the centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the centrifuge bowl. Solids are separated from liquids using high speed gravity. Many industrial processes use centrifugation to separate liquid phases and solids from each other. They are often used to extract liquids from solid material in chemical, pharmaceutical, textile, and wastewater treatment processes. The different types we stock include basket, decanter, peeler, pusher, separator or disc bowl and inverting bag centrifuges. Manufacturers include Alfa Laval, Bird, Broadbent, Heinkel, Humboldt, Ferrum, Krauss Maffei, Flottweg, Sharples,Westfalia. Please see below our inventory currently in stock.
- Basket CentrifugesBasket centrifuges or batch centrifuges can also be described as centrifugal filters or clarifiers. They are most commonly used in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries are known for being versatile and reliable. They have a perforated wall and cylindrical tubular rotor. In many cases the outer wall of a basket centrifuge consists of a fine mesh screen or a series of screens with the finer mesh screens supported by the heavier coarse screen, which in turn is supported by the bowl. The liquid passes through the screen, and the particles too large to pass through the screen are deposited. Manufacturers of basket centrifuges include Broadbent, Ferruum, Heinkel, Rousselet.
- Decanter CentrifugesDecanter centrifuges are used in the chemical, oil, food and waste water industries to seperate solid materials from liquid slurries. A solid bowl decanter consists of two horizontal concentric rotating elements contained in a stationary casing. The outer rotating bowl element is tapered so that solids discharge from a smaller radius then the liquor. The inner element is a hollow hub and helical screw conveyor with blades profiled to fit closely to the contour of the bowl. Feed slurry is introduced into the hollow hub by either pump or gravity, and as this automatically accelerates to machine speed the slurry is transferred by centrifugal force into the rotating bowl via discharge ports, where solids settle through the liquor pool formed on the wall of the bowl. There is a slight differential speed between the rotation of the bowl and that of the screw conveyor, which allows the solids to be conveyed continuously along the bowl wall, out of the pool and up the tapered drying beach towards the final solids discharge ports. As for the clarified liquor it discharges continuously in the opposite direction through adjustable overflow ports. Employed as a classifier, the solid bowl decanter effects sharp size cuts of…
- Disc Bowl CentrifugesDisc bowl centrifuges, conical plate centrifuges or disc stack separators as they are know are often used in the dairy and brewery industries and more recently they have been used in the bio diesel industry. The disc bowl type centrifuge operates at speeds of 3,000 to 20,000 times gravity, providing a continuous clarification system that is suitable for materials with a solids content of 1-2% or less. It is designed to separate either a solid/liquid, liquid/liquid or liquid/liquid/solid suspension on a continuous basis. Solids settle on the wall of the bowl and are discharged either manually or automatically by intermittent opening of the bowl. The disc stack greatly increases the effective settling/clarification area, and the liquid and solid phases travel up or down the disc surfaces. The liquid discharges through one or more paring discs. Manufacturers of disc bowl centrifuges include Alfa Laval, Flottweg, GEA Westfalia. Below is a list of used disc bowl centrifuges we currently have in stock.
- Inverting Bag CentrifugesThe inverting bag centrifuge is an automatic, horizontal machine, incorporating an automatic unloading bag. Inverting bag centrifuges are often used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and chemical industries. The front and rear basket walls are pushed forward by a hydraulic unloading bag. The front and rear basket walls are pushed forward by a hydraulic piston to discharge the solids. The filter cloth is arranged as a cylinder, with the rear edge secured to the rear basket wall and the front edge to the basket shell at the front rim. As the piston moves forward, the cloth is turned inside out and the solids discharged in clumps into the solids collection housing. Inverting bag centrifuges are primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry and provide heel removal after each cycle, but are limited to smaller sizes and capacities. Manufacturers include Heinkel and Comi Condor.
- Peeler CentrifugesPeeler centrifuges can offer both a filtering and sedimenting/decanting capability, and is particularly suitable to processing materials in the ultra-clean environment of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. Two types of peeler centrifuge exist: a heavy-duty chemical design and a GMP design. Peeler centrifuges have either perforated baskets and screen membranes for filtering processes or solid bowls for decanting. The centrifuge has a fully opening front-end casing, which allows safe operator inspection of the interior. It also posseses an automatic peeler knife mechanism for final cake removal which can under certain circumstances allow final solids to be removed at high speeds, though not all products are suitable. In an attempt to automatically remove the troublesome residual heels found in virtually all batch filtering centrifuges most manufacturers install various heel removal devices – a feature that would provide complete batch-to-batch containment as well as increased product yield. High g forces and increased discharge speeds means the peeler centrifuge uses shorter cycle times, which can be adjusted to ensure a range of washing capabilities. It can be used for applications where feed slurry has a low or fluctuating solids concentration. Manufacturers of peeler centrifuges include Alfa Laval, Comi Condor, Krauss-Maffei and Sharples.
- Pusher CentrifugesPusher centrifuges are continous filtering type centrifuges used in the separation of solids and liquids. They are mainly used in the production of bulk chemicals, agrochemicals, plastics and foodstuffs. This type of filtering centrifuge not only operates on a continuous basis, but also provides long residence times. Solids are retained as a cake on a wedge wire basket from where it is transported by an oscillating pusher mechanism in the direction of the solids discharge. Feed solids can be granular, crystalline or fibrous, and relatively incompressible. Manufacturers include Alfa Laval, Andritz, Baker Perkins, Krauss-Maffei and Ferrum. Please view our inventory of used pusher centrifuges below.
- DryersWe supply a range of industrial dryers and drying equipment to a variety of process industries including, chemical, dairy, food & beverage and the pharmaceutical industries. A dryer is used to remove moisture from a product to produce a dry, solid product. They can be continuous or batch type, operate under high and low temperature or under vacuum and can be direct or indirectly fired. There are a number of different types available including belt, drum, fluid bed, freeze, paddle, pan, plate, rotary, spray, tray and vacuum dryers. Manufacturers include Blaw Knox, JR Boone, Mitchells, Simon, APV, Niro, Anhydro, Drytec, Calmic, De Dietrich, Glatt, GEA, Pfaudler, Gouda, GMF Nara, Sandvik and more. Please see below our inventory.
