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<h3>Plant extraction technology relies on heat treatment</h3>
<p>Conventional extraction processes such as maceration, decoction, infusion, digestion, percolation, and hydrodistillation remain effective. But <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7398001/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">advanced techniques</a> such as ultrasound-assisted extraction and microwave-assisted extraction reduce the heat impact on the target compounds.</p>
<p>An alternative technique uses solvents, such as ethanol and C02, to dissolve the plant material and absorb the oils. The solvent is then evaporated, releasing the plant extract. Depending on the type of solvent used, high or low temperatures raise the levels of solubility and diffusion, but excessive heat risks perishing thermolabile components.</p>


<p>Place the plant in an oven with a temperature range above 40°C but not exceeding 50°C. In the case of delicate plants, freeze-drying <a href="https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/77433" target="_blank" rel="noopener">protects the thermolabile compounds</a>. Set drying temperatures to between -60°C and -80°C</p>
<p>Drying the materials before they are processed by plant extraction technology preserves them from enzymatic degradation.</p>


Set drying temperatures to between 40°C and 50°C

<p>In addition to featuring prominently in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries, plant extracts are useful for animal care. Extracts derived from various plants are effective at <a href="https://parasitipedia.net/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=2553&amp;Itemid=2837" target="_blank" rel="noopener">destroying parasites</a> that target pets and livestock.</p>
<p>In fact, several plants contain natural active ingredients such as geraniol and eugenol that are deadly to pests. These chemical compounds in these plants are effective against parasites.</p>


Plant extract applications in the animal care sector

<h3>Plant extraction technology oriented towards active packaging</h3>
<p>Plant extracts can be applied to Active Packaging solutions. This novel procedure incorporates <a href="https://ift.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/1750-3841.12492" target="_blank" rel="noopener">antimicrobial compounds</a> in the plants in packaging film solutions.</p>
<p>The hydrophobicity of essential oils forms a boundary wall to minimize the migration of water vapor through the film. Meanwhile, the natural antioxidative properties in plant extracts add a protective layer to the packed products.</p>


Let's make plant extracts

Ancient civilizations discovered that plant extracts were useful for the treatment of pathologies. The origin of plant extraction cannot be specifically verified, but we can infer that the earliest attempts at plant extraction were more intuitive than scientific. Today, the extraction of compounds is a precise process with plant extraction systems complimenting traditional knowledge.

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If you want to pack into eye-catching 4-side sealed sachets between 40x50 mm and 250x200 mm in size, investing in a reliable sachet machine will be a good investment.


<h2>Fast and flexible solution for your sachet needs</h2>
The Sachet Machine series SA 300 &amp; SA 600 by VikingMašek are continuous motion multi-lane sachet machines. They make eye-catching 4-side seal packets using just one roll of packaging film that can seal your product with high speed and efficiency.

The versatile multi-lane sachet machines can accommodate from 1 to 6 lanes (SA600) or from 1 to 10 lanes (SA600) to form sachet pouches, running as fast as 80 cycles per minute.

Designed to pack powders, dense, fine, loose and particulate materials as well as liquids and semi-liquids into 4-side sealed sachets and to accommodate different bag shapes including tear notches and easy-open system. They can be fitted with servo auger fillers &amp; volumetric fillers for powder applications, and two different liquid fillers for sauces or creams.

Sachet Machine

Bagging is the process of packing measured portions of a product into bags that protect it from spoilage, enable easy and safe transportation, and secure the product against tampering and pilferage. The choice of a bagging solution depends on the desired mass or volume per bag, the flow characteristics of the product, and bag construction and design. Bags vary in size from small sachets to bulk flexible containers.

Bagging

Packaging preserves and protects a product from damage, spoilage, and contamination while it makes its way from the production line to the consumer or further production. Choosing the best packaging solution depends on the nature of the product, its end-use, and your production process.

Packing

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If you are looking to pack your product into stick packs from 17 x 40 mm to 100 x 200 mm in size, you may benefit from the experience from the largest manufacturer of stick pack machines in Europe.


<h2>Benefit from the experience from Europe’s leading producer</h2>
This multilane Stickpack Machine series (ST200, ST400, ST560, ST800, ST1200 ) by VikingMašek can accommodate a large variety of different shapes of stickpack pouches with high efficiency and flexibility.

The versatile multi-lane stick pack machines can accommodate from 1 to 20 lanes, running as fast as 80 cycles per minute.

They are designed to pack powders, dense, fine, loose and particulate materials as well as liquids into StickPack bags and to accommodate different bag shapes including pour spouts, tear notches and easy-open system.

Semi- or fully automated cartoning solutions are also available for individual or bulk cartoning.

Stickpack Machine

With wiped film distillation, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. It is a continuous process with very short residence time.


<h2>Separate high-boiling and highly viscous materials in a wiped film evaporator</h2>
The VTA wiped film evaporator has a rotating wiper system which speeds up the evaporation process by keeping the product film turbulent so that the heat transfer and mass transfer are optimized.

The residence time of the product at the evaporator wall is very short and the vapours are condensed on an external condenser.

It is ideal for separation, drying, concentration, fractionation, distillation, deodorization and purification of materials which have high boiling points and high viscosity.

Wiped film evaporator

Evaporation equipment is used to reduce or remove the moisture content of a mixture. Considerations for choosing suitable evaporation equipment include the moisture content in the mixture, the boiling point of the solvent, heat sensitivity of the product, and the amount of material to be processed. Evaporators are used for applications such as obtaining fruit and vegetable concentrates in the food industry, concentrating aromas and herbal extracts in the cosmetics industry, and to isolate active ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry.

Evaporating

Purification is the removal of contaminating substances and by-products to increase the level of purity of the desired substance. Considerations for choosing a suitable purification system in the industry, include the physical state of the mixture, the desired product, required level of purity, the type of mixture, heat sensitivity of the product, number of purification steps needed, and the production volume. Industrial purification systems are used for the production of pure water in the food pharmaceutical and biotech industries.

Purification

Separation process to separate components of a liquid mixture, for recovering dissolved solids from liquids. Choice of a suitable technology depends on the identification of the key physical or chemical property, such as size, mass, density, or boiling point, which sets the product of interest apart from the rest of the components. Separation technology are widely used in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries for the isolation of active ingredients and high purity chemicals.

Separation

With short path distillation, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. It is a continuous process with very short residence time.


<h2>Evaporation at low operating pressure with very gentle distillation</h2>
The special design of short path evaporators by VTA allows operating pressures down to 0.001 mbar. The very low operating pressures ensure very low distillation temperatures and therefore a very gentle distillation is possible. The short path distillation allows the thermal separation of high molecular and high-boiling products.

Thanks to short residence time, low evaporation temperature and the immediate cooling of the concentrate, thermal stress and decomposition of the product can be minimized.

Suitable for concentration, fractionation, distillation, purification and drying of heat sensitive products and high boiling point components.

Short path evaporators

Dry dissolved or slurried crystallizing or amorphous products to a pourable powder.


<h2>Vertical or horizontal thin film drying at low temperatures</h2>
The VTA Thin film dryers can be designed as vertical or horizontal evaporators depending on the application and product properties.

Thin film dryers by VTA consist of a vertical or horizontal heated cylinder. A rotating wiper system distributes the crude product to a thin and turbulent film. The evaporation out of the product film is going on until a covering of the dried material on the evaporator wall is formed.

Glycerin Recovery, Catalyst Recovery, Organic Pigments, and “Zero Discharge” Wastewater applications are some examples of processes using thin film dryers.

Thin film dryers

Industrial drying machines are designed to remove moisture from your product. But the drying process must cater to variations in the state of matter and molecular structure of the input material. Drying technology exploits the modes of industrial heat transfer (convection, conduction, radiation, evaporative cooling) to control the moisture content.

Drying

Horizontal thin film evaporators can increase the residence time of the product and achieve high evaporation rate and high percent distillate splits.


<h2>Horizontal evaporation without losing film integrity</h2>
The VTA horizontal thin film evaporator allows you to vary the required residence time within wide ranges. The product is distributed at the heated evaporator wall by the rotor so that a turbulent circular ring forms at the whole evaporator surface. Loss of film integrity is not possible therefore very high evaporation rates and very high percent distillate splits can be achieved.

It can also be used to carry out continuous reactions and reactive distillation in the thin and turbulent film at vacuum conditions by increasing the product residence time.

Horizontal thin film evaporators

Batch

Get to reliable conclusions for the separation of high-boiling and heat-sensitive products using as little as 2 kg of crude material.


<h2>Small scale thermal separation with short path distillation</h2>
With short path distillation, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. The VTA Laboratory short path distillers integrate the short path distillation technique and are set-up as modules.

The fabrication of the unit’s main components enables observation of the product properties for foaming or potential fouling during distillation contributing to additional data for analysis.

The VTA Laboratory short path distiller is suitable for feasibility studies, doing first process development steps, producing small sample amounts of final product and optimizing existing processes like concentration, fractionation, distillation, purification and drying of heat sensitive products and high boiling point components.

Laboratory short path distiller

Distillation equipment is used in the process of separating different constituents of a liquid mixture. Considerations for choosing suitable distillation equipment include the boiling points of the components, heat sensitivity of the product of interest, pressure requirements during the process, and the scale of production. Distillation is used for concentrating extracts such as herbal extracts, flavors, and aromas in the food industry. In the pharmaceutical industry, distillation is used in the production of active ingredients and in the chemical industry for the purification of chemical products.

