CMC-ATEX System for the production of hydroalcoholic gel

The CMC mixing unit is a system designed for a fast dispersion of hydrocolloid products such as carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), flours, carbopol, pectin, and guar or xanthan gum. The ATEX version of this equipment is designed for use with products with the potential to create an explosive atmosphere. The main application is to manufacture hydroalcoholic gels, which usually contain a significant amount of alcohol.

Hydrocolloid compounds are usually available in dry powder form, which must be diluted in water to obtain the desired colloidal solution.

A cowles-type agitator fitted in the tank allows efficient circulation of the powder to the mixer lower head and also helps improve the dispersion time.

A product can become very viscous when the process requires using high concentrations of gelling agents, so using an additional anchor type agitator to ensure a completely mixed product may be necessary.

Technical informations

Features:

AISI 316L stainless steel closed vertical unit; Vertical agitator with cowles propeller; Tank bottom high-shear mixer; Maximum and minimum level probe; Manhole for powder adding and inspection; CIP spray balls; Manual butterfly valves for discharge; A control panel for installation in a non-classified zone.

Materials:

Parts in contact with the product: AISI 316L
Other materials: AISI 304L
Gaskets in contact with the product: EPDM

Surface finish:
- Internal: 2B, with removed and polished welds Ra ≤ 0.8 µm
- External: 2B, with brushed, washed and passivated welds