- Belt DryersBelt dryers, belt flakers or belt coolers as they are sometimes known are widely used across a range of industries where drying is required on a continuous basis. The product is conveyed through the dryer on a slow moving belt made of stainless steel screens or perforated plates. The product is either dried by passing heated air across the bed or alternatively cooled by spraying water on the underside of the belt. Belt dryers or belt coolers can be single or double belt systems and some manufacturers offer granulation, flaking and pastillation of products. They are often used in the biomass, pelleting, anaerobic digestion, chemical,pharmaceutical, food, wood and ceramic industries. Manufacturers of include Andritz, Buhler, Huber, Mitchell and Sandvik
- Drum DryersDrum dryers are commonly used to dry viscous, concentrated solutions slurries or pastes. Typically they are used in the food industry for the drying of starches, yeasts, baby food, cereals etc. Drum dryers generally consist of one or more hollow metal cylindrical rolls or drums that are mounted to rotate on horizontal axes at a variable speed. Often the drum is heated via steam or hot water. The product is spread onto the surface of the used drum dryer and is dried by the heat transfered throught the metal thickness from the heat inside the drum. A knife is often fitted to the drum to scrape of the the thin layer of dired material from the drum surface. Manufacturers of used drum dryers include Simon Dyers, Buflovak and Gouda.
- Fluid Bed DryersFluid bed drying is suited for powders, granules, agglomerates and pellets. They can be batch or continuous depending on the users requirments. Fluid bed dryers are used for a range of applications across the food, dairy, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The material to be dried is placed on a perforated screen, and air is blown through the screen at sufficient speed until the resulting pressure drop across the bed matches the total product weight. At this point the bed starts to fluidize and flow. Produt is dried from all sides, creating a more uniform moisture distrubtion, reducing the thickness of the vapor boundary layer around the product, and reducing drying time. Manufacturers of fluid bed dryers include GEA Aeromatic, Glatt, Mitchell, Sulzer and Ventilex.
- Paddle DryersPaddle dryers are indirect dryers used for drying, heating, cooling, pasteurization, crystallizing of pastes, cakes, powders and granules. They are used in the chemical, food, minerals, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries. Industrial Paddle dryers consist of a horizontal single or twin agitator rotating within a cylindrical housing which is jacketed for indirect heating. Paddles are attached to the agitator which sweep close to the inner surface of the housing moving the product through the dryer. Often to achieve maximum heating efficiency the dryer is tilted slightly in the direction of the material flow. Manufacturers include Andritz, Buss, SMS, Luwa, Komline-Sanderson, GEA Barr-Rosin and many more.
- Plate DryersIndustrial Plate dryers are mainly used in the production of fine and speciality chemicals. Plate dryers are continuous dryers, suitable for drying powders and granular materials which are free flowing and non-caking. Drying can take place under vacuum or at atmospheric pressure. Material is fed into the top of the dryer onto the first series of heated plates. The rotating raking system turns and conveys the drying product in a spiral path through several revolutions to and over the outer rim of the plate. The product then trickles to the plate below where the material is conveyed to the centre in the same manner as before. This process repeats itself as many times as is necessary until the dry material leaves the dryer at the bottom. Manufacturers include Andritz and Krauss-Maffei.
- Rotary DryersRotary dryers or calciners as they also known can handle a vast range of materials, however they are most likely to be operated in the mining, minerals, fertiliser and chemical industries. Industrial rotary dryers consist of a cylindrical shell rotated upon bearings and usually slightly inclined to the horizontal. Product is fed into the upper end of the dryer and dried product withdrawn at the lower end. Transportation of the product through the dryer is assisted by slowly rotating the shell. There are many types of industrial rotary dryer including: Direct rotary dryer – It consists of a bare metal cylinder with or without flights and is suitable for low or medium temperature operations. Direct rotary kiln – It consists of a metal cylinder lined in the interior with insulating block or refractory brick, in order to suitable for operation at high temperatures. Indirect steam-tube dryer – It consists of a bare metal cylinderical shell with one or more rows of metal tubes installed longitudinally in its interior. It is suitable for operation up to the available steam temperature or in processes requiring water-cooling of the tubes. Indirect rotary calciner – It consists of a bare metal cylinder surrounded by…
- Pan DryersPan dryers or vacuum pan dryers as they also known as are used to dry liquids, pastes or powders under vacuum at low temperatures and normally used on applications that are heat sensitive. They are most commonly used in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Typically they consist of a flat bottomed, jacketed, cylindrical vessel with bottom and side surfaces swept by a top or bottom mounted agitator. The jacket of the vessel can be heated by water, steam or oil. Operation can be under vacuum or atmospheric pressure. Manufacturers include APV Mitchell, Guedu, 3V Cogiem, Comber, Heinkel and Calmic.
- Spray DryersSpray dryers and spray drying plants can be used for a wide range of applications however they are most commonly used in the chemical, dairy, food and pharmaceutical industries. A typical industrial spray drying unit consists of a large drying chamber, feed atomizer, hot air supply and dry product recovery/dust collection system. Spray drying involves the atomization of a liquid feedstock into a spray of droplets and contacting the droplets with hot air in a drying chamber. The sprays are produced by either rotary (wheel) or nozzle atomizers. Evaporation of moisture from the droplets and formation of dry particles proceed under controlled temperature and airflow conditions. Powder is discharged continuously from the drying chamber. Manufacturers of industrial spray dryers include GEA, Niro, Drytec, Anhydro, Buchi and many more.
- Tray DryersTray dryers, shelf or oven dryers as they are sometimes known consist of a cylindrical or rectangular chamber containing heated shelves. Trays containing the wet material are placed on the shelves and dried on a batch basis. Drying takes place at a low temperature under vacuum and the evaporated moisture is removed from the chamber by a vacuum pump and condenser. They are often used for drying small batches of heat sensitive or easily oxidized material. They are also well suited to materials that need very gentle handling, dusty materials and where material loss must be minimized. Industrial tray dryers are commonly used in the chemical, food and pharmaceutical industries.
- Vacuum DryersUsed Vacuum dryers tend to be batch dryers that come in many different sizes and shapes. This category includes double cone vacuum dryers, conical vacuum dryers, rotary vacuum dryers, vacuum pan dryers and more. They all are filled with some type of wet product, and move the product around the dryer under vacuum until dry. The product is either tumbled, agitated with a ribbon or paddle agitator, moved around a pan.
