CASE STUDY: Mixer & Blender Project

The client selected a 1,000-litre working capacity ribbon blender to suit their production volumes. A key requirement of the client was a ribbon blender with enough capacity to suit their production volumes which also had mobility, allowing the unit to be removed from the production area for thorough wet cleaning, ensuring no cross-contamination between batches.

Project Details

Project: 1,000 litre mobile ribbon blender

Client: Leading spice manufacturer

Location: Sydney NSW

Sector: Food & beverage – spices

Completion Date: Feb 2021

Overview:

Following detailed consultation, the client selected a 1,000-litre working capacity ribbon blender to suit their production volumes. A key requirement was mobility, allowing the unit to be removed from the production area for thorough wet cleaning, ensuring no cross- contamination between batches.

The blender was designed with a full access platform and stairs to improve operator safety and ease of use. A hinged loading hopper was incorporated into the lid and fitted with a dust extraction point to minimise airborne dust during ingredient loading.
The loading hopper was also configured to accept standard off-the- shelf vibratory sifter screens, allowing for quick changeovers while reducing long-term replacement and maintenance costs.

The control box was positioned for easy operator access, and the blender was equipped with Category 3 safety systems. This included a safety interlock that remained locked until the motor had fully run down, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and protecting operators during operation and maintenance.

Outcome / Results:

Solution: The project delivered a safe, efficient and contamination-controlled blending solution that met all operational requirements. The client was highly satisfied with the result and has continued to place repeat equipment orders, choosing locally engineered solutions over lower- cost overseas alternatives.