Ribbon Blender Mixer 

Ribbon Blender Mixer - Design, Applications and Suppliers

One of the most adaptable, affordable and widely used mixers for dry solids in all process industries, from general chemicals to food, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and polymers, is the ribbon blender.

Ribbon Blenders are the best choice for blending most solids and thin pastes. Blending is effective and economical thanks to the interaction of the inner and outer ribbons.

To create the mixing action, the double ribbon mixer design rotates the solids while simultaneously moving them in two directions. The outer ribbons move the solids towards the centre of the trough and the inner ribbons move the solids towards the ends of the trough. The outer ribbons direct the discharged solids towards the central discharge valve.

The ribbon mixers will continue to operate at approximately 25% of full capacity. The back and forth mixing activity will continue as long as both the inner and outer ribbon flights are covered.
 
High speed lump agitators mounted through the side wall of the trough can be used to break up lumps and agglomerates.

Advantages of Using a Ribbon Blender Mixer

• Multifunctional: The benefits of a ribbon blender are endless. Such adaptable equipment is useful in a wide range of industries, including food, cosmetics, agriculture and pharmaceuticals. It is also incredibly easy to use for staff who need to mix heavy substances quickly. It is a time-saving tool that quickly guarantees perfect results. No matter how messy the ingredients are, this machine will produce excellent results.
• Fast response: High shear speeds provide fast ingredient mixing and smooth output. In addition, the robust construction of the ribbon blender ensures that no ingredients leak out during mixing. As a result, you can get the job done before the deadline without making any mistakes.
• Robust and hygienic: Mixing different materials can cause contamination, which can spread dangerous substances that can be harmful to your health, causing infections and other ailments. With this in mind, the ribbon blender ensures a high level of cleanliness by preventing product cross-contamination. The stainless steel construction of this mixer also makes it durable.
• Suitable for both dry and wet use: The ribbon blender machine is suitable for both dry and wet users as it is built to a high standard of craftsmanship. The mixers are also manufactured with both ends closed.
• Fits easily into tight spaces: The mixer has a compact design that fits easily into tight spaces. This means that you don't need to create a dedicated space for your equipment to mix industrial materials.

Ribbon Blender Specification

Ribbon Blenders are two-part powder mixers with a central shaft. Helical ribbons inside and outside their mixing medium can move both inwards and outwards. They pick up materials from the sides and place them inside the ribbons. A continuous mixing pattern must be created by blending the back and forth folding motion of the materials.

The machine's belts are separated from each other by the machine's walls. To ensure that the product continues to accumulate on both sides, manufacturers sometimes produce them with soft scrapers. The belt drive of the motor and gearbox is the underlying drive mechanism for power transmission. It uses a system of pulleys and flexible belts to achieve speed.

Direct drive gearboxes, which use a motor to match the gearbox unit, have become popular with some manufacturers. This frees equipment owners from concerns about ongoing maintenance costs. However, the owner of a ribbon mixer will be aware of the required capacity of the machine.

It's important to be aware of the different product densities when mixing. To ensure effective mixing, you also need to be aware of the mixer capacity and motor power required. With a bulk density of 35 lbs/ft3, many designs will often give excellent results. However, you need to be aware of the need for powerful motors and gear ratios when starting the batch mixing process.

Ribbon Mixer Precautions 

Ribbon mixer safety measures

The ribbon powder mixer, like any coin, has two sides, with advantages and disadvantages. On the other hand, there are solutions available to remedy the problems. For example, use the lower bulk density if you have a ribbon blockage. The advantages of the mixer over the belt outweigh its disadvantages, making it a practical, easy to use and time saving mixing device for virtually any industry.

Despite the simple instruction manual, some people still find it difficult to use, although we have included a step-by-step guide to operating the Ribbon Mixer. However, it will enable you to understand how things should work.

However, you will need to do the following:

Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, masks, etc. should always be worn.

•  Check the chute again, it must be closed.
•  Connect the switch, then switch on.
•  Open the lid of the mixing vessel by hand.
•  All raw materials should be added to the mixing hopper first.
•  Try to fill the mixing tank to 70% of its capacity. It will be overfilled if you exceed the recommended ratio.
•  Close the lid.
•  Set the time to suit your needs.
•  Activate the process
•  Within 15 to 25 minutes your machine will start and finish mixing. This is how long it usually takes   
• for the components to mix thoroughly.
•  Press the start button to open the discharge chute.
•  Press the Stop button.

Ribbon Blender Machine Uses 

An industrial ribbon blender or ribbon mixer is used in manufacturing plants. It is useful for mixing substances with many particles. It's also important to combine these components evenly. This mixer has mixing blades at different angles and a shaft. The blades are designed to wrap around the shaft like metal bands, making it easy to move different components in different directions at the same time. This machine can be used by both food and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

For example, the iPharMachine's horizontal ribbon mixer is particularly user-friendly due to its small size. It can be built to fit into the limited overhead space. It works efficiently and takes less time to achieve a uniform result. It has a fast-rotating stirrer that can mix powders of different sizes and densities. The ribbon blender is a versatile product that can be used in any laboratory as it is sharp enough to mix around 90% of materials, including cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.