- FiltersFiltration is the process of separating suspended solids from liquids by means of a porous medium. There are many different methods of filtration which means the types and design of industrial filters can vary widely. We supply a wide range of industrial filters and filtration equipment, the different types include: basket, bag, cartridge, filter dryer , filter press, nutsche filter, pressure leaf, reverse jet, rotary vacuum and vacuum belt filters. Manufacturers include Eaton, Gaf, Pall, Schenk, Rosenmund, 3V Cogiem, Charles Thompson, Vevey, VeeBee and many more.
- Basket FiltersBasket filters, bag filter housings or bag filters as they are known are small vessels containing internal baskets in which a filter medium is placed inside. The liquor enters the top of the vessel and is filtered through via gravity the filtrate leaves the filter at the bottom. Basket filters can be single, double or multi baskets and can be construction from steel, stainless steel, exotic alloys or plastic. Manufacturers of used basket filters include Airpel, Allied, Amazon, Eaton, Plenty, Prosep, Gaf Filter Systems, Hayward, ISP Filters and many more.
- Cartridge FiltersUsed Cartridge filters are small units used for the clarification of relatively small volumes of liquids, containing low concentrations of solid particles. Industrial Cartridge filters are pressure housings which contain small cylindrical tubes. Filtering is achieved by forcing the liquid through the cartridge by air pressure. Manufacturers include Cuno, Donaldson, Eaton, Pall and many more.
- Filter DryersFilter Dryers or Nutsche Filter Dryers as they are also known are batch filters installed for solid-liquid separation of suspensions and for washing, drying and isolation of solids in the chemical, fine chemical and pharmaceutical processing industries. The nutsche filter dryer consists of cylindrical pressure vessel middle section, dished top head and a flanged bottom with a removable flat preforated base which supports the filter medium and a top mounted agitator drive with paddles which raises and lowers. This type of filter is often pressure and vacuum rated internally, heated with a jacket and agitator and has either a bottom or side discharge. Manufacturers of used filter dryers include Bachiller, Rosenmund AG, Comber, 3V Tech, Charles Thompson, PSL, Vevey and Pfaudler.
- Filter PressA filter press is batch operated filter in which liquor is filtered through the surface of plates under pressure forming a cake within the supporting frames. The filtrate is collected through special piping and the cake is discharged when the operation is stopped for cleaning. Filter presses are often described according to their plate design. The three types of filter press currently available are the plate and frame, recessed or chamber plate and membrane plate. The plates can be constructed from steel, stainless steel and polypropylene. Manufacturers of used filter presses include Andritz, Carlson, Edwards & Jones, Latham International, R & B Filtration, Seitz, Netzsch, JWI and Yabuta.
- Pressure Leaf FiltersPressure leaf filters are solid liquid separation filters that are used in the beverage, chemical, sugar and other related industries. They consist of a vertical or horizontal pressure vessel which contains filter elements or leaves of circular or rectangular construction made of perforated metal or metallic screens which act as coated filters. The product is forced by air pressure through the leaves and the clean product is collected in a manifold. Manufacturers of pressure leaf filters include Chemap AG, Funda, Sparkler, Schenk and Niagara
- Reverse Jet FiltersReverse jet filters are mainly used in situations where a more specialised option for dealing with dust and other solids is needed. This equipment is available in a wide number of options to suit any situation and produce the results you need, whether that is air or liquid filtration. Our range of reverse jet filters at 3DI Equipment are of the highest quality and have been rigorously tested to ensure you get the best value and performance at all times. These used and reconditioned pieces of equipment offer great value.
- Rotary Vacuum FiltersRotary vacuum filters or rotary drum vacuum filters as they are also referred to are liquid-solids separation machines and can be used across a range of applications. They are used in the chemical, food, paper, pharma and waste water industries. Rotary vacuum drum filters consist of a horizontal drum which is partically submerged in a trough of liquor which rotates slowly. The surface of the drum is constructed of a metalic screen which is covered with a filter medium and it acts as the filtration surface. Vacuum is applied to the interior of the drum and filtration takes place under a constant pressure drop. As the drum rotates a cake of particles from on the filter surface, while the filtrate is collected inside the filter, from where is is removed by a special pump. The cake is removed contiuously from the filter surface via a scrapper or knife. Manufacturers of rotary vacuum filters include Eimco, Buss, Filtration Services, Larox etc.
- Vacuum Belt FiltersVacuum belt filters are used for separating solids from liquids in a wide range of environments can be tailored to fit individual needs, so no matter what you need them for you’ll find the right option. These are very popular options and are used in a number of industries and processes to get the best results. At 3DI Equipment you can find a great range of unused, used and reconditioned vacuum belt filters. All items are regularly checked and maintained so that you can trust you are getting excellent value on every vacuum belt filter you choose. Manufacturers include Andritz, BHS, Delkor, Eimco, Outotec and Sandvik
- MillsMills are used in the processing industries for the size reduction of solid materials into smaller, more desirable particle sizes. Size reduction can occur through impact, attrition or crushing. Mills are often used on production lines in the chemical, pharmaceutical, mining, food and other related industries. Different types of mills include air classifier, attrition, ball, bead, colloid, comminuting, cone, fine impact, hammer, jet or fluid energy, nibbler and roller mills. Manufacturers of include Apex, Alpine, Mikro, British Rema, Buhler, Hosokawa, Steel & Caulishaw, Cowles, Eiger Torrance, Netzsch, KEK, Gardner, Kemutec, Gericke, Powtek, Frymakoruma, Fitzpatrick and many more.
- Air Classifier MillsAir classifier mills or ACM mills as they are known are impact mills with integral dynamic classifiers, which allow them to handle a variety of materials and produce ultra fine grinds. Most ACM mills have variable speed controls that allow a range of particle sizes to be obtained. They offer grinding and classifying in one unit are easy to clean and maintain and are compact in their design. ACM mills are often used in the chemical, coatings, cosmetics, food, minerals and plastic industries. Manufacturers of Industrial Air classifier mills include Alpine, Mikro, Hosokawa, British Rema, KEK Gardner and many more.