Distilling

Reach reliable conclusions testing the distillation of high-boiling or highly viscous material using as little as 2 kg of crude material.


<h2>Small scale thermal separation with wiped film distillation</h2>
With wiped film distillation, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. It is a continuous process with very short residence time. The VTA wiped film distillation laboratory unit is designed to distill small product quantities for acquiring reliable data of the separation process.

The unit can handle high-boiling and highly viscous feed with maximum viscosity of 15,000 mPas (cP). The fabrication of the unit’s main components using Borosilicate glass enables observation of the product properties for foaming or potential fouling during distillation.

It is suitable for feasibility studies, doing first process development steps, producing small sample amounts of final product and optimizing existing processes like separation, drying, concentration, fractionation and purification.

Laboratory wiped film distiller

A laboratory multi-stage distillers that combines the wiped film and short path distillation technique allows you to test the separation of high-boiling, heat sensitive and highly viscous products by just using a small amount of material.


<h2>Short path distillation and wiped film distillation in one technology</h2>
The VTA Laboratory multi-stage distillers are a combination of short path and wiped film distillation technique. It is recommended to equip such systems with continuous feed and discharge pumps to have a smooth and simple operation.

The VTA Laboratory multi-stage distillers can be configured based on customer’s requirement.

It is suitable for feasibility studies, doing first process development steps, producing small sample amounts of final product and optimizing existing processes such as concentration, fractionation, distillation, purification and drying of heat sensitive products and high-boiling products.

Laboratory multi-stage distiller

Generate scalable data and results during the pilot tests with short path distillation, distill or dry of small product quantities with as little as 30 kg of crude material.


<h2>Modular short path distillation units that will enable a later scale up to industrial systems</h2>
With short path distillation, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. The VTA Pilot short path distillers are set up as modules and used to separate small product quantities that will enable a later scale up to industrial systems. The evaporator has an achievable operating pressure down to 0.001mbar. It can process a material with a maximum viscosity of 15,000 mPas (cP) at operating temperature.

The VTA Pilot short path distillers are suitable for generating scalable data for industrial systems, producing certain sample quantities and optimization of existing process like concentration, fractionation, distillation, purification and drying.

Pilot short path distiller

Generate scalable data and results during the pilot tests with wiped film distillation,  distill or dry of small product quantities with as little as 30 kg of crude material.


<h2>Modular wiped film distillation units that enable a later scale up to industrial systems</h2>
With pilot wiped film distillers, a substantial decrease of boiling temperature is obtained by reducing the operating pressure. It is a continuous process with very short residence time. The VTA pilot wiped film distillers are utilized to process small product quantities that enable a later scale up to an industrial system. A proper and reliable test can easily be performed with an amount of crude material as low as 30 kg. It can handle material with a maximum viscosity of 100,000 mPas (cP) at operating temperature.

The VTA pilot wiped film distillers are suitable for generating scalable data for an industrial system, producing numerous sample quantities and optimization of existing process like separation, drying, concentration, fractionation, distillation, deodorization and purification.

Pilot wiped film distiller

If generating an scalable data and bring in results with small sample quantities of high-boiling, heat sensitive and highly viscous products using a short path and wiped film distillation system, then the Pilot multi-stage distiller is your ideal solution.


<h2>Short path and wiped film distillation combined in one technology</h2>
Combining short path and wiped film distillation methods can provide you with a more flexible approach on achieving your desired product quality. In multi-stage systems, complex product mixtures can be separated in the individual fractions with the desired quality. The multistage pilot plant distillation system by VTA can be configured based your particular requirement.

The VTA pilot multistage distillation units are suitable for generating scalable data for industrial system, producing certain sample quantities and optimization of existing process like concentration, fractionation, distillation, purification and drying of heat sensitive and high-boiling products.

Pilot multi-stage distiller

For products of medium viscosity and relatively consistent particle size such as honey, cremes, and some plastics, a simple, low cost mixing machine is useful to ensure even dispersion.  The most efficient production plants take advantage of such equipment in continuous production processes to minimize required floor space and serve double-duty as mixing and pumping/transfer equipment.
<h2>A basic effective mixing machine with transport pump capabilities and low cost</h2>
The lower-priced ULTRA-TURRAX UTL 1000 machines from IKA are particularly multifunctional and are used for the mixing, dispersing (emulsifying/suspending) and homogenizing of solid and liquid substances up to viscosities of several thousand mPa·s, such as honey, plastic masses and crèmes. The mixing components are fed into the machine at the inlet connection. The materials are mixed, homogenized and then discharged from the machine via the outlet connection. The economic dispersing machine does not have automatic suction, but does have a conveyor height of up to 20 meters.  Units are available with flow rates from 4.800 to 125.000 liters per hour.

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Economic dispersing machine for emulsions and suspensions

Dispersing systems are used to produce emulsions of two immiscible liquids or dispersions of solid particles in a liquid medium. The mixers generally operate on the rotor/stator principle and apply a high shear force on the suspended particles to break them down. The choice of a dispersion mixer depends on the physical state of the material being dispersed, the continuous or batch nature of the process, desired particle size, and the viscosity of the mixture. Dispersion mixers are widely used in the food industry for the dispersion of solid ingredients in oil or water and in the coatings industry for the dispersion of pigments.

Dispersing

An emulsifier is used to mix two immiscible liquids. Heating or cooling requirements during emulsification, overpressure or vacuum requirements, the need for wall scrapers, design of the mixing head, the viscosity of the liquids, and the desired droplet size are all important considerations when selecting an emulsifying system. Emulsifiers are typically used in the food industry for the production of batters, creams, and sauces, in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industry for the production of creams and lotions, and in the chemical industry for the production of paint and other emulsions.

Emulsifying

Homogenization

Industrial mixing is used to combine a heterogeneous mix of two or more solid, liquid or gaseous ingredients into a homogenous product. The choice of a suitable mixing solution depends on the physical state of the ingredients and the desired mixing process; the sensitivity of the ingredients and process temperature and pressure requirements are also important factors.

Mixing

For continuous high performance mixing of solid and liquid raw materials rotor/stator equipment is often used because of the high shear forces it applies to the mixture which reduces particle size and aids dispersion.  Use of equipment that uses three stages of rotor/stator action to achieve extremely small and evenly distributed particles for production of very fine emulsions and suspensions will guarantee the success of your process.
<h2>Three stages of rotor/stator mixing power for extremely fine emulsions and suspensions</h2>
The IKA DISPAX-REACTOR® DR 2000 is a three-stage high shear inline dispersing machine used for the production of very fine emulsions and suspensions. Shear forces that occur in the working chamber produce a drastic increase of mass transfer and accelerate the dissolving rates of mono and macromolecular substances. Three rotor-stator combinations (generators) in a series ensure small- droplet or particle size and a very narrow distribution spectrum. This process promotes a long stability of mixtures in a single pass, especially when working with emulsions.

In order to configure the DISPAX-REACTOR® DR to meet a variety of application needs, IKA offers a wide selection of generators. The standard rotor-stator (generator) combination consists of a coarse, medium and fine rotor-stator. When installed in a series, this configuration ensures satisfactory particle size reduction while providing optimum dispersing results in a single pass. The units are designed for easy and reliable scalability and are available in sizes with flow rates from 80 to 125.000 liters per hour.

Dispersing machine for very fine emulsions and suspensions

Producing the finest micro-emulsions and suspensions requires a mixing machine that generates extremely high shear.  Multi-staged rotor/stator dispersing machines work well for this purpose because of the high shear forces applied to the mixture at each rotor/stator stage.  A rotor /stator dispersing machine that also incorporates extremely fast rotation and resultant tip speeds for even greater shearing action will lead to the creation of super-fine emulsions and ensure the success of your process.
<h2>Top-of-the-line rotor/stator dispersion with utlra high shear for nano-scale particle emulsions and suspensions</h2>
The DISPAX-REACTOR® DRS from IKA is an inline ultra high shear dispersing machine used to achieve the finest micro-emulsions and suspensions. Extremely high shear rates (up to 190.000 1/s) combined with a fine generator geometry enable crushing of droplets and solids particles down to the nanoscale. The resulting product has long-term stability which reduces the need for emulsifying agents and thickeners. Because of the extremely high energy density, other dispersing aids can be reduced or possibly eliminated.

The DRS is usually equipped with a two-stage rotor-stator system (generators). The high tip speed of 40 m/s (10.000 fpm) often negates the need for a third stage. The ultra-fine dispersing machine, designed with the same high quality features as the ULTRA-TURRAX® UTL and the DISPAX-REACTOR® DR, is especially well suited for challenging pharmaceutical applications.  The units are designed for easy and reliable scalability and sizes are available with flow rates from 70 to 40.000 liters per hour.

Ultra-fine dispersing machine for emulsions and suspensions

For creating extremely fine emulsions and high quality dispersions a high pressure homogenizer is often chosen.  These machines use pressure shock to create very even distributions of extremely small particles.  They are; however, limited in their available flow rates and their ability to handle tough agglomerations of solids.  For these applications where a high pressure homogenizer cannot handle the raw materials or provide enough throughput, a colloid mill is often the better choice.
<h2>Extremely high quality dispersions of consistently sized particles with a very high throughput</h2>
The IKA MK 2000 is a high-performance inline colloid mill capable of performing wet and fine milling of tough and grainy raw materials. The MK 2000 is especially suitable for the production of colloidal solutions or extremely fine emulsions and suspensions. Excellent dispersing performance allows the IKA Colloid Mill MK 2000 to be used for continuous processes, providing a narrow distribution range of ground particles in a single pass. For challenging milling tasks the colloid mill can be installed into a recirculation loop with a working vessel by means of tube connections.

