FMX10 Powder/Liquid Mixer - New product Information Sheet

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The Silverson FMX10 is a high-speed, high-shear mixer designed for efficient powder/liquid mixing, particularly suitable for higher viscosity mixes. It serves as a bridge between laboratory and larger production models, offering various configurations such as high-speed, ultra-hygienic, ATEX/flameproof, and chemical duty models.

Features

Fast powder incorporation rates up to 500 kilos/hour.
Self-pumping and hygienic construction.
Available with a 50-litre vessel package including vessel, stand, valve, and pipework.
Wide range of motor and shaft sealing options for different applications.

Performance
The FMX10 offers a liquid flow rate of 6.4 tonnes per hour with powder incorporation rates for various substances such as gums, thickeners, milk proteins, and sugars. It is designed for use in recirculation systems, ensuring agglomerate-free, homogeneous dispersions.

Technical Specifications

Motor: 2 hp (1.5 kW) 9,000 rpm, with options for flameproof and stainless steel motors.
Materials: Wetted parts and base plate made of 316L stainless steel; elastomers are Viton.
Shaft Sealing: Hygienic single or double mechanical shaft seals.
Operating Pressure: Single seal at 150 psi, double seal at 100 psi, with higher pressure options available.
Inlet/Outlet: 1.5” Tri-clamp connections.
Powder Feed: 5-litre stainless steel hopper with ball valves.
Cleaning: Designed for Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) with Sterilising-In-Place as an option.

Catalog excerpts

FMX10 Powder/Liquid Mixer - New product Information Sheet-1

New Product Info Sheet Small ScalePowder/Liquid Mixer The new Silverson FMX10 provides a simple, fast, effective and hygienic means of powder/liquid mixing and is ideal for higher viscosity mixes. The FMX10 is a small scale version of the Flashmix powder/liquid mixer, designed to bridge the gap between the laboratory scale FMX5 and larger production models. A number of configurations are available, including: – High speed model Ultra-hygienic specification ATEX/Flameproof specification Chemical Duty model The unit is suitable batches of up to 50 litres, depending on viscosity, and is ideal for small scale manufacturing. It also offers an accurate and easy means of predicting the performance of production scale FMX units in the laboratory and streamlining the scale-up process. The World Leaders in High Speed High Shear Mixers Silverson Machines Limited www.silverson.co.uk [email protected] +44 (0)1494 7

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FMX10 Powder/Liquid Mixer - New product Information Sheet-2

Fast powder incorporation rates of up to 500 kilos/hour Hygienic construction. Wide range of motor and shaft sealing options, suitable for applications from aggressive chemical service to the most demanding ultra-hygienic duties. 50 litre vessel package available, comprising vessel, stand, valve and pipework. FMX10 and larger Flashmix units. Note: These figures are based on repeated practical testing and are for guidance only. Typical powder incorporation rate (kgs per hour) Gums & thickeners Milk protiens The table shows typical liquid flow and powder incorporation rates for the Liquid flow...

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FMX10 Powder/Liquid Mixer - New product Information Sheet-3

Technical Specification Motor Options Powerful 2 hp (1.5 kW) 9,000 rpm 230/400V 3 phase TEFV motor. Finished in Silverson blue as standard. Other motor options including flameproof and stainless steel available - these operate at 6,000 rpm Variable speed can be obtained via an inverter. Materials of Construction Wetted parts: 316L stainless steel. Base plate: 316L stainless steel. Elastomers: Viton. Others available as an option. Shaft Sealing Hygienic single mechanical shaft seals. Can be converted to hygienic double mechanical shaft seals suitable for pressurised flush. Operating Pressure Single...

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