- Attrition MillsAttrition Mills are simple and effective high speed mills used for the grinding of difficult products. They are often used in the ceramics, chemicals, coatings, paints and mining industries. Attrition mills consist of a centrally mounted agitator shaft or stirring element on which bars or discs are attached. The agitator is located within a vertical or horizontal grinding compartment in which the grinding media is contained. As the agitator rotates the grinding media is accelerated which results in the product being finely ground. Manufacturers of attrition mills include Eiger Torrance, Hosokawa Micron, Netzsch and Union Process.
- Ball MillsBall mills are cylindrical devices used to grind materials such chemicals, ceramics, minerals and paints. Ball mills rotate around a horizontal axis and are partially filled with material to be milled plus the grinding medium. The grinding medium can be ceramic balls, pebbles or stainless steel balls. As the ball mill rotates an internal cascading effect is created which reduces the material to a fine powder. They can be batch or continuously operated and can grind wet or dry products. Manufacturers include Alpine, British Rema, Steel & Caulishaw, Cowles, Denver, Patterson and other engineering companies.
- Bead MillsIndustrial Bead Mills are used to reduce product or particles to sub micron size. Bead mills are most commonly used in the ceramics, pigments, paints, minerals and other related industries. A Bead mill consists of cylindrical vessel which contains a central agitator equipped with impellers. The cylindrical vessel is filled with grinding media usually beads and as the agitator rotates the grinding media is activated creating shearing and strong forces. The shearing and forces then tear, fracture or crush the product into the desired particle size. They are often used for wet grinding in the coatings, pigments and paints industries. Manufacturers include Buhler, Drais, Dyno-mill, Eiger Torrance, FrymaKoruma and Netzsch.
- Colloid MillsColloid mills are used for the processing of various different products with a wide range of viscosities. They are primarily used for the wet milling of products and can be used to reduce the particle size of a solid suspended in a liquid or to reduce the droplet size of a liquid suspended in another liquid. Colloid mills consists of two parts, the stator and the rotor. Product is sheared in the annular space between the rotor and the stator which are both cylindrical. Product is fed through the rotor shaft to the centre of the rotor, flung out centrifugally between the two half’s of the rotor, and collected from the periphery of the stator. Colloid mills are often used in the cosmetics, chemicals, food and pharmaceuticals industries. Manufacturers include Frymakoruma, Premier and Netzsch.
- Comminuting MillsComminuting mills are used for the granulation, pulverization or dispersion of wet or dry products in the chemical, food, pharmaceutical and related industries. A comminuting mill consists of a hopper into which product is fed, the product slides into an enclosed chamber where it is milled between beaters or knives and reduced to the required particle size. Comminuting mills are used in a number of different processing industries. Manufacturers of include Apex, Fitzpatrick, Mikro and Manesty.
- Cone MillsCone Mills are used for the size reduction of medium or coarse materials that tend to be soft, sticky, fatty or fragile materials which are used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Cone mills tend to consist of a cone in which a impeller bar and screen are located. Material is fed into the cone through an in-feed chute via gravity or vacuum. The material passes to a rotating impeller which forces the material through the holes in the screen until the material has been milled. Manufacturers of include KEK Gardner, Kempten, Hosokawa Bepex, Hanningfield, Ytron and many more.
- Fine Impact MillsUsed fine impact mills or universal mills as they are also known are very versatile and can be used in the size reduction of a wide variety of materials and across a number of processing industries. Typical industries in which fine impact mills are used are the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, minerals, plastics and animal feed industries. They can be equipped with several, easily interchangeable internal mill elements. The mills can be fitted with pins, swing, plate or beater discs depending on the product to be milled. They are often described according to the type of milling element fitted so can be referred to as pin mills or disc mills. Fine impact mills are high speed mills with one stationary and one rotating element. Material is usually fed through the front door at the middle directly into the grinding chamber where the size reduction takes place. Manufacturers of include Alpine, Hosokawa Micron, Condux, Netzsch, British Rema and KEK Gardner.
- Hammer MillsHammer mills are impact mills and can be used to mill hard or soft materials and across a range of industries making them one of the most widely used type of mill. They are very robust and generally have low maintenance costs even when used under the most arduous of conditions. They consist of a number of hammers hinged to an axle. Material is fed from the top of the mill and is thrown out centrifugally and crushed by being beaten between the hammer bars. The material is beaten until it is small enough to fall through the screen in the lower half of the mill. Hammer mills or pulveriser mills as they also referred to are used in a number of different processing industries such as the aggregates, animal feed, chemical, food, mining and other related industries. Manufacturers include Christy Turner, Alpine, Kek Gardner, Fitzpatrick and many more.
- Jet MillsJet mills, microniser mills or fluid energy mills as they are also known, are used for very fine grinding or for materials that must not be contaminated. They are commonly used in the chemical, pharmaceutical and mineral industries. They consists of a grinding chamber in which contains three or more compressed gas jet nozzles at the lower end with an air classifier at the top of the grinding chamber. Material is fed into the chamber and the jets accelerate the particles to produce collisions where energy is released causing particle breakdown. The air classifier at the top of the chamber allows particles through once they have achieved the required fineness and any over sized particles are returned to the milling section where they are further reduced by high velocity collision. There are different types available including fluidised bed opposed and spiral. Manufacturers of industrial jet mills include Alpine, Hosokawa Micron, British Rema, Netzsch and many more.
- Nibbler MillsNibbler mills or lump breakers as they are sometimes known are used for the size reduction and reprocessing of agglomerates, granules and lumps for the powder processing industries. They are gravity fed and provide a gentle milling action ideal for soft or agglomerated products. They consist of an open top grinding chamber which contains a rotating shaft to which 3 or 4 paddles are fixed. Material is fed in the top of the chamber and the rotation and angle of the paddles sweep the product against the serrated screen with the reduced particles passing through the holes. Nibbler mills are often used in the chemical, food, pharmaceutical and related industries. Manufacturers of nibblers include Gericke, Powtek and Bepex.
- Roller MillsRoller mills are predominately used in the grinding of grains such as corn, wheat, rye and barley. However they are also used in the coatings, paint and plastic industries. There are various types of roller mill available usually offering multiple sets of rollers. Manufactueres include Buhler, Metso, Weir and Hosokawa Micron.