The conical geometry of the milling tools enables an axial displacement of the stator for an infinite adjustment of the milling gap. This allows influencing the dispersing effect, particularly regarding tasks with variable raw materials.

As neither the rotor nor the stator is slotted throughout, the probability of particles passing through the generator untreated is negligibly small. These collective features enable the IKA Colloid Mill MK to achieve the finest particle size reduction, thereby contending with a high pressure homogenizer by attaining similar dispersing results at higher flow rates.

The machines are designed for easy and reliable scalability and sizes are available with flow rates from 200 to 80,000 liters per hour.

Colloid mill

Milling &amp; grinding technologies are used to reduce the particle size of your product while preserving its essential properties. The choice of a suitable solution depends on your product feed, desired particle size distribution as well as your production volume.

Milling

When your raw materials include agglomorated suspensions of grainy or crystalline solids and your process needs a steady, consistent flow of smaller particle sizes you need a high performance mill that is both powerful and flexible.  Furthermore, to ensure an efficient facility and maximum machine up time, the equipment should have a minimal footprint and be easy to clean.
<h2>Powerful and consistent milling of tough particles and viscous mixtures</h2>
IKA's MKO 2000 is a high-performance inline cone mill capable of performing wet and fine milling of tough and grainy or crystalline raw materials. The MKO 2000 is especially suitable for the de-agglomeration of suspensions. Excellent dispersing performance allows the IKA Cone Mill MKO 2000 to be used for continuous processes, providing a narrow distribution range of ground particles in a single pass.

For challenging milling tasks the cone mill can be installed into a recirculation loop with a working vessel by means of tube connections.  The gap between the conical shaped rotor and stator is infinitely adjustable allowing for excellent control of particle and droplet size.  Rotation speed and the resultant dispersion effect are also adjustable.  the unique conical milling head geometry also allows excellent grinding performance while the rotor and stator tools are never in contact with one another.  This, together with the extremely tough and high quality surface finishes on the tools, prolongs life and reduces contamination of the product due to machine wear.  The units are designed for easy and reliable scalability and sizes are available with flow rates from 150 to 6000 liter per hour.

Cone mill machine

Wet milling and grinding of viscous liquids or pastes containing solid particles such as peanut butter,mustard, and lubricants is successfully carried out by mills using rotating corundum disks.  Equipment with excellent grinding performance, adjustable process parameters, and many customizable options will give you an edge in these challenging applications.


<h2>Powerful and controllable wet grinding from a reliable, modular machine</h2>
The MCD 2000 Corundum Disk Mill from IKA is an inline mill for wet milling and grinding of viscous liquid or paste-like products. The mixing chamber consists of two corundum disks, one rotary and one stationary. The corundum disks are available in different grain sizes (grit) depending on the grinding process requirements. The units offer an adjustable milling gap to accommodate various particle or droplet sizes. This, together with the many customization options make the machine adaptable to a wide variety of wet grinding applications.

The systems are designed for use in food-grade production and can include FDA certification and IQ/OQ documentation when required.  All variants of hte MCD 2000 are easy to clean with CIP or SIP capability.  The large range of sizes available ensures that your process is readily and reliably scalable.  Units are available with flow rates from 20 to 4500 liters per hour.

Corundum disk mill

Several issues often arise when your process requires batch-wise mixing of powders into liquids.  The mixing process can be slow, dust and liquid solvent may be released to the surrounding work area, agglomerate powder masses may form and the ratio of ingredients may be inconsistent.  The right equipment is needed to address all of these issues and improve the efficiency and quality of your process.
<h2>Reliable batch mixing improves process quality and efficiency</h2>
The CMX 2000 inline batch mixer from IKA incorporates powders into liquids and mixes these materials reliably and consistently in a batch process. Its multi-level design and unique pumping stage enables processing of high viscosity products without any additional aggregates. The system is usually supplied with a solid material dosing feeder and mixing containers. Depending on the application and the requirements of the customer, the solid material can be fed via a bulk bag unloader, a funnel, sack-emptying boxes or directly from the bag via a suction lance.  Units are available with typical batch sizes from 2 to over 5.000 liters.

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Inline batch mixer for solids and liquids

Certain mixing tasks present unique challenges and manufacturers need equipment that is specifically designed to handle them.  When a single pass process is needed, high solid concentrations are involved, the ingredients quickly react with one-another, the product is sensitive to air inclusions, or the solid is granular and needs to be mechanically crushed as well as mixed, the right equipment is needed to get the job done.
<h2>A single pass mixer, disperser, and homogenizer for difficult mixing tasks</h2>
IKA's MHD-2000 system is a continuous homogenizing system designed for the high quality dispersions of solids in liquids.  The system includes two horizontal liquid connections and one vertical connection for solids.  the liquids and solid components of the mixture are brought together in a controlled fashion in a pre-mixing chamber in which the liquid is evenly distributed by entering through several different apertures.  Immediately after mixing, the liquid and solid components are dispersed through a rotor/stator system with high shearing action creating a high quality, output product that is free of agglomerations.

Use of this system greatly reduces production times due to its continuous operation.  Its design allows it to process highly viscous liquid ingredients, mixtures with solid contents up to 80%, and even solids that are granular and must be mechanically crushed during the mixing process.  Units are available with throughput volumes from 60 and 40.000 liters per hour.
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Continuous homogenizing system

When extremely high accuracy is required in your recipe or formulation traditional mixing machines often give unsatisfactory results.  For precisely controlled, quantitative mixes of liquid and solid ingredients you need a machine with better control designed to create a ready-to-use product that meets your exact requirements every time.
<h2>Create precise, quantitative mixes and fine suspensions in a single pass</h2>
The Dispax-Reactor from IKA is a purpose-built high accuracy homogenizing system for the food, chemical, pharmaceutical, and other industries.  It achieves extremely accurate mixes and suspensions by dosing both the liquid and the solid phase into the mixing chamber unlike traditional mixers which typically only dose the solid.  In this way the exact quantities of the raw materials in the final product are known regardless of variations in the physical characteristics of inputs.  The units include three distinct dispersing stages which allow for the creation of extremely fine suspensions from a wide range of solid raw materials.  Different rotor/stator dispersing heads are available allowing the machine to be optimized to your particular process.  Capacities are available from 500 to 35.000 liters per hour.

High accuracy homogenizing system

For high viscosity products, better results and reduced process times can be achieved with kneading type rather than conventional extrusion type equipment.  Process engineers in a wide variety of industries need to reliably and efficiently mix highly viscous substrates.  Process engineers in these situations need efficient, thorough mixing with controllable parameters.
<h2>Better dispersion results with less processing time from a highly controllable process</h2>
IKA's high performance horizontal kneading machines known as HKD and HKS are twin-bowl kneaders with horizontally arranged kneading blades able to process mixtures with very high viscosities. These horizontal kneaders are unique in the selection of kneading elements that they can employ allowing them to process a wide variety of mixes with varying solid content.  This flexibility makes users' lives easy by facilitating product change over and allowing selection of  blades that are optimized o the particular products being mixed.

The kneading blades are inter meshing and driven at a 2:1 ratio crating an alternating motion of blade surfaces toward and away from one another.  This motion creates highly dynamic pressure gradients and shearing forces which achieve excellent dispersion results.  The blade speed is finitely controllable via a variable frequency drive.  The units are easy to clean and maintain with the entire side wall of the kneading bowl being removable.  This exposes the kneading blades and discharge screw for easy cleaning during product changeover.

Horizontal kneader

Production of highly viscous products with high solid content often benefits from kneading processes rather than conventional extrusion because more consistent dispersions can be achieved in a shorter time.  Competitive manufacturer's need controllable kneading processes with worry free seals and a degree of automated operation.
<h2>Better mixing in less time for highly viscous products</h2>
The Planetron HKV from IKA is a heavy-duty vertical kneading machine with two kneading blades.  The overhead mounting of the blades and drives allows all seals to never be in contact with the product.  These vertical kneaders achieve excellent kneading and dispersion results due to the action of inter-meshing kneading blades.  With one blade rotating in a planetary motion around the other and the two together having a mutual stripping action causing high pressure variations and shear forces in the substrate.  The geared motor that powers the machine is equipped with a variable frequency drive allowing the rotation speed of the blades to be infinitely adjustable giving the user precise control of the process and results.  All bowls in the HKV series are prepared for heating or cooling.  Units are available with working volumes from 0.5 to 1.600 liters.

Vertical kneader

Effective mixing of highly viscous products with extremely high solids content can be difficult and the results from traditional extrusion type equipment are often unsatisfactory.  Much more thorough and intense mixing can be achieved and higher solid contents attained with kneading technology.
<h2>Continuous highly controlled kneading from a flexible machine</h2>
IKA's Conterna machine is a multi-chambered continuous kneader which technology is patent protected all over the world. The standard continuous kneader consists of 6 chambers arranged together in a horizontal block.  Each chamber contains two kneading elements which are driven by a variable frequency AC motor.  There is one independently controlled motor for each chamber.  Liquid and solid ingredients are introduced into each chamber according to the process needs and the mix is advanced from chamber to chamber via the kneading action of the impellers.  By adjusting the motor speed and the discharge rate , users can control the resident time of the product in the machine to achieve the desired results.  The continuous kneading action ensures that evenly mixed products are produced and products with extremely high solids content can be processed. Units are available with approximate throughput rates of 80 to 4.000 kg/hour.

