BATCH MIXERS

for Powders & Bulk Solids

Vitomix ribbon screw mixer

The Vitomix ribbon screw mixer is a mid-shear batch mixer, capable of ultra-short cycle times with up to 8 times more transport volume than conventional ribbon screw mixers. In addition, the Vitomix has a wider range of operation with top speeds of 0.4 m/s to 6.0 m/s.

The multifunctional Vitomix ribbon screw mixer combines gentle mixing and mid to low shear in one compact machine. It is ideal for adding liquids and creates a homogeneous mixture without the use of lump breakers. The ribbon screw mixer is an energy-efficient mixer that reduces energy costs and saves on mixing time.

Principle of Operation

The Vitomix ribbon screw mixer is equipped with two symmetrical ribbon screws mounted on an orbital arm that transports the product from the bottom of the vessel to the surface. The material flows downwards through the centre of the vessel by gravity whilst the high rotational speed of the agitator ensures mid-shear mixing in very short batch times.

A distinctive factor about the Vitomix is the double ribbon screw which enables a transport capacity of up to eight times that of standard conical screw mixers. The result is a substantial improvement in mixing efficiency and a much more efficient and faster mixing process even at lower speeds.

The design of the two conical screws creates a fluidized bed in the upper part of the mixer cone that is perfect for adding liquids. A liquid spraying system can be fitted through the hollow axle, providing flexibility in the location and the number of nozzles and lances you choose; without influencing mixing properties or spraying on metal parts. 

  • Key features
    • Reliable Nauta® mixer technology, enhanced for up to 8 times faster mixing
    • Gentle and mid to low shear mixing in one machine
    • Fast and full discharge with bottom discharge valve
    • Energy efficient
    • Available from 500 up to 10,000 litres
  • Applications

    The Vitomix ribbon screw mixer is suitable for a wide range of process applications, including:

    • Fast mixing of powders, pastes and slurries
    • Addition of liquids and fats without the need for lump breakers
    • Coating powders with powders
    • Granulating
    • Flavouring
    • Colouring
    • Heating / cooling
  • Models

    The Vitomix ribbon screw mixer is available in several sizes. A few sizes with their typical characteristics are described below. Please note that these values are indicative only. Detailed information is available on request.

    Volume
    		[m³]0.51235710
    Vessel diameter [mm] 1230 1530 1900 2160 2550 2850 3200
    Vessel height [mm] 1260 1690 1890 2430 2870 2990 3350
    Height incl. motor [mm] 1590 2270 2480 3380 3860 3990 4570
    Typical motor power [kW] 1.1 - 5.5 3 - 18.5 5.5 - 30 7.5 - 45 15 - 75 22 - 90 30 - 110

Ancillaries

Enhance your Vitomix ribbon screw mixer with a range of ancillary options tailored to fit your process needs. Hosokawa Micron provides customized solutions designed to maximize productivity and efficiency in your production plant. Our team of skilled engineers is ready to guide you in selecting the perfect ancillary equipment for your application, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration with your mixer.

Batch Mixing Systems

Hosokawa Micron has been developing innovative solids processing systems for more than a century. As a result, we can draw on an unparalleled amount of know-how when designing new powder mixing systems. In a powder mixing system, the equipment, process steps and interacting parameters must all work together as an integral solution in order to ensure the optimal functionality, quality and efficiency of your total system. That's why we carefully select, configure and integrate all the components and processes when designing a powder mixing system.

Testing & Process Development

Hosokawa Micron powder processing Test Centre in Doetinchem (Netherlands)

Our Test and Process Development Centre in the Netherlands offers unique possibilities for testing your product to determine the most efficient process, system or plant prior to final design. We can provide laboratory-level as well as production-sized trials.

Whether you wish to test a single machine or a complete powder processing system, the same skilled and experienced staff are here to help ensure that your requirements are met, and that you are entirely satisfied with the results.

We offer process equipment and technologies from individual units to large scale bespoke system solutions. Our principle is to deliver high performance yet affordable solutions that meet our customers' demands and long term challenges.

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Applications

The Vitomix ribbon screw mixer is ideal for a wide range of products. Here are a few examples:

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Sustainable Processing Systems

Hosokawa Micron B.V. is certified according to ISO 14001. Our certification covers all environmental themes of ISO 14001: air, soil, energy, waste, water, noise and hazardous substances. In addition, Hosawa Micron was awarded an EcoVadis Silver Medal for its sustainability achievements. EcoVadis determined that the company was among the top 15% of companies rated by EcoVadis in the special machinery industry.

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