- MixersIndustrial mixers or blenders as they are sometimes known are used to mix or blend a wide range of materials across a variety of different processing industries. Typical materials include powders, granules, pastes and liquids. Mixers are commonly used in the chemical, food, pharmaceutical, plastics and mineral industries. There are various different types available depending on the materials that require mixing. The main differences tend to be the type of mixing chamber and blades used within the mixer. Different types include conical, disperser, double arm, high shear, paddle blade, planetary, plough share and ribbon blade. Manufacturers include Nauta, Hosokawa Micron, Bachiller, KEK Gardner, JR Boone, Morton, Lodige, Hobart, Kemutec, Silverson, Greaves, Baker Perkins, Drais, Winkworth, Eiger Torrance, Artofex, Collette, Westerlins and many more.
- Conical MixersConical mixers also known as Nauta mixers are used in the mixing and homogenisation of powders, pastes and slurries within various process industries. A typical conical mixer consists of a conical shaped vessel which contains a top or bottom mounted helical screw that is rotated by a motorised arm. Material is fed into the top of the mixer and once charged the mixer is started. The screw gently rotates around the wall of a conical vessel conveying the material from the bottom of the vessel to the material surface. At the same time the screw removes material away from the wall and deflects it into the centre of the vessel. Material lifted by the screw gravitates downward, thoroughly intermixing with material being spiraled upwards. Once a batch of material has been mixed it is then discharged via the bottom of the mixer by means of a manual or automated discharge valve. Conical mixers are often used in the chemical, cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical and related industries. Manufacturers of include Bachiller, Vrieco, Nauta, Hososkawa, Alfred Bolz and Kmpt.
- Disperser MixersDisperser mixers are mainly used in the mixing of low viscosity products such as paints at high speeds. High Speed dispersers or saw tooth mixers as they are also known consist of a long single shaft with a saw tooth blade mounted on the bottom of the shaft. Dispersers can be raised and lowered into drums for dispersing solid particles within liquids and can be wall mounted or a stand alone unit. High speed dispersers are often used in the chemical, paint, ink and specialty coatings industries. Manufacturers of disperser mixers include Eiger Torrance, Netzsch, Silverson, Ross, Greaves, Sussmeyer, Hockmeyer, Moltini, Schold, Westerlins and many more.
- Double Arm MixersDouble arm mixers, z blade mixers, sigma blade mixers or kneader mixers as they are sometimes known, are often used for production of viscous products including foods, resins, adhesives and plastics. Double arm mixers tend to consist of two counterrotating blades within a rectangular trough that is curved at the bottom to form two longitudinal half cylinders and a saddle section. These mixers can be constructed from mild or stainless steel and can have jackets fitted if heating or cooling of the product is required. There are also a number of different types of blades that can be fitted depending on the type of application, the most common are sigma blades and z blades. Discharge of the product can be accomplished by tilting using a hydraulic system, a bottom value can be fitted or using an extrusion screw to discharge the product in a form or shape. Manufacturers of used double arm mixers include Baker Perkins, Morton Mixers, Day, Werner and Pfleiderer, Winkworth and many more.
- High Intensity MixersHigh-intensity mixers are industrial machines used for mixing various substances at high speeds and with high energy input. They are commonly employed in the food processing, pharmaceutical, chemical, and polymer industries, among others. These mixers are designed to handle materials with different viscosities, densities, and particle sizes. Here are some key characteristics and features of high-intensity mixers: High Speeds: These mixers operate at high rotational speeds to achieve efficient mixing within a short period. High Energy Input: They provide intense agitation and shear forces to thoroughly blend and disperse materials. Multiple Agitation Mechanisms: High-intensity mixers may use various agitation mechanisms such as impellers, blades, paddles, or high-speed rotors to achieve the desired mixing effect. Batch or Continuous Operation: They can be designed for batch processing, where a fixed amount of material is processed at a time, or continuous operation, where materials are continuously fed into the mixer. Temperature Control: Some high-intensity mixers are equipped with heating or cooling systems to control the temperature of the mixture during processing. Versatility: These mixers can handle a wide range of materials including liquids, powders, granules, and pastes. They are used for tasks such as blending, dispersing, emulsifying, homogenizing, and reacting. Size and Scale:…
- High Shear MixersHigh shear mixers are used for the mixing, emulsifying, homogenizing, dispersing and disintegrating of solids and liquids in the chemical, cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical and related industries. High shear mixers are normally used when two liquids or a solid and a liquid do not naturally mix together or when the solid part requires some particle size reduction. There are generally two types of high shear mixer a batch high shear mixer and an inline high shear mixer. The batch high shear mixers consist of a motor and shaft to which a high shear workhead is fitted. The high shear batch mixer can be suspended over a vessel using a hydraulic floor stand or alternatively permanently mounted to a vessel. The batch mixers can come with a range of interchangeable workhead and screens which offers great versatility when mixing a number of different products. The batch high shear mixer workhead comprises of a rotor that rotates at high speed within a stationary stator or screen. The high speed rotation exerts a powerful suction, drawing liquid and solid materials upwards from the bottom of the vessel into the centre of the workhead. Centrifugal force then drives the material towards the periphery of the…
- Paddle Blade MixersPaddle blade mixers are used for the mixing of powders, pastes and liquids across a range of processing industries. They consists of a horizontal drum shaped chamber which contains a central shaft with paddles attached which is driven by a motor. Paddle mixers can be constructed from stainless steel or carbon steel and can be built with jackets for drying or designed for vacuum. Generally they are used for batch processing of materials. Material enters the mixer via a top inlet and it is mixed, once the mixing is completed the material is discharged through a bottom discharge valve. The advantages of industrial paddle blade mixers is that they tend to be robust in design and have low maintenance costs associated with them. Manufacturers include Morton, Kemutec, Winkworth, Forberg and many more.
- Planetary MixersPlanetary mixers or change pan mixers as they are sometimes known are used for mixing or kneading of viscous pastes in the adhesives, food, chemical, pharmaceutical and other processing industries. Planetary mixers are vertical mixers with a single or double bladed shaft which mixes material in a removable bowl. Planetary mixers can operate under atmospheric or vacuum conditions and can be jacketed or heating or cooling and be supplied with variable speed drives. Manufacturers include Artofex, Bear, Collette, Drais, Hobart, Molteni, Jaygo, Ross and many more.