Continuous kneader

Equipment operating under the rotor/stator principal is often employed when more traditional methods of stirring cannot achieve desired results.  This technology can achieve desirable results for almost any mixing process in circumstances where other machines fail.
<h2>Rotor/stator mixing with flexible mounting and a robust simple package</h2>
The Ultra-Turrax UTC is IKA's batch dispersing machine for high quality mixing and dispersing of products when more conventional stirring equipment cannot be used. Working on the rotor/stator principal, the units consist of a motor, a mounting flange, a stator, a rotor, and a rotor drive shaft. A variety of dispersion tools known as generators can be fixed to the rotor making the units adaptable to most mixing tasks.  These units are designed for diagonal from above, diagonal from the side, or vertical off-center mounting orientations. They can be used with open, or pressurized vessels. For open vessel operations, the units are supported via wall mounts or floor stands. Units are available for batch sizes from 150 to 6.000 liters.

Batch dispersing machine

For mixing and dispersing tasks that cannot be completed by conventional stirring means, equipment using the rotor/stator principal are often well suited.  Batchwise production of emulsions and suspensions of abrasive products is highly demanding and the use of well suited equipment is crucial.
<h2>Top entry rotor/stator dispersing equipment for highly abrasive products</h2>
The Ultra-Turrax UTS is IKA's dispersing machine for abrasive products when more conventional stirring equipment cannot be used.  Working on the rotor/stator principal, the units consist of a motor, a mounting flange, a stator with extension rods, a rotor, and a rotor drive shaft.  A variety of dispersion tools known as generators can be fixed to the rotor making the units adaptable to most mixing tasks.  The shaft seal is located at the motor flange and therefore is never in contact with the product.

These units are designed for diagonal from above or vertical off-center mounting orientations.  They can be used with open, or pressurized vessels.  For open vessel operations, the units are supported via wall mounts or floor stands. All variants of the UTS dispersing machines stand out for their unique ability to process highly abrasive ingredients.  Units are available for batch sizes from 500 to 1.700 liters.

Batch dispersing machine for abrasive products

When your process requires high performance mixing or dispersion but conventional stirring methods cannot be employed due to access or other restrictions, you need a machine designed for bottom entry into a vessel.
<h2>Bottom entry mixing in a simple and compact package</h2>
IKA's Ultra-Turrax UTE is a high performance dispersing machine designd for bottom entry into vessels.  It mixes, emulsifies, and disperses free-flowing or liquid media with a viscosity of up to 5.000 mPas in batch operation.  The units use the rotor-stator principal and a wide variety of generators is available to tailor the process to your needs.  No strong vortices or product aeration occurs as a result of the mixing action even when the vessel is filled to a very low level or is emptied during the stirring operation.

The units are compact and simple, primarily consisting of a motor, a a rotor drive shaft, a dispersion tool (generator) and a mounting flange conbined by a lantern housing.  The shaft seal is of an easily maintained mechanical type with several variants depending on the particular application.  Options for speed control, special materials, and special surface finishes also exist.  The units are available with batch capacities from 70 to 4.000 liters.

Batch dispersing machine for bottom entry into vessels

Manufacturers need production mixing equipment that is capable, flexible, and easy to maintain. Accurate mixing form a reliable, user friendly machine will give plant managers the peace of mind and worry free operation they need to focus on improving other areas of their process. A high quality piece of equipment allows for low maintenance, easy cleaning, enables the direct feed of solids and liquids, mixing and dispersing of the vessel contents, heating or cooling of the product, and processing under vacuum or under pressure.
<h2> A universal mixing system with precise, reproducible results and safe operation</h2>
The Master Plant homogenizing and emulsifying system from IKA was designed specifically to meet the production mixing needs of the pharmaceuticals industry but has also proven useful in the production of food, beverages, cosmetics, and chemicals.  Several mixing heads are interchangeable depending on the process and desired results.  Each mixing head can be heated or cooled to control product temperature simultaneous to the mixing process. Flexible PTFE scrapers move with the mixing head and keep product from adhering to the vessel walls.  Products of up to 100.000 mPas viscosity can be processed.  The GMP homogenizing systems  can be fully discharged without the need for additional pumping and are available in capacities from 10 to 4.000 liters.

GMP homogenizing system

Manufacturers need production mixing equipment that is capable, flexible, easy to maintain, and low cost to stay competitive.  Accurate mixing form a reliable, user friendly machine will give plant managers the peace of mind and worry free operation they need  to focus on improving other areas of their process.
<h2>Consistent mix quality from an easy to use, low cost system</h2>
IKA's SPP Standard Production Plant is a simple yet very capable system for all standard mixing processes such as homogenizing, emulsifying, stirring, and dispersing ingredients.  The emulsifying system includes a robust anchor agitator with a fixed flow breaker which moves the entire batch volume even  for mixes of high viscosities.  A highly advanced scraper design keeps the vessel walls free from scaling and unique vessel geometry allows processing of small batches down to 30% or the rated working volume.

IKA's SPP systems include interchangeable dispersing tools and adjustable speed control and dispersing quality and options exist for a heated or cooled double walled vessel, and vacuum degassing of the working chamber among others.  The systems are easy to clean using a CIP system and maintenance and inspection is simplified by concentrating major components in easily accessible areas.  This design also helps keep the required floorspace of the units as low as possible. Units are available with working capacities from 25 to 4.000 liters.

Cost-effective homogenizing and emulsifying system

Producers in a wide variety of industries benefit from equipment that can continuously create highly accurate homogeneous mixtures of liquid and solid ingredients.  The use of a continuous process requires less floor space for storage and greatly reduces production times.  Closed systems eliminate the creation of dust thereby enhancing safety and efficiency.  Equipment that offers all these characteristics will give its users an edge over the competition.
<h2>Continuous dispersion of solids into liquids without the generation of dust</h2>
IKA's mixing Plant MHD includes a mixing machine, metering units, an electrical control system, and peripheral equipment which is customized to meet the customer's facility and process needs.  The Plant MHD is a homogenizing system that allows the dust-free mixing of liquids and solid granules or powders in a continuous process.  The ingredients are continuously fed into the plant's working chamber in the precisely controlled ratios required by the final product, where they are mixed and then dispersed.  In this way, a ready-to-use final product is produced in just one pass.

The units can handle mixtures of up to 80% solid content and viscosities of up to 50.000 mPas.  Since the only agitation of the solid occurs within the machines working chamber after the liquid components have been introduced, no dust is generated.  A wide variety of solid feeding systems is available and IKA can help select the process that is best suited to your needs.  The Plant MHD unit is available with capacities from 200 to 40.000 liters per hour.

Dust-free continuous homogenizing system

Onsite dilution of liquid process ingredients has historically been associated with several issues that limit its economic benefits.  Manufacturers need equipment that can easily dilute liquids with a wide variety of characteristics while avoiding many of the common issues.  They need a quick process, a small required equipment foot print, and a resultant mix that is homogeneous and free of air.
<h2>Rapid, accurate closed system dilution</h2>
IKA's DPV Dilution Plant is a completely closed dilution system for combining two or more liquids in a controlled proportion.  The closed system eliminates the need for large storage and mixing vessels common to traditional dilution methods and also eliminates the introduction of air and resultant generation of foam.  Inputs with a wide range of viscosities and concentrations are easily processed.

The core of the unit is a single stage in-line dispersing unit and metered pumps specially designed for high accuracy delivery.  A full array of sensors and feedback is also available and optionally utilized for automation of the system.  The components to be mixed are only in contact with each-other immediately before dispersion which avoids any unwanted reactions or lump-formation.  Capacities are available from 3.000 to 15.000 liters per hour.

Dilution system for two or more liquids in one pass

Developing and validating new processes requires reliable and highly versatile equipment.  Innovators need mixing equipment that can be adapted to a wide variety of processes and has the function and controllability they need to fine-tune their results.
<h2>Multi-functional, small scale dispersion for the laboratory</h2>
The Magic LAB from IKA is a uniquely versatile small-scale dispersion machine.  It is designed for mixing, dispersing, wet milling, and incorporation of powders into liquids.  The laboratory dispersing machine is commonly used for developing new products and improving existing processes in the chemical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries.  It is an ideal machine for continuous, circulating, and batch processing using different interchangeable modules.  It is designed to match functional parameters of larger scale production dispersion equipment making scale-up predictable and successful.  The units can be configured for single or multi-stage operation among others and important process parameters such as speed, torque, and temperature can be recalled.

Small-scale laboratory dispersing machine

Innovators in process development need laboratory equipment that helps their ideas be reliably scaled up to production.  For dispersion equipment, this requires important process parameters like circumferential speed, tool, and mixing chamber geometry to be structurally identical to production level equipment.
<h2>A highly adaptable dispersion machine for the lab, designed for reliable scale-up</h2>
IKA's Labor-Pilot is a versatile, compact, and highly reliable inline laboratory dispersing machine.  It is designed for solid-liquid mixing, homogenizing, emulsifying, suspending, and wet milling.  It is designed specifically to match process characteristics of larger dispersion machines so developed processes can be reliably scaled up.  The units can work at elevated temperatures, pressure/vacuum conditions, and with abrasive substrates.  Changeout between the several different working modules is quick and easy with each module giving the machine the particular characteristics needed to perform particular tasks and work with a particular type of product.  Compared to stirrers, mixing time for a wide variety of dispersions from coarse to fine can be reduced by up to 50%.

