Multistage mixer for emulsions and dispersions

Enhance your production with a versatile multistage mixer that ensures optimal emulsification and dispersion, achieving droplet sizes below 5 µm, perfect for reducing processing times and improving the consistency of liquid-solid mixtures.

Processes Emulsions and Suspensions Efficiently

The Multistage Mixer (Vibroreactor) Type EL from Probst & Class GmbH & Co. KG is designed for precision mixing required in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and cosmetics. It features a three-stage rotor-stator system that ensures efficient emulsification and dispersion by achieving droplet sizes below 5 µm. With a horizontal, in-line operation, the Type EL can process up to 50,000 liters per hour, adapting seamlessly to continuous production lines and reducing mixing times significantly.

Equipped with a bearing block allowing the use of standard B3 motors, it efficiently handles high inlet pressures and viscosities. The available mechanical and lip seals comply with FDA requirements, fulfilling stringent industry standards. This mixer is particularly suited for applications involving emulsions, cosmetic formulations, concentrated juices, bitumen emulsions, and more, producing end-products like dressings, face creams, and shampoos with precision and consistency. Customization options include ATEX versions, sterilization design, and IE3 standard motors, supporting various industry-specific needs. Additionally, its design facilitates easy cleaning and maintenance, crucial for maintaining high productivity levels.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by reducing droplet sizes to under 5 µm for improved product quality.
  • Integrates seamlessly into continuous in-line operations, minimizing manual intervention and process interruptions.
  • Configurable for a wide range of viscosities and pressures, ensuring adaptability to diverse manufacturing needs.
  • Meets FDA requirements with customizable sealing options, supporting regulatory compliance.
  • Offers energy savings and operational versatility with the use of standard B3 motors and high-quality German bearings.

General


Applications
Concentrated juice,Bitumen-emulsions,Shampoos,Suspensions,Shower gels,Pesticides,Resin oils,Colours and lacquers,Emulsions,Fruit and vegetable juices,Herbicides,Fungicides,Bubble bath,Cosmetic formulations
End products
Face creams,Asphalt coating,Insecticides,Body washes,Paint emulsions,Orange juice,Salad dressings,Luxury bath oils,Weed killers,Polyurethane resin,Varnishes,Anti-dandruff shampoos,Anti-fungal treatments,Apple juice concentrate
Steps before
Purification,Grinding,Extraction,Mixing Setup
Steps after
Sterilization,Packaging,Filling,Quality Control
Input ingredients
liquid/solid mixtures,emulsions,suspensions,bitumen,resin oils,pesticides,herbicides,fungicides,fruit juice,vegetable juice
Output ingredients
homogenized mixtures,dispersed mixtures,emulsified products,fine droplets,defibrated materials
Market info
Probst und Class is known for manufacturing high-performance industrial homogenizers and wet milling equipment, offering customized solutions for dispersing, emulsifying, and grinding applications, with a strong reputation for quality and innovation in the process industry.

Technical Specifications


Operation Type
Horizontal,In-line
Motor Type
Standard Motors
Flow Rate
Up to 50,000 l/h
Droplet Size
Below 5 µm
Seal Type
Single and Double-acting Mechanical,PTFE Lip Seals
Seal Compliance
FDA Requirements
Rotor-Stator Configuration
Three-stage with Axial Rotor
Power Rating
5.7 - 22.0 kW
Machine Sizes
Standard with Capacities Between 150 and 50,000 l/h
Sizes Available
Multiple Sizes for Different Viscosities
Bearing System
Separate Bearing Block for High Inlet Pressures
Bespoke Solutions
Available for Special Applications
Accessories
ATEX,Sterilization,Frequency Converter,Mobile Version
Voltage and Frequency
IE3 Standard Motors

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Working mechanism
Rotor-stator system
Automation level
Manual / PLC
Turbulence level
High
Integrated steps
Wetting,de-agglomeration,dispersing,emulsifying,homogenizing,mixing,comminution
CIP/SIP
Compatible with various seal options
Changeover time
Quick due to integrated seal mount

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Application versatility
Food,pharmaceutical,chemical,petrochemical,cosmetics

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
In-line operation
Machine configuration
Horizontal,three-stage rotor-stator
Motor type
Standard B3 motors
Available sizes
150 to 50,000 l/h capacity

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI/PLC
Motor type
Standard B3 motors
Integration with existing systems
Threaded nozzle,flange,tri-clamp connections
Seal options
Single and double-acting mechanical seals,lip seals (PTFE)
Explosion-proof version
ATEX version
Mobility
Skid/mobile version
Drive Options
Frequency Converter