- Ploughshare MixersPloughshare mixers are similar to paddle blade mixers and they are used for the mixing of powders, granules, pastes and slurries in various processing industries. Ploughshare mixers consist of a horizontal cylindrical chamber in which a central shaft with plough type blades are attached. The main shaft is driven by a motor which rotates the shaft and blades inside the chamber. Side choppers or refiners can be added to the side of the chamber to add to the mixing. The chamber can also be jacketed for heating or cooling and can operate under vacuum if required. Ploughshare mixers can operate on a batch or continuous process depending on the requirements of the process. Manufacturers include Morton, Winkworth, KEK Gardner, Lodige, Littleford Day and many more.
- Ribbon Blade MixersRibbon blade mixers, ribbon blenders or u trough mixers as they are also known are used for mixing powders with liquids or for light pastes and creams. They are often used in the adhesives, building products, chemicals, cosmetics, detergents, pharmaceuticals and other related industries. Ribbon blade mixers consist of a horizontal u trough chamber which contains a central shaft with an interrupted spiral blade driven by a motor. Often they come with a hinged lid for easy access and cleaning. They can also be supplied with jacketed chambers, operate under vacuum and be continuous or batch. Manufacturers include KEK Gardner, Kemutec, Winkworth, JR Boone and many others.
- Mixing VesselsMixing vessels, mixing tanks or process vessels as they are also known are used for mixing of liquids, sauces, powders and gels. They are used in beverage, chemical, cosmetic, food, pharmaceutical and other processing industries. They can be constructed from different materials including stainless steel, mild steel, glass lined and plastic. Mixing vessels or process vessels are often vertically mounted cylindrical vessels, the ends of the vessel may be flat, dished or conical depending on the process requirements. The vessel is either suspended in flooring, stood on its base or mounted on legs. Generally the vessel contains a top entry agitator to which impellers are attached to assist in the agitation of the material. However side or bottom entry impellers can also be fitted to vessels. The agitator is driven by a top mounted drive and electric motor. They can have various impellers fitted to the agitator these include propellers, turbines, paddles and anchors. Mixing vessels can also be fitted with more than one agitator and these tend to be called contra-rotating mixing vessels these generally consist of a turbine agitator with a scrape wall or anchor type agitator. The turbine blends the product whilst the scrape wall agitator keeps…
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- Stainless Steel Mixing VesselsStainless steel mixing vessels are containers made from stainless steel that are specifically designed for mixing various substances in industrial processes. These vessels are commonly used in industries such as food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, and biotechnology. They offer several advantages over other materials for mixing applications: Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion, making it suitable for use with a wide range of substances, including acidic or caustic materials. This resistance ensures the integrity of the vessel and prevents contamination of the mixing process. Hygienic Properties: Stainless steel is easy to clean and sanitize, making it ideal for applications where cleanliness and hygiene are critical, such as in food and pharmaceutical production. The smooth surface of stainless steel helps prevent bacterial growth and allows for thorough cleaning. Durability: Stainless steel mixing vessels are robust and durable, capable of withstanding harsh operating conditions, high temperatures, and mechanical stresses. This durability ensures long-term reliability and minimizes the risk of vessel failure during mixing operations. Temperature Control: Stainless steel vessels can be equipped with heating or cooling jackets or coils to control the temperature of the mixture during mixing. This feature is essential for processes that require precise…
- Pressure VesselsPressure vessels are containers designed to hold gases or liquids at a pressure significantly different from the ambient pressure. They are used in various industries for a wide range of applications, including storage, processing, and transportation of fluids under pressure. Key characteristics and types of pressure vessels include: Key Characteristics Construction Materials: Typically made from materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and composites, which can withstand high pressures and temperatures. Shapes and Sizes: Common shapes include cylindrical, spherical, and conical. Sizes range from small laboratory vessels to large industrial tanks. Design Codes and Standards: Must adhere to stringent design codes and standards, such as ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, to ensure safety and reliability. Safety Features: Equipped with safety features like pressure relief valves, burst discs, and gauges to monitor and control pressure levels. Types of Pressure Vessels Storage Vessels: Function: Store gases or liquids under pressure. Examples: LPG tanks, compressed air receivers, and natural gas storage tanks. Process Vessels: Function: Involved in chemical reactions, mixing, separation, and other processes. Examples: Reactors, distillation columns, and separators. Heat Exchangers: Function: Transfer heat between fluids under pressure. Examples: Shell and tube heat exchangers, plate heat exchangers. Boilers: Function: Generate…
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- Stainless Steel Pressure VesselsStainless steel pressure vessels are containers designed to hold gases or liquids at a pressure significantly different from the ambient pressure. They are commonly used in various industries, including chemical processing, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and energy production, due to their ability to withstand high pressure and corrosive environments. The advantages of stainless steel pressure vessels are their longevity: they are resistant to rust and degradation, ensuring a longer service life. Safety: they can withstand extreme pressures and temperatures, reducing the risk of failure. Maintenance: easier to clean and maintain, which is essential for hygienic applications. Stainless steel pressure vessels are critical components in many industrial processes, providing safe and reliable containment of pressurized substances. Their design, construction, and maintenance require careful attention to detail and adherence to industry standards to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- PumpsProcess pumps are a type of industrial pump designed for transferring, circulating, and handling various fluids in industrial processes. They are critical in numerous industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, oil and gas, and water treatment. The primary function is to move fluids such as chemicals, water, oil, and slurries through different stages of processing, often under specific pressure and temperature conditions. Key Characteristics: Durability and Reliability: Built to withstand harsh operating conditions, including high pressures, temperatures, and corrosive environments. Material Compatibility: Made from materials that resist corrosion, abrasion, and chemical attack, such as stainless steel, cast iron, and various alloys. Performance: Designed to deliver consistent flow rates and pressures required by specific processes. Energy Efficiency: Optimized to reduce energy consumption and operational costs. Types of Process Pumps: Centrifugal: Function: Use a rotating impeller to impart velocity to the fluid, converting kinetic energy to pressure. Applications: Common in water treatment, chemical processing, and HVAC systems. Examples: Single-stage, multi-stage, submersible, and slurry pumps. Positive Displacement: Function: Move fluid by trapping a fixed amount and forcing it through the pump’s discharge. Applications: Suitable for high-viscosity fluids and precise metering. Examples: Gear, diaphragm, piston, and peristaltic pumps. Magnetic Drive: Function: Use…
- Centrifugal PumpsCentrifugal pumps are the most common types of pumps used in the chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, oil and gas and other related industries. The reason they are so common is there simplistic design and durability. They are designed for transferring liquids with relatively low viscosity at high flow rates. Although there are many different configurations of centrifugal pumps they essentially consist of a shaft driven impeller that rotates within a casing. With a typical centrifugal pump fluid enters the suction port or casing inlet and the rotating impeller accelerates the flow of the fluid. The centrifugal force moves the fluid towards the outer edge of the impeller. As a result fluid is transferred under pressure through the discharge port or outlet. Manufacturers of centrifugal pumps include Durco, KSB, Ingersoll Dresser, HMD Kontro, APV, Labour, Sterling and many more.