Pilot dispersing machine for testing and scale-up

Innovators in a wide variety of industries need laboratory equipment on which processes and products can be developed and reliably scaled up to production.  For dispersion equipment, this requires important process parameters like circumferential speed, tool, and mixing chamber geometry to be structurally identical to production level equipment.
<h2>A highly adaptable dispersion machine for the lab, designed for reliable scale-up</h2>
IKA's Processs-Pilot is a versatile and highly reliable inline laboratory dispersing machine.  It is designed for solid-liquid mixing, homogenizing, emulsifying, suspending, and wet milling.  It is designed specifically to match process characteristics of larger dispersion machines so developed processes can be reliably scaled up.  The units can work at elevated temperatures, pressure/vacuum conditions, and with abrasive substrates.  Changeout between the several different working modules is quick and easy with each module giving the machine the particular characteristics needed to perform particular tasks and work with a particular type of product.  Compared to stirrers, mixing time for a wide variety of dispersions from coarse to fine can be reduced by up to 50%.

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In-line laboratory dispersing machine

Laboratory mixers have not always been easy to work with.  Getting all the product out of the mixing vessel, and mixing small batches were not as easy as they should be and mixing processes in general were often ineffective or too slow when powders and slightly more viscous fluids were involved.  Innovators need equipment designed for laboratory scale use that addresses these previously common issues.
<h2>Easy to use, effective mixing for the laboratory</h2>
The Magic PLANT series from IKA is a laboratory dispersing machine designed to address many of the issues and difficulties previously associated with mixers of this size.  Where historically it was sometimes difficult to remove all of a product from the mixing vessel, the Magic PLANT includes both a discharge valve at the bottom of the vessel and the ability to completely tilt the vessel to pour out its contents.

Where the processing of very small batches with traditional laboratory equipment was difficult or impossible, the Magic Plant's mixing vessel has a conical bottom allowing small batches to be mixed as effectively as large ones.  And where mixes involving powdered ingredients with a wide range of bulk densities were difficult or slow to form into homogeneous mixtures, Magic PLANT can be tilted while mixing to better engage all powders with the stirrer and a specialized spiral shaped stirrer is included.  Variants are available that are best suited for, batch, inline, or powder processing operations.  For all variants the intensity of the mixing and dispersing effect is adjustable and the overall design is modular allowing easy integration with other laboratory equipment.

Laboratory dispersing machine for low-viscous masses

Processes including homogenization, dispersing, suspension, emulsification and dissolving benefit with the addition of a dispersing rotor/stator system to the functionality of traditional overhead stirring equipment.  With traditional equipment, achieving desired results in high viscosity media is often difficult and slow and issues such as sediment formation and air inclusions are common.  Adding a high speed rotor and jet pipe in close proximity to the mixing vane greatly enhances the process and helps avoid many of these issues.
<h2>Fast and efficient agitation of highly viscous fluids</h2>
IKA's Rototron RTS is a line of agitators that uses jet-flow technology to speed mixing processes while avoiding many of the issues seen when more traditional equipment is used.  The jet flow agitators use a high speed rotor and jet pipe in close proximity to the mixing vanes to disperse and circulate products within a vessel while avoiding inefficiency caused by back flow, air inclusions caused by a static whirlpool effect, and the need for flow breakers caused by continuously rotating mixtures.  The circulation mechanism also avoids the common issue of sediment formation when being used to produce emulsions.  The units can be used with open and pressurized vessels and mounting options exist to accommodate a wide variety of vessels and configurations.  With this equipment, no seal material makes contact with the product and food or pharmaceutical grade versions are readily available.  Motor sizes are available from 2,2 to 15 kW with max batch sizes from 1.000 to 20.000 liters.

Jet flow agitator for high-viscosity media

Mixing fluids of medium viscosity for many production processes requires an agitator with a simple and proven reliable design while at the same time being flexible and adaptable enough to give optimum results for your particular application.  For acceleration of dissolving, temperature transfer, or simply mixing powders into liquids.
<h2>Proven agitator design optimized for your process</h2>
The Turbotron line from IKA are agitators that satisfy a huge array of needs from a wide variety of processes.  The machines include output shafts coupled directly to the motor, or through a gearbox.  They can be used with pressurized or open containers and can mount directly to the vessel for pressurized applications and supported on a wall mount or floor stand in open vessel applications.  Sizes are available suitable for batch sizes from 100 to 20.000 liters with motor powers from 0,37 to 9,2 kW and rotation speeds from 250 to 1500 rpm.  A wide variety of lengths is also available.  Interchangeable tools on the agitator shaft and options VFD drives for rotation speed control make the units extremely adaptable to a wide variety of fluid viscosities and output characteristics.

Agitator for medium viscosity media

Reliably agitating fluids in open or pressure-less vessels in a laboratory or small scale production environment is often an important step in developing new products and processes for a wide variety of industries.  Innovators need simple, reliable mixing equipment that is simple to operate and optimized for their particular output requirements.
<h2>A simple, safe, and powerful rotary agitator with a variety of interchangeable heads</h2>
The Turbotron RKG line from IKA is a simple and robust rotary agitator for lower viscosity fluids designed to act from above on an open or pressure-less vessel in a variety of industries.  The units are powerful, with motor powers from .25 to .75 kW and have infinitely adjustable agitating shaft speeds from 20 to 1200 rpm.  Interchangeable agitating tools can be fixed to the shaft to optimize the action on the fluid to achieve your desired results.  Tools available include, propellers, turbines, and dissolvers, as well as centrifugal, paddle, or anchor stirrers.  All parts that contact the product are stainless steel and optional safety guards to protect personnel from the rotating shaft are also available.

Agitator for low viscosity media

When processes call for homogenized emulsions with extremely fine particle sizes the traditional toothed ring dispensers are not always sufficient.  For extremely high levels of disintegration required to produce true micro-emulsions, extreme pressure cycling is more successfully used.
<h2>Homogenization with pressure shock to achieve extremely small particle sizes</h2>
The HPH High Pressure Homogenizer from IKA uses one or more piston pumps to apply pressure up to 2000 bar to the liquid medium to be homogenized.  The fluid is then fed through a homogenizing valve which very quickly reduces the pressure to the atmosphere.  This abrupt change in pressure in the moving fluid causes cavitation, a high degree of turbulent flow, and internal shearing forces in the fluid all of which serve to break up and distribute larger particles forming a very fine emulsion.  The pressure applied on the uphill side of the homogenizing valve is infinitely adjustable as is the flow rate through the valve, so the process can be easily adapted to achieve a wide range of outcomes and to accommodate fluids with different flow characteristics.  All parts that contact the product flow are stainless steel and autoclavable and the entire unit is designed for robustness and long service life.

High-pressure homogenizer

Bespoke extraction plants using the latest technology can improve your efficiency and reduce costs when developing natural extracts for the food and pharmaceutical industries.
<h2>Production extraction plant for recovery of essential oils, oleoresins, aromas, natural extracts and proteins</h2>
Devex extraction plants are tailor-made to your exact requirements, providing a bespoke solution designed to work seamlessly with your production needs.

A huge range of options and possibilities includes standard extractors that are vacuum-proof up to 0.5 barg or 3 barg, or high pressure extractors up to 40 barg. Extractor sizes can range from 20 litre up to 10m³ suitable for the highest volume production lines.

1-effect and multistage extraction is available, as is ATEX / Non-ATEX.

Devex extraction plants are suitable for a wide range of products, including coffee, tea, leaves, barks and roots, spices, fruit, seeds, herbs and medicinal plants. Variable extraction processes are available for maximum efficiency, such as steaming, vacuum stripping, percolation and solvent recovery.

Extraction plant for natural ingredients

Extracts from plant material, such as seeds, leaves, flowers, roots, and bark provide essential oils and active ingredients used in the pharmaceutical and food industries. The three most commonly used methods of extraction are steam distillation, cold press extraction, and solvent extraction. Considerations for selecting suitable extraction equipment include the type of plant material to be processed, heat sensitivity of the extract, and volume of production. Extraction equipment is applied in the pharmaceutical industry for extracting active compounds from medicinal plants or herbs. It is also used for the recovery of essential oils, oleoresins, aromas, natural extracts, and proteins in the food industry.

Extraction

Before purchasing a full-scale extraction plant you need to exactly determine the correct process parameters for your products. A small form factor pilot extraction plant provides the ideal solution for testing and developing in a reliable and easy to use configuration, or use for small batch processing.
<h2>Pilot extraction plant for recovery of essential oils, oleoresins, aromas, natural extracts and proteins</h2>
The Devex pilot extraction plant is perfect for small batch and experimental extraction from a wide range of products in order to determine the best production parameters prior to commissioning a full-scale plant.

Made in Germany to the highest standards, each Devex pilot plant is completely functionally tested before leaving the factory, ensuring perfect operation when it arrives at your site allowing you to begin testing or small batch production immediately.

Designed specifically with simplicity of use in mind, the pilot extraction plant allows for easy raw material discharge and fast and straightforward cleaning. This makes it perfect for easy changeover and therefore use with many products during development and testing.

