Ploughshare® Food Mixer for batch operation (Hygienic Design)

Mode of Operation The Batch Mixer operates on the principle of a mechanical generated fluid bed introduced by Lödige to the mixing technology and technical literature. Ploughshare® Shovels rotate as mixing elements arranged systematically on the mixer shaft in a horizontal, cylindrical drum. The size, number and positioning, geometric shape and peripheral speed of the mixing elements are coordinated in such a way that they produce a threedimensional movement of the components. The mechanically generated fluid bed prevents the formation of dead or low-movement zones and ensures quick, gentle and precise mixing. The resultant individualisation of the particles in the mix (fluid bed) allows the addition of liquids and coating of the particles with ease. If necessary, high-speed choppers provide additional support of the mixing process. Ploughshare® Shovels can be modified for intensive and gentle mixing of fragile components even at low speeds. Reducing the peripheral speed to <1m/sec is possible, depending on the product properties. Pastes and pumpable mixtures can be processed with suitably adjusted mixing elements. Range of Application Lödige Ploughshare® Mixers are used in almost every branch of industry for all types of applications. We have supplied more than 30000 machines worldwide in the last 80 years. Equipment We develop tailor-made solutions optimally adapted to each of your applications and products. Options available among others: -High-quality surface finishes - Heavy duty steels, stainless steels and alloy steels - Chopper units - Heated/cooled drum, endplates and shaft - Dosing devices for liquids, fats, lecithin, etc. - Doors sealed metal to metal