MIXING AND BLENDING APPLICATIONS IN THE CHEMICAL PROCESSING INDUSTRY
Featured Articles Include:
- Recommended Blending Equipment For Feeds And Fertilizers
- Dual-Shaft Mixers For Efficient Powder Dispersion And Temperature Control
- Recommended Blending Equipment For Powdered Detergents
- Guard Against Product Migration In Your Ribbon Blender
- Benefits Of Batch Ultra-High Shear Mixing And Homogenization In The Chemical Industry
Ross serves the requirements of the Chemical Process Industries, in virtually every industrialized country around the world. We have the experience and production capacity that no other manufacturer of specialty mixing and blending equipment can match. In the USA alone, we operate five plants, an analytical laboratory and a vigorous R&D program. Overseas, Ross equipment is being built in our own factories in China and India, and manufactured under license in other counties. Typical applications include mixing, blending, particle size reduction, emulsification, homogenization, powder induction, vacuum processing and more.
Specifications that define a mixer built for a chemical industry application reflect a combination of industry standards, and the mixing functions needed for that particular application. A sub-micron emulsion, for example, requires high-shear agitation, vacuum and usually a heat-transfer system. The size of the mixer is determined by the throughput required. To guard against batch-to-batch contamination, CIP and SIP capabilities are available, along with such devices as air-purged seals and custom designed discharge valves. To ensure a high degree of repeatability and to document the production of every batch, we often add a control system with data-logging capability.
The close connection between specific performance requirements and equipment features is the logical starting point for equipment design. But today, the challenge of specifying and designing a high-performance mixer is more than a two-dimensional process. We regularly address performance needs that are much broader than one particular mixing application. In fact, we often custom design equipment to meet production needs that have not yet been imagined.
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FEATURED PRODUCTS
The ROSS Model HSM-405SC-25 is an inline high shear rotor/stator mixing system incorporating SLIM (Solids/Liquid Injection Manifold) Technology. Unlike conventional eductors, the unique SLIM rotor/stator generates a powerful vacuum without the aid of external pumps and pulls powders directly into the mix chamber, promoting instantaneous wet out under high shear conditions. Mounted on a multipurpose skid with load cells, actuated valves and level switches, the pictured HSM-405SC-25 recirculates into a 400-gallon jacketed tank and is controlled from a 15” industrial PC with Windows.
Ross V-Blenders are most often used for the intimate dry blending of free flowing solids. The solids being blended in these units can vary in bulk density and in percentage of the total mixture. Materials being blended are constantly being split and intermixed as the shell rotates. Normal cycle times are typically in the range of 15 minutes, however can be less depending on the difficulty of blending.
Ross Double Cone Blenders design is most often used for the intimate dry blending of free flowing solids. The solids being blended in these units can vary in bulk density and in percentage of the total mixture. Materials being blended are constantly being intermixed as the Double Cone rotates.
Ross is the leading supplier of Ribbon, Tumble and Vertical Blenders for dry powder blending and drying for the process industries. Many products including pharmaceuticals, foods, chemicals, fertilizers, plastics, pigments, and cosmetics are manufactured in Ross dry blending equipment.
Ross is offering a new high-efficiency charging hopper for its line of High Shear Mixers with Solids/Liquid Injection Manifold (SLIM) Technology. The SLIM is a unique rotor/stator device engineered for high-speed powder injection into liquid without the need for eductors or pumps. The improved hopper design ensures a steady rate of feed delivery and prevents “rat holes” or bridging of bulk solids. Typical solids dispersed using the SLIM include fumed silica, CMC, guar gum, carbon black, carrageenan, xanthan gum, talc, alginates, pectin, titanium dioxide, calcium carbonate, starch, clays, alumina, carbomers, sugar, salts, dye powders and other additives or fillers.
The new line of Model 42C Cylindrical Ribbon Blenders are designed to mix dry powders, wet granulations and paste-like materials with densities up to 100 lb/cu.ft. Available in many sizes from 1/2 to 1,000 cu.ft. working capacity, Cylindrical Ribbon Blenders can be built for atmospheric, full vacuum or internal pressure operation. A full range of standard, heavy-duty and sanitary models are offered.
Ross SysCon is your single source supply for skid mounted Process Automation. Ross' diverse group engineers and designers has years of experience in multiple different industries ranging from Aerospace to Pharmaceuticals, Pulp and Paper to Automotive, Specialty Chemical to Natural Gas Storage.
V-Blenders designs are most often used for the intimate dry blending of free flowing solids. The solids being blended in these units can vary in bulk density and in percentage of the total mixture. Materials being blended are constantly being split and intermixed as the shell rotates.
Charles Ross & Son Company, the leader in specialty mixing and dispersion equipment, is now offering complete skid mounted static mixing systems
Double Cone Blenders are most often used for the intimate dry blending of free flowing solids. The solids being blended in these units can vary in bulk density and in percentage of the total mixture. Materials being blended are constantly being intermixed as the Double Cone rotates. Normal cycle times are typically in the range of 10 minutes, however they can be less depending on the difficulty of blending.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Charles Ross and Son Company
710 Old Willets Path
Hauppauge, NY 11788
UNITED STATES
Phone: 631-234-0500
Fax: 631-234-0691
Contact: Chris Ross
FEATURED ARTICLES
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![ROSS Inline HSM-410]( "Mobile Inline Rotor/Stator Homogenizers For Efficient High Shear Mixing")
Mobile Inline Rotor/Stator Homogenizers For Efficient High Shear MixingROSS inline high shear mixers from 1 through 250 HP accelerate mixing, emulsification and homogenization in both recirculation and continuous modes. A mobile skid allows these machines to be used anywhere in a plant, saving time and money by eliminating the need for multiple mixers separately dedicated to each vessel or product
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![Blending & Mixing 101: How The Right Mixing And Blending Processes Create Your Ideal Product]( "Selection Criteria for Ribbon, Vertical, or Tumble Blenders")
Selection Criteria for Ribbon, Vertical, or Tumble BlendersAmong solid-solid blending systems, the three most common types are the horizontal ribbon blender, the cone screw vertical blender and the tumble blender. Aside from level of shear or ‘gentleness’, other factors help determine which type of blender will work most efficiently in a certain application. Following are some things to consider when choosing your blender.