- Diaphragm PumpsDiaphragm pumps or air operated double diaphragm pumps (AODD) as they are also known are positive displacement pumps which use compressed air as their power source. They are self priming therefore have good suction capabilities without the need for a manual priming device. The pump is made up of two chambers each with their own inlet and outlet check valve and two flexible diaphragms usually made of rubber or PTFE. The diaphragms are connected by a shaft and they reciprocate back and forth creating a temporary chamber. Both draw in and expels fluid through the pump. Diaphragm pumps are versatile design making them suitable for pumping low and high viscosity fluids including those that contain particles. They can be constructed from a wide variety of materials making them suitable for the most aggressive chemicals.
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- Rotary Lobe PumpsRotary lobe pumps are a type of positive displacement pump used in various industries to handle a wide range of fluids, from low to high viscosity. These pumps are known for their gentle handling of fluids, making them suitable for applications where preserving the integrity of the fluid is crucial, such as in the food, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Here’s a detailed overview: Key Characteristics of Rotary Lobe Pumps: Design and Operation: Lobes: The pump contains two or more lobes that rotate within the pump housing. Non-Contacting Lobes: The lobes do not touch each other or the pump casing, which reduces wear and allows the pump to handle solid particles without damage. Positive Displacement: As the lobes rotate, they create a series of sealed cavities that move fluid from the pump inlet to the outlet. Material Compatibility: Typically made from stainless steel or other materials that resist corrosion and abrasion. Can be fitted with elastomers and coatings to handle specific chemical properties of fluids. Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of fluid viscosities, from water-like liquids to thick pastes. Can handle shear-sensitive fluids without damaging them. Advantages of Rotary Lobe Pumps: Gentle Handling: Ideal for shear-sensitive products such…
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- ReactorsReactors are specialised vessels used in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and other industries to facilitate chemical reactions. These reactors provide the necessary environment for the reactants to interact, leading to the desired chemical transformations Reactors are usually constructed from materials like stainless steel, glass lined steel or other alloys that can withstand the reactants and reaction conditions. The choice of material of construction depends on factors like corrosion resistance, temperature tolerance and pressure requirements. They typically consist of a cylindrical vessel with dished ends with a top mounted agitator fitted with one or more impellers driven by an electric drive and motor. The reactor is also fitted with internal baffles and a jacket or internal coil depending on the type of reaction required. They can be operated under pressure or vacuum and at temperature and are equipped with systems to control and monitor pressure and temperature to ensure optimal reaction conditions. They can range in size from lab scale type to large industrial reactors depending the quantity of product the user wishes to produce. Applications of reactors include: Chemical industry for synthesising chemicals, such as acids, bases, solvents and polymers. Petrochemical Industry for refining crude oil, producing fuels, and manufacturing petrochemicals…
- Glass Lined ReactorsGlass lined reactors are mainly used in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries where strong corrosive acids are part of the process. They are similar to most reactors however they are constructed from carbon steel and are glass lined internally. Glass lined reactors are chemically inert and resistant to most corrosive substances even under extreme thermal conditions. There are a number of different types of each varying slightly in their construction. Most are fitted with an agitator drive, mechanical seal, impellor or cryolock agitator and baffle. There are various different types of agitator now available depending on the type of reaction that is required as part of the process. Manufacturers of glass lined reactors include DeDietrich, Pfaudler, Buchi, Tycon, Schwelm and Taiji.
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- Stainless Steel ReactorsStainless steel reactors are predominantly used in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industries. Stainless steel reactors offer good resistance to corrosive products and are durable and tough compared to other types of reaction vessels. They are used for a variety of process operations such as product mixing, chemical reactions, batch distillation, polymerization and much more. The operation they perform sometimes determines the name to which they are referred. Other terms used to describe reactors are hydrogenator, crystallizer and bio reactor. There are a number of different grades of stainless steel that the reactor can be manufactured from with the most popular being 904L stainless steel, 316L stainless steel and 304 stainless steel. The grade of stainless steel will often depend on how corrosive the product is when reacted. Most stainless steel reactors are fitted with a motor, drive, mechanical seal, agitator, baffles, internal coils and an external jacket. External jackets are used to add or remove heat during the reaction by introducing fluid to the jacket. They often surround the whole vessel and can be constructed of steel or stainless steel. An alternative to the single external jacket is the half coil jacket or limpet jacket.
- Storage TanksStorage tanks are used for storing of liquids such as beverages, water, oils, fats, chemicals and other forms of liquids used in the processing industries. Types of storage tanks tend to vary depending on the material of construction. Generally they are constructed from various stainless steels, mild steel or carbon steel, steel with glass lining and plastic materials. Tanks are either horizontal or vertical and cylindrical or rectangular. Larger tanks tend to vertical and cylindrical, the ends can be flat, sloping, conical or dished at the bottom and open, dished, flat or conical at the top. Additional features can include fitting a jacket or internal coil for heating or cooling of the liquid and supplying a rectangular bund to safely contain leakages. The material of construction of a tank depends on the type of liquid to be stored within the tank. Storage tanks tend to be constructed by engineering companies and specialist fabricators such as Ardeth Engineering, Conway Vickers, Cookson & Zinn, Bibbys of Halifax, Sinclair Stainless, T Giusti, DeDietrich, Forbes, Pfaudler and many more.