Suitable for use with a wide variety of products such as coffee, tea, leaves and barks, roots, spices, fruit, seeds, herbs, medicinal plants and more.

Pilot extraction plant for natural ingredients

Bespoke evaporation plants using the latest plate evaporation technology can improve your efficiency and reduce costs when concentrating extracts for the food, pharmaceutical or chemical industries.
<h2>Production evaporation plant for concentration of a wide range of natural extracts</h2>
Devex evaporation plants are tailor-made to your exact requirements, providing a bespoke solution designed to work seamlessly with your production needs.

A huge range of options and possibilities includes plate evaporators, tube evaporators, flash evaporators and high concentrators. Economical multi-stage systems are available to minimize running costs.

Devex evaporation plants can be operated standalone, although most widely used as part of an integrated extraction, concentration and vacuum drying production process.

Appropriate for a wide range of concentrate production, including coffee, tea, fruit, vegetables, herbs and medicinal plants.

Evaporation plant for the recovery of extracts

For development of concentrates of extracts based on water or ethanol solvents,  a small form factor pilot evaporation plant provides the ideal solution for testing and developing product in a reliable and easy to use configuration, or for small batch processing.
<h2>Pilot evaporation plant for R&amp;D and small scale production of a wide range of concentrates</h2>
The Devex pilot evaporation plant has been designed with a 100kg per hour capacity and yet its compact construction means it can operate in the smallest of spaces.

Appropriate for use to concentrate a wide range of extractions based on water or ethanol solvent including herbal extracts and medicinal plant, coffee and tea, fruit and vegetable concentrates, and aromas and colourings.

The plant consists of a plate evaporator with a downstream centrifugal separator. The evaporated vapours are condensed in a plate condenser. A vacuum pump is connected to the condenser, and the vacuum can be adjusted between 20 and 800 mbar. The evaporation temperature can be adjusted according to the product specific boiling curve through the applied vacuum. In this way even temperature sensitive extracts can be concentrated.

Each Devex pilot plant is designed to meet your exact requirements, and can utilise various technologies such as rising film evaporators and falling film evaporators, solvent recovery, and optional thermal vapour compressor.

Pilot evaporation plant for the recovery of extracts

For gently drying liquid concentrates into granulates or powders, a vacuum drying solution is the most energy-efficient process. Offering gentle drying with control over product characteristics, a bespoke vacuum drying solution can meet the most demanding requirements of the food or pharmaceutical industries.
<h2>Continuous vacuum belt dryer for efficient, gentle drying of concentrates</h2>
Devex vacuum dryers are designed for continuous loading of liquid or solid products and the continuous discharge of dried granulate. The end product is discharged in GMP clean room conditions ready to be further processed, making this ideal for food and pharmaceutical uses.

Due to the vacuum, very low water evaporation temperatures can be achieved. This preserves aroma and product colour. Changes to the vacuum process enable control of bulk density and other product characteristics to your requirements.

The Devex vacuum belt dryer is able to operate a vacuum from 10 to 80 mbar to suit all production requirements with a continuous belt surface of 200 to 300 metres.

The Devex belt dryer is able to handle liquid products, concentrates and viscous products all whilst resulting in the best quality end-product. The fully closed belt system means no mechanical handling stress on product, no oxidation, and no environmental pollution.

Continuous vacuum belt dryer

Freeze drying is the most gentle and aroma protective method of drying, widely used in the coffee industry, but also with applications in the food industry and pharmaceutical sector. Specialist continuous freeze drying plants are bespoke designed to meet your exact requirements and deliver a superior end product.
<h2>Continuous belt freeze dryer for gentle handling of delicate product</h2>
The Devex continuous vacuum belt freeze dryer is the ideal solution for continuous freeze drying of granulates. It allows gentle batch feeding and discharge via vacuum sluices to preserve product quality and minimize mechanical handling - perfect for delicate products where maximum retention of aroma, taste and colour is vital such as coffee products, pharmaceuticals, fruits and herbs.

A bespoke Devex freeze drying plant can handle the full product cycle: foaming, freezing, granulation, sieving, sublimation inside the belt dryer, ice condensation, heating system and high-vacuum technology.

Continuous belt freeze dryer

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The thorough cleaning of bulk containers and other storage and processing equipment is a vital step in the production of all high quality pharmaceutical products. By changing from a manual cleaning process to using an automatic high pressure washer you can save considerable amounts of water and detergent use, as well as reducing manpower requirements, delivering top cleaning performance.</span>
<h2>High Pressure washer with complete mobility and low water consumption</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The M-LINE High Pressure Mobile Washer from IWT Pharma has been created specifically for the washing of all product-contact parts and containers use in pharmaceutical processes. The portable design allows for complete flexibility as it can be easily moved by one person to achieve Clean In Place (CIP) operation.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Despite its small form-factor and easy portability, the M-LINE offers cleaning pressures of up to 70 bar (1015 PSI) for more effective cleaning and much quicker cycles. The use of quick lock connectors provides the ability to quickly and easily switch out different hydrokinetic lances.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Advanced design elements result in water use of only 40 litres/min at maximum pressure, giving you outstanding cleaning results with a large reduction in water use compared to manual and low pressure alternative.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Fully FDA and GMP compliant, M-LINE is able to print hard copy batch reports or export them via USB. It’s Siemens digital touchscreen HMI allows operators to select functions quickly and easily.</span>

Portable IBC washer

Cleaning equipment is used to wash or disinfect machinery and the production area. It may also be used to sterilize the product, equipment, tools, or work surfaces and to purify or clean the product by removing impurities. Choosing a suitable cleaning system depends on the type of product or equipment to be cleaned, the sensitivity of the product to heat, pressure, and chemicals, and the level of sterility desired.

Cleaning

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Many pharmaceutical processes use IBCs of multiple sizes throughout production. Careful washing and cleaning of intermediate bulk containers is a vital part of high quality pharmaceutical operations. By adopting a self-contained high pressure cleaning solution that easily adapts to a wide range of sizes and shapes of IBC cleaning cycle times and water use can be greatly reduced, while cleaning quality can be enhanced.</span>
<h2>Complete cleaning and drying solution for pharmaceutical IBCs</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The C-LINE High Pressure Bin Washer from IWT Pharma is a total cleaning solution that has been designed specifically for the demands of the pharmaceutical industry.  Fully GMP and FDA compliant, C-LINE washers offer full batch reporting, with data transfer via USB and/or the integrated printer. An easy-to-use Siemens touch screen HMI allows for quick and simple option selection, providing complete control of the cleaning process including temperature, water type, detergent options, and more.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Extremely high pressures can be achieved up to 70 bar (1015 PSI) which provides superb cleaning results while using only 40 litres of water per minute. As well as reducing water consumption, the high pressure cleaning system reduces cleaning cycle times significantly.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Thorough load drying is achieved by the high efficiency hot air handling unit with HEPA filtration, removing water residues and preventing microbiological growth.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Flexibility is key, and the C-LINE allows for the complete internal and external cleaning of IBCs of a wide range of sizes and shapes. Additional utility is provided by external quick lock connectors, allowing for the attachment of supplementary washing devices. A fully modular design allows for the cleaning chamber to be placed in sensitive or classified areas, while all technical components can be located remotely.</span>

IBC bin washer and dryer

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Clean in Place (CIP) technology offers many advantages, but traditional systems are often inflexible. By installing a modular CIP solution which concentrates the core hardware in one location allows for a full clean in place system to be designed to your exact specification, saving time, money and human resource.</span>
<h2>Fully customisable high pressure modular clean in place solution</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">S-LINE from IWT Pharma is a fully modular pharmaceutical industry CIP solution for bulk preparation tanks, blenders, mixers and bulk processing equipment in general. The use of high pressures of up to 70 bar (1015 PSI) not only ensures exceptional cleaning performance but also reduces the amount of water and detergents used.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The S-LINE system uses a “single pass” washing principle. This means that no water is reused in the system, removing cross-contamination risk. Despite this, advanced high pressure technology means flow rates are only 40 litres per minute.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">S-LINE provides the core equipment required for a complete CIP solution. This core module can be located at a convenient central location. Your requirements for each end effector are then designed to ensure a perfect fit with your existing production environment, and the means to easily expand and change with you.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Additional modules can be specified to provide additional functions to your specifications, including air handling units with full HEPA filtration for effective drying, a tube bundle heat exchanger for water heating, and a fully-automated chemical dosing system.</span>

CIP system for bulk tanks

<span style="font-weight: 400;">In order to guarantee zero cross-contamination between production batches, the proper cleaning of all product-contacting machine parts involved is a vital step in pharmaceuticals production. A fully automated contact parts washer is the ideal solution to reduce the downtime associated with parts cleaning and to improve results. Moreover, it attracts a rapid return on investment thanks to reduced operator requirements and improved throughput.</span>
<h2>Cost-saving parts cleaning solution with flexible options</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The IWT Pharma 300 Series is a COP washing solution for a wide range of product contacting parts. Designed specifically for the pharmaceutical industry, it has been engineered to exceed all relevant standards including GAMP5, cGMP, ASME-BPE, ISPE baseline, and FDA (including 21CFR part 11).</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Available in chamber sizes of 250, 500, and 1000 litre capacity, the 300 Series offers maximum flexibility thanks to offering 3 different water supplies, steam or electric water heating options, and a full GMP WFI rinse facility. Optional rinse water conductivity monitoring and HEPA filtered drying modules enable the 300 Series to deliver a complete cleaning and drying cycle in less time, reducing downtime between batches.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Full GMP and FDA compliance is assured, with batch reporting available via USB download and/or through the integrated printer unit. Enhanced cross-contamination features ensure no contact between cleaned parts exiting and contaminated parts entering the chamber. Ease of use for operators is achieved via the full colour touchscreen Siemens HMI, and up to 30 fully-customised washing programmes can be specified to suit a wide variety of parts of differing materials.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">300 Series units include fully custom-designed and custom-made loading baskets tailored to your exact requirements. Engineers build each basket to optimise speed of filling with intuitive positioning for each item, maximum throughput while allowing full drainage, and the precise flushing of even the smallest or most hidden product contact areas.</span>

