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The "Original" Mud Mixer

The "Original" Mud Mixer

The "Original" Mud Mixer

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Lightnin has been serving drilling contractors for over 50 years with dependable mud mixers designed for complete suspension of mud and cuttings. This ensures uniform feed to mud cleaning equipment, reducing wear and extending the lifespan of various components.
Specifications and Design
Lightnin mud mixers feature patented Hydrofoil impellers for high-flow and high-efficiency mixing. These impellers provide superior mixing at the same motor power compared to competitors. The durable design includes sealed internal gearbox components to withstand chemicals, heat, and moisture.
Technological Innovation
Lightnin utilizes Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software to model the dynamic effects of impeller design and fluid properties, allowing for quick evaluation of mixing problems and reducing the cost of experiments.
Product Features
The A510 impeller is recommended for low viscosity blending and solid suspension, offering high efficiency with reduced power and torque requirements. Lightnin mixers are designed for low maintenance with features like helical/bevel gear construction, oversized bearings, and splash lubrication.
Service and Support
Lightnin provides comprehensive service support, including equipment audits to identify potential mechanical issues, gearbox exchange, and refurbishment programs. Technical services include on-site installation support, equipment servicing, and maintenance staff training.
Global Presence
Lightnin, part of SPX Corporation, operates globally with headquarters in Charlotte, NC, and regional offices in Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East. SPX Corporation is a Fortune 500 company specializing in flow technology and energy infrastructure.
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The "Original" Mud Mixer-1

The “Original” Mud Mixer S E R V I N G D R I L L I N G C O N T R ACTO R S F O R OV E R 5 0 Y E A R S

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process knowledge, and technological Lightnin has over 85 years of unrivaled experience in mixing technology, process knowledge, and technological innovation. innovation. Lightnin enjoys a global reputation for durable, long-lasting mixers, agitators, aerators, Lightnin guarantees the performance of the mixer as well as the mixing and flocculators for fluid process systems. result. Lightnin mud mixers are designed and engineered to provide complete We offer a full spectrum of impeller designs suspension of the mud and cuttings. This provides a uniform feed to the mud for diverse applications....

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H I G H - E F F I C I E N CY I M P E L L E R TO M ATC H YO U R P R O C E S S NEEDS A510 - Low blade solidity hydrofoil, recommended for low viscosity blending and solid suspension applications: • Varying tip chord angle allows for further optimization of mixer selection. • Maximizes ow generation while minimizing uid shear and minimizing loads on the agitator drive. • Generates the same ow as a pitched bladed turbine (A200) for 60% of the power and 50% of the torque. LE SS MAI NTE NANCE A510: General Purpose Impeller • Helical/Bevel gear construction minimizes gear wear that often plagues worm...

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The “Original” Mud Mixer S E RVI NG D R I LLI NG C O N T R ACTO R S F O R OV E R 50 YEAR S With more than 85 years experience in the manufacture and supply The equipment audit is specifically designed to identify potential of agitation equipment, we know what parts need to be on hand to mechanical problems before they occur. Using many forms of mod- support our customer base so that your downtime is minimized. The ern technology and drawing on our mixer manufacturing experience, Lightnin brand after sales support teams are on call to offer advice, our technicians can identify the onset of bearing...

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