- Bunded Storage TanksBunded storage tanks are often used to store diesel fuel or oil. They are commonly horizontal and rectangular in orientation and constructed from steel. Bunded storage tanks consist of an inner tank and externally encased with an outer weatherproof tank to prevent leakage. The inner tank is used to store the oil or diesel, where as the outer tank often referred to as ‘the bund’ is to protect the inner tank. They are often supplied with an integral security cabinet and roller shutter door which is installed on the end of the tank to house the fill pipe, gauge and dispensing pump. We supply used bunded storage tanks for commercial use and these can range from 2,000 Litre to 100,000 Litres.
- Cryogenic Storage TanksCryogenic storage tanks are used to store liquified natural gases (LNG), liquid oxygen or nitrogen for chemical and combustion processes. They can vary in capacity however they are mostly cylindrical in construction with dished ends and are either horizontal or vertical. They are constructed from stainless steel and carbon steel and contain insulation. The liquefied gases are stored at extremely low temperatures under pressure. Manufacturers and suppliers of cryogenic storage tanks and equipment include BOC and Linde.
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- Intermediate Bulk ContainersIntermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) or IBC’s as they are also known are large, reusable industrial containers designed for the storage and transportation of bulk liquids and powders. They are commonly used in industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, and agriculture. IBCs provide a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional drums and barrels. Key features of intermediate bulk containers include: 1. Size: IBCs typically have a larger capacity compared to standard drums or barrels, usually ranging from 200 to 1500 Litres. 2. Construction: They are often made of durable materials such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE), stainless steel, or a combination of both. The construction material is chosen based on the intended use and the compatibility with the stored substances. 3. Design: IBCs are designed with a palletized base for easy handling and transportation using forklifts or pallet jacks. They are often square or round. They may have a galvanised steel frame around the container to provide structural support and protection. 4. Outlet Valve: IBCs typically have a built-in valve or tap at the bottom to allow controlled dispensing of the contents. Some may also have additional features such as a screw cap or butterfly valve. 5. Stackability: IBCs…
- ISO Tank ContainersAn ISO tank container is a type of intermodal container designed to transport bulk liquids, chemicals, and gases. ISO stands for International Organiszation for Standardization, which sets the standards for various industries, including shipping containers. ISO tank containers adhere to these standards, ensuring compatibility with various modes of transportation, such as ships, trucks, and trains. Key features of ISO tank containers include: 1. Standardized Size: ISO tank containers have standardized dimensions, typically conforming to the ISO standard 6346. This allows for easy handling, stacking, and transportation on various modes of transport. 2. Construction: They are typically made of stainless steel or carbon steel and have a cylindrical shape. The construction materials are chosen to withstand the corrosive nature of many liquids and chemicals. 3. Capacity: ISO tank containers come in various sizes, but they generally have capacities ranging from 14,000 to 26,000 liters (3,700 to 6,900 gallons). The size and capacity may vary depending on the specific requirements of the cargo being transported. 4. Valves and Fittings: ISO tanks are equipped with valves and fittings to facilitate the loading, unloading, and monitoring of the cargo. These may include top and bottom discharge valves, pressure-relief devices, and other safety features. 5.…
- Mild Steel Storage TanksMild steel storage tanks or carbon steel storage tanks as they are known are used to store liquids under atmospheric conditions. Mild steel storage tanks can be cylindrical or rectangular, vertical or horizontal, open top or closed top, flat bottom or dished bottom. They are one of the most common types of liquid storage tanks due to their reliability, longevity and affordability. Mild steel storage tanks are suitable for the storage of water both potable and non-potable, oils, waste oils, slurry, chemicals and industrial effluents.
- Plastic Storage TanksPlastic storage tanks are manufactured from either thermoplastic or glass fibre reinforced plastic. They are strong, durable, highly corrosive resistant and a more economical way of storing liquids. Plastic tanks can be used to store a large variety of hazardous liquids as well as less corrosive liquids. This allows them to be used across a range of industries from water to chemicals, from food to effluent. There are a number of different types of plastic tanks on the market today. We stock polypropylene (PP) tanks, high density polyethylene (HDPE) tanks and glass reinforced plastic (GRP) tanks. Manufacturers of plastic tanks include Balmoral, Chem Resist, Forbes, Schoeller Allibert, Helix, MP Plastics, Niplast and many more.
- Stainless Steel Storage TanksStainless steel storage tanks are used to store liquids for the beverage, chemical, cosmetic, dairy, food and pharmaceutical industries. Stainless steel tanks can be cylindrical or rectangular, vertical or horizontal, open top or closed top, flat bottom or dished bottom supported by legs. Stainless storage tanks are a popular choice for many manufacturing processes due to their durability and corrosion resistance in comparison to steel tanks. Stainless steel tanks can be constructed from different grades of stainless steel. The grade of stainless will often be determined by the product being stored. Products with a higher crossiveness will often require a higher grade of stainless to prevent any erosion of the tank over time. Stainless tanks are typically supplied with a single skin. However it is common for tanks to be constructed with a jacket or insulated when the product is required to be stored at temperature. Other additional features include the use of an internal heating coil or a side or top mounted agitator to prevent the contents from solidifying. For further details on stainless steel storage tanks or any queries you may have please contact us. Please see below our inventory of used, unused and reconditioned stainless steel storage tanks we…
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- Agitated Nutsche FiltersAgitated Nutsche Filters and Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers are highly specialized filtration systems used for solid-liquid separation, particularly when dealing with toxic, hazardous, sensitive, or high-value materials. They are an advanced version of standard Nutsche filters with mechanical agitation, and they often combine filtration, washing, and drying into a single enclosed unit. They are typically used in the chemical, fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
- Vacuum DryersVacuum dryers are industrial drying systems used to remove moisture or solvents from materials—especially heat-sensitive, hygroscopic, or thermally degradable substances—by drying them under reduced pressure (vacuum). Lowering the pressure reduces the boiling point of water or solvents, allowing drying to occur at lower temperatures. A vacuum dryer uses a sealed chamber where: The material is placed. Air and moisture are removed under vacuum. Heating (via conduction, radiation, or microwave) is applied to speed up evaporation.
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