GMP washer

<span style="font-weight: 400;">To ensure perfect cleaning of contact parts they must be placed in the GMP washer in such a way as to guarantee flushing of even the most hidden parts. For all but the simplest of parts, simply stacking them is not enough. A fully customised washer basket not only ensures perfect cleaning of all types of product contacting parts but also maximises the throughput of the washer, reducing downtime by shortening cleaning cycles.</span>
<h2>Bespoke GMP Washer baskets to maximise cleaning performance and efficiency</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The IWT Pharma Baskets are custom-designed to your exact requirements. Engineers take detailed studies of all the parts that you require to be washed in order to build the optimum loading basket suited to all types of item - from drums to hoses, to filling needles, punches, dies, and more.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Key drivers in the design of the custom baskets are optimal cleaning performance, ensuring each product is able to be completely and thoroughly washed, no matter shape or construction; maximising throughput, optimising each load to reduce line downtimes associated with parts washing; intuitive loading, allowing operators to quickly and easily place parts without any complex insertions.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">Loading baskets are made entirely from AISI 316L with ASME-BPE fully-welded piping to distribute washing solution around the load. For ease of use and speed of operation, the connections from basket to washer use patented quick lock connectors.</span>

Loading basket for GMP washer

A loading system feeds your continuous or batch processing machine with the specified material or item in line with the flow of production. Loaders transfer the articles from one stage of preparation to the next with uniformity and accuracy.

Loading

<span style="font-weight: 400;">When cleaning smaller products contacting filling or compressing components used in the production of cosmetics, nutraceuticals or unregulated pharmaceuticals the requirement for a fully FDA/GDP compliant washer is often unnecessary. By choosing a high-quality, entry-level chamber washer you can ensure the best possible cleaning results in a highly cost-effective unit, producing a quick return on investment.</span>
<h2>Exceptional cleaning performance for small product contact parts</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The 650C Cabinet Washer from IWT Pharma is a compact washer designed for the highest quality cleaning of smaller contact parts from pharmaceutical or cosmetic filling and pressing lines. The compact dimensions and ability to be installed “wall-to-wall” thanks to a front access electrical cabinet make it ideal for both new and existing facilities.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The fully-automated enclosed cleaning process delivers the highest possible performance, removing the health and safety risks associated with manual washing. Simple, single-operator use with an intuitive touch-screen HMI allows for complete control of water type, temperature and detergent use.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The 650C Cabinet Washer has been designed with flexible installation and easy maintenance in mind. All key components are accessed by hinged front panel, including 2 detergent tanks, for easy access. The mid-level front-loading washing chamber makes loading and unloading of the custom washing baskets a safe and quick single-operator process, enhancing the throughput and efficiency of your washing cycles.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The washing chamber is constructed entirely of stainless steel, and features IWT’s oscillating spray arm technology for optimum cleaning performance. Although designed for unregulated use, the 650C Cabinet Washer features full batch reporting, with data export via USB, ensuring process repeatability and full traceability.</span>

Entry-level chamber washer

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The production of cosmetics, nutraceuticals or unregulated pharmaceuticals often requires the cleaning and sanitation of larger product contacting components, such as bins, pallets, drums and buckets. Manual washing is time-consuming, poses additional health and safety risks, and can achieve variable results. A large-capacity cabinet washer overcomes these concerns and offers enhanced throughput with reduced cleaning cycles as well as delivery outstanding, repeatable cleaning performance.</span>
<h2>Cabinet washer for effective cleaning of larger parts</h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400;">The IWT Pharma 900C is a bulk washing chamber that has been specifically designed to thoroughly clean medium to large parts used in the production of non-regulated pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Its large capacity (over 4m</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">3</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">) is ideal for cleaning pallets, bins, drums and similar items.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The 900C has been built to offer maximum load flexibility, offering both standard and fully customized loading kits. Advanced features include a slanted floor to enhance water runoff from flat surfaces and drying cycle for the load and the chamber.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">To enhance ease of use and throughput, patented quick lock connectors allow for rapid attachment and removal of customized loading baskets designed for cleaning critical components. Single and double door options are available to suit your requirements, and up to 2 detergent tanks can be specified.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The intuitive HMI is a colour touchscreen, and allows for customized washing cycles with complete control over water type, temperature, rinsing options and drying. Despite being designed for non-regulated uses, the 900C features a full batch data logger with USB output, allowing for complete traceability and simple record-keeping.</span>

Bulk chamber washer

The production of “essential oils” has traditionally involved using heat and distillation to extract volatiles. However, many of the key volatiles are sensitive to heat and/or pressure, and their essence is lost using traditional techniques. A new solution that uses harmless refrigerant gas can extract the finest oils from even the most delicate flowers to enhance product quality and potency.
<h2>Refrigerant gas-based oil extraction for delicate flowers, herbs and plants</h2>
The FC Extractor from Timatic uses the properties of HFC 134 to extract all the natural oils and volatile compounds of low molecular weight. No pre-treatment is required, and extraction can occur from any biomass, whether fresh or dried, including flowers, leaves, seeds, bark, roots, and more.

The fully automatic extraction process takes place in anaerobic conditions, preventing any oxidation, and using carefully controlled temperatures and pressures. The gas used in the process is filtered continuously, and when the extraction is complete, it is automatically recovered so it can be reused for subsequent batches.

Because the plant material is never heated beyond room temperature, even the most volatile flavour and aroma components are conserved. This produces oils of a much higher quality than traditional “essential oil” extraction techniques.

Available in two formats, three models for lab-scale and small production, three for medium and large-scale production, the FC series can suit your exact production requirements.

The fully automated FC extractors feature easy-to-use real-time graphical displays. These enable operators to see the status of all functions and variables, including extraction time, temperatures and pressures, and the solvent status.

Flower oil extraction machine

Traditional methods for extracting active compounds from medicinal plants or herbs use harsh methods such as maceration or percolation, often requiring pretreatments. A modern rapid extraction machine can use a fraction of the energy of traditional methods while extracting active compounds exceptionally quickly, improving the efficiency and throughput of your production.
<h2>High-speed extractors for medicinal plants in R&amp;D up to large-scale production sizes</h2>
The Rapid Extractor range from Timatic has been designed to speed up the extraction of active compounds from medicinal plants for pharmaceutical use.

A modern, cost-effective alternative to maceration or percolation extractors, the Rapid Extractor range can achieve extractions without pretreatment from both dried and fresh plant matter including flowers, leaves, buds, fruits, seeds, and more. The extraction process is faster than traditional alternatives and yet preserves all the biofunctional compounds from the source material.

The all-stainless 316 construction of the Rapid Extractor means it is suitable for use with a wide range of solvents including alcohol, water, glycol, glycerin, and olive oil.

Anaerobic conditions are maintained in the extraction chambers, which avoids oxidation and degradation of the product.

The working cycle of the Rapid Extractor is fully automatic, and it’s able to operate completely unsupervised - even overnight - further saving costs and resources.

In Mini configuration, the extractor is suitable for small-scale operations and is available in 5, 10, 20, 30, and 50-litre sizes. The Maxi version is aimed at large scale production and is available in 100 or 200-litre sizes.

There is a graphic display panel which displays all parameters and progress. It allows for the programming of time and duration of cycle, pressure and temperature controls, alarms, alerts, and more.

Medicinal plant extraction machine

Bulk outdoor storage of flour, dry milk and other powder ingredients for the bakery industry presents specific challenges. Traditional silo construction techniques can lead to problems with contamination and difficulties in managing the internal conditions to keep the flour in perfect state, increasing wastage. A purpose-designed and engineered exterior silo solution for flour eliminates these issues while providing enhanced safety with ATEX-approved features.


<h2>Stainless steel silo solution for bulk flour storage</h2>
The Globosilo from Cepi has been designed specifically for the bakery, ice-cream and confectionary industries, with features designed to improve safety and reliability of bulk powders (like flour, dry milk etc) storage and conveying from outdoor silos.

Globosilo is constructed of stainless steel and housed within a dedicated tower. The external tower features an external safety ladder to the roof, giving access to the in-built filtration, air exhaust and ATEX-compliant bursting disc and anti-explosion hatch. Further safety features include anti-depression and overpressure systems.

The silo-within-tower construction allows for a range of environmental control systems to be specified, including insulation, drying, anti-condensation, and more. This makes Globosilo the ideal choice for outdoor bulk flour storage in all climates and regions.

The internal silo features a completely smooth internal surface, thanks to a unique welding technique that leaves no seams in the silo walls. This means the flour has no internal imperfections on which to stick, reducing wastage to an absolute minimum. It also means there is zero contamination risk as found with traditionally welded silos.