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![Charles Ross]( "Sanitary Mixing In Multi-Agitator Systems")
Sanitary Mixing In Multi-Agitator SystemsMulti-shaft mixers are versatile systems used in the production of food, beverage, pharmaceutical and medical products. This bulletin discusses a few equipment features commonly supplied on multi-shaft mixers intended for sanitary applications.
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![Ken Langhorn, ROSS VP Sales]( "Mixing And Blender Leader Appoints Ken Langhorn As VP Of Sales")
Mixing And Blender Leader Appoints Ken Langhorn As VP Of SalesROSS is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Langhorn to the position of Vice President of Sales.
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![ROSS HSM-706MS-50]( "High Shear Mixer Providing Elite Shear for Manufacturers")
High Shear Mixer Providing Elite Shear for ManufacturersThe patented ROSS MegaShear is an Ultra High Shear Rotor/Stator ideal for high-throughput emulsification, dispersion and homogenization.
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![Charles Ross Bucket]( "Chemical Industry Mixing Challenges: Considerations For Choosing The Right Equipment")
Chemical Industry Mixing Challenges: Considerations For Choosing The Right EquipmentEfficiency, consistency, and repeatability are qualities the chemical industry strives for in mixing operations. However, finding the right mixing equipment, and the right mixer manufacturer, can be challenging. This article offers considerations for choosing chemical mixing equipment.
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![VMC-40 with SLIM (4)]( "Multi-Shaft Mixers Ideal For Gels And Cream")
Multi-Shaft Mixers Ideal For Gels And CreamROSS VersaMix Multi-Shaft Mixers incorporate a proprietary powder induction feature for efficient charging of thickeners to produce high-quality gels, creams and pastes. The VersaMix includes a three-winged anchor and a high speed disperser blade which provide a robust combination of shear and bulk flow at various stages of the mixing cycle.
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![Nantong Ross]( "Mixing And Blending Equipment Manufacturer Announces Major Expansion In China")
Mixing And Blending Equipment Manufacturer Announces Major Expansion In ChinaROSS is pleased to announce the completion of a major expansion of its facility in Nantong, China. After more than 20 years of a successful joint venture, Nantong Ross Mixing Equipment Co. Ltd. has pushed ROSS to become the world's largest supplier of ribbon blenders in China.
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![ROSS DS-10 Discharge System]( "Discharge Systems Ideal For High Viscosity Applications")
Discharge Systems Ideal For High Viscosity ApplicationsROSS builds advanced Discharge Systems with mechanisms to seamlessly fit almost any high-viscosity application.
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![DPM-4-c]( "Ross Double Planetary Mixer With HV Blade Design Solves Problems In Mixing Ultra High Viscosity Sealants")
Ross Double Planetary Mixer With HV Blade Design Solves Problems In Mixing Ultra High Viscosity SealantsA major manufacturer of silicone sealants was looking to make a new, highly filled, silicone sealant. The desired product has a viscosity of over 9 million centipoise and is very “stickyâ€.
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![ROSS Model VCB-0]( "Ross Sanitary Tumble Blenders Ideal For High Value Applications")
Ross Sanitary Tumble Blenders Ideal For High Value ApplicationsThe ROSS VCB-0.25 Tumble Blender is uniquely suited for specialty blends with extremely minor active components and additives. Ideal for processing high value and delicate applications, the Tumble Blender is often provided in a sanitary all-stainless steel construction and imparts gentle agitation.
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![Single Post VMC-1000.jpg]( "New Mixer Minimizes Downtime For Manufacturers")
New Mixer Minimizes Downtime For ManufacturersThe Ross VMC-1000 VersaMix is a 1,000-gallon Triple-Shaft Mixer available on a pivot-design single-post hydraulic lift.
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![Handshake]( "Selecting The Best Pharmaceutical Mixing Equipment For Your Operations")
Selecting The Best Pharmaceutical Mixing Equipment For Your OperationsFinding the right mixing equipment isn’t as simple as selecting an item from a menu. This article is a guide to considerations when choosing pharmaceutical mixing equipment and vendors for a facility.
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![ROSS Model PDM-300.jpg]( "Planetary Dispersers Ideal For Viscous Manufacturing Applications")
Planetary Dispersers Ideal For Viscous Manufacturing ApplicationsAnswering the need for high shear in formulations too viscous for conventional dual-shaft mixers, the ROSS PowerMix is a hybrid planetary mixer equipped with the patented High Viscosity “HV” Stirrer Blade providing axial product movement and radial exposure to a High Speed Disperse Blade, which in turn breaks down agglomerates and promotes rapid solids wet-out. Both the stirrer blade and saw-tooth disperser revolve around the batch while rotating on individual axes at independent speeds.
