Ultra-Duty Dual-Axis Bin Blender

This dual-axis blender for portable bins provides fast, thorough blending of cylindrical or rectangular bins or FIBCs. Designs are available for bins ranging from 30 to 100 cu ft, up to 86 in. tall, round or rectangular, and for bin weights up to 15,000 lb. The inherent strength of a cylindrical bin is required for very heavy powders (as shown for metal powder 280 lb/cu ft), but a cylindrical shape doesn’t promote cross flow very well. This two-axis blender guarantees a homogeneous mix in a short time, whether the bin is cylindrical or rectangular. Two axes of rotation also preclude the re-segregation that might occur in batches that have either dissimilar particle size or dissimilar density. The blender is extremely rugged and can be loaded directly by fork lift, or by infeed table that can also accommodate bins placed by an overhead crane. Failsafe retention of the bin and a perimeter safety barrier (not shown) insure safe operation without sacrificing the speed of the blending cycle.
Applicon, Indianapolis, IN 317-635-7843 www.appliconco.com

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