Extraction is via vibrating cone or fluidised bed, to your specification. This allows for a complete extraction on the first in, first out principle ensuring maximum quality. Globosilo can also be specified with multiline distributors, allowing up to 8 feeds.

ATEX confirmed outdoor silo for flour

Conveyor systems are used for moving materials from one location to another. Considerations for choosing a suitable conveying system include the nature of the product, its physical state, the desired conveying rate, and sensitivity of the product to heat and mechanical shock. Conveying systems are used in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, biomass, and mineral industries to transport bulk powders, granules, and grains for processing and filling.

Conveying

The raw materials that go into your products need dedicated storage solutions to protect them from spoilage and contamination before they enter the manufacturing cycle. Advanced technology facilitates the management of tank and silo systems by automating the delivery system and linking it with the rest of the production line.

Storage

The production of high-quality biltong and similar dried meat products can pose problems with maintaining product quality, as well as the high energy cost associated with traditional drying solutions. A cutting-edge closed-loop system can not only deliver significant savings in energy costs but can also deliver superior product quality thanks to more efficient, lower temperature operation.


<h2>Standalone cabinet dryer for biltong and dried meat products</h2>
The WRH100G cabinet dryer from IKE is suitable for drying batches of 15 to 100kg of product using heat pump technology.

Warm, dry air enters at the bottom of the cabinet, and warm moist air exits at the top, where it is passed to the heat exchange unit. There is no cross-contamination between products, so different items can be dried at the same time. The closed-loop heat exchange system means there is no moisture in the cabinet to condense and drip, another problem with traditional solutions.

Featuring 15 shelves, the operation of the unit is simple thanks to touchscreen control. Set target temperature and humidity level and the machine will operate until the targets are met. There is no risk of over-drying the product, and quality is maintained from batch to batch. No other external connections are required - simply plug into a standard 220v supply.

By avoiding the use of traditional electric drying methods, the WRH100G provides energy savings of up to 80%.

All stainless-steel exterior construction means the WRH100G is easy to clean, and sturdy wheels enable to easy move it around, maximising your use of space. 15 open-mesh shelves mean there is no requirement for the manual turning of the product during the drying cycle. Alternatively, the product can be suspended in the cabinet.

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Industrial drying cabinet

Dried fruits are popular both as food in themselves and as ingredients. Traditional drying techniques using electric warm air circulating dryers are inefficient and inflexible, often resulting in suboptimal product quality. A modern, temperature-variable drying solution that uses closed-loop heat pumps to dehumidify the fruit can give huge gains in product quality while cutting energy expenditure significantly.


<h2>Standalone variable temperature fruit drying cabinet</h2>
The WRH100T cabinet fruit dryer machine from IKE is ideal for drying fruit in batches from 15 to 100kg. This food dehydrator makes use of heat pump technology to achieve high efficiency and even drying. Thanks to its variable temperature control it can perfectly dry fruits of all kinds, including the most delicate and even dehydrated vegetables.

Featuring open-mesh drying shelves, the WRH100T dehydration machine is operated using an intuitive and ergonomic touch screen interface and the unit only requires connection to a standard 220v electricity supply for operation. The operator needs only to fill the units' food trays with fruit, then set the target temperature and humidity level and the machine will then continuously operate until the required parameters are met. This automatic operation removes the need for constant oversight of the fruit drying process, and there’s no risk of over-drying. This allows the highest quality to be maintained from batch to batch.

With an all stainless steel exterior and robust wheels, the WRH100G food drying machine is strong, simple to keep clean, and mobile, making the most efficient use of the space available. Warm, dry air enters at the bottom of the cabinet, and warm moist air exits at the top, where it is passed to the heat exchange and dehumidifying unit. Excess moisture is passed through an external outlet where it can be collected. Because the humidity in the cabinet is never great enough to allow condensation, there is no risk of dripping and possible contamination, as exists with traditional dryers.

Industrial dehydration machine

Plant extracts are vital to functional food preparations. But drying them into solid granules may destabilize their thermolabile compounds and degrade flavors and nutrients. The heat generated by drying solutions poses a risk to the quality of extracted substances.


<h2>Protect heat-sensitive compounds with a gentle dryer</h2>
The DryCab by Bucher Merk adapts vacuum drying for heat-sensitive food ingredients such as plant extracts. Its low-pressure technology applies vacuum from a minimum of 0.5 mbar, shielding compounds from over-exposure. The evaporation capacity ranges from 0.5 kg/h to 250 kg/to adjust to different plant materials.

With a working batch volume rate between 2.5 and 2,500 liters, the vacuum drying cabinet is available from lab-scale to industrial solutions. Its heating plates are designed to reduce dead space and hold an active heating surface up to 88m2.

Vacuum cabinet dryer for plant extracts and functional foods

Extracting the essential acids and compounds from fruits and plants is a complex process. But the drying stage can jeopardize their natural characteristics. The aromas, flavors, and other organoleptic properties of the volatile substances are crucial to producing quality fruit powders and plant extracts.


<h2>Preserve delicate compounds with gentle freeze-drying</h2>
The DryBand system for freeze-drying by Bucher Merk is designed for fragile substances such as fruit powders and plant extracts. The technology treats materials with low-pressure vacuum drying starting from 0.5 mbar, which can go up to  50 mbar.

The belts in the continuous drying system are used in series and products move between the top and bottom for an extended residence time. The freeze-dryer is suitable for lab-scale to large-scale lyophilization with a feeding range of 2 kg/h to 4,000 kg/h n. The system supports automated independent heated zones, and the final section can be adjusted as a cooling zone.

Continuous freeze-dryer for fruit powders and plant extracts

Delicate fruits with high moisture levels, such as berries, risk losing their properties when exposed to drying. Destroying volatile compounds and acids, even under low-impact conditions, leads to a loss of nutrients, flavors, and aromas. Moisture release is critical for extended shelf life, but the technology for making fruit powders must protect the bioactive properties from degrading.


<h2>Maximize retention of volatile molecules in fruit powders and berries</h2>
The Zeodration system by Bucher Merk uses an adsorption method that selectively draws water but retains the natural compounds. The heart of the unit is a reactor made from zeolite, a crystallized clay with a narrow pore diameter. At the same time, this water-trapping material minimizes the release of volatile compounds from fruit and fresh products.

A low-pressure environment of 0.5-30m bar makes the technology suitable for freeze-drying and processing delicate materials like berries, plant extracts, or herbs without compromising their aromas. Meanwhile, the reactor attracts water molecules, reducing residual moisture to 0.5%. Zeodration integrates into vacuum and lyophilization systems and handles batch and belt operations.

Freeze drying system for berries and fruit powders

From thin liquid baby oils and perfumes to thicker lotions and creams for hair and skincare, cosmetic products include a wide range of goods. In an industry where there are a plethora of product types, it’s essential to use a filling machine that can be adapted to the different consistencies of lotions and creams.
<h2>Automatically fills and closes jars, glasses, and tins for cream</h2>
Engineered by Wick Machinery, the DFB-T delivers an output of 400 containers per minute and has a filling range of 1 to 300 ml. The in-feed of jars or empty containers can be done manually, by a disc sorting machine, and by a rotary table. All containers are air-cleaned, while various filling systems enable product-specific filling.

The model also features jar coding, film die and foil cutters for precise filling. It also features a sealing station for hot sealing of foil on glass and plastic containers. Lastly, its filling nozzles are specifically designed for individual products, making the DFB-T ideal for tins, glasses, and jars.

Cosmetic cream filler

Industrial filling equipment solutions are used to package a measured mass or volume of a product, at the end of a production line, into a packaging container suitable for the product. The choice of filling system or filling line depends on the physical state of the product, the packaging container of choice, the desired mass or volume per container, the required production volume, and considerations of sterilization and safety.

Filling

Conventional extraction methods are time-consuming, labour-intensive and can sometimes be hazardous to the operator’s health when using organic solvents. Ultrasound technology reduces the use of organic solvents, speeds up the extraction time and is a more eco-friendly method with less environmental pollution.


<h2>High-efficiency ultrasonic horn for liquid processing</h2>
The ultrasonic horn IUIP2500 designed by Cheersonic is an adaptable ultrasonic device for the industrial processing of liquid. The most representative process of ultrasound equipment is the extraction of natural active ingredients, which is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine preparation. Furthermore, ultrasonication is a proven technology for nanoparticles dispersion, a process broadly applied in emulsions preparation in industries such as health care, cosmetics, and food. The ultrasonic horn is a device with a transducer that transmits ultrasound energy to a liquid. When high-power ultrasound waves touch the liquid, cycles of high-and low-pressure are generated. In the low-pressure stage, small vapour bubbles are formed before they collapse. This phenomenon of bubble formation, growth and implosion is called acoustic cavitation. By breaking intermolecular bonds, the penetration of an active ingredient into a solvent is easier, and it allows for speeding up extraction time.

Employed for a lot of procedures such as emulsification, homogenization, extraction, dispersion, wet-milling and disintegration, ultrasonic barbells are mostly used for liquid treatment. Cheersonic has two types of ultrasonic horns, a prism, and a barbell, as a part of the laboratory, bench, and industrial-scale liquid treatment equipment. The ultrasonic horn can be customized according to customer needs in regard to the process. Power can range from 500watt up to 5000watt. Ultrasonic horns are made of titanium that is the most widely used alloy for its good acoustic transmission properties.

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