Static mixers are used extensively as motionless mixing technology is exceptionally efficient and economical for industries.  Inline static mixers are finding wide applications in the food and beverage industry because they offer excellent mixing solutions.  They provide an unmatched blend between two or more materials.

What Is an Inline Static Mixer?

Inline Static Mixers are highly engineered motionless mixing devices that allow for the inline continuous blending of fluids within a pipeline.  Therefore, with no moving parts, static mixers utilize the energy flow stream to produce, consistent, cost-effective, and reliable mixing.

Industries That Utilize Inline Static Mixers

Most fluid processing industries use static mixers as they have a broad range of applications.  Thus they are often used in the wastewater treatment industry, food and beverage industry, chemical processing and power generation.

However, in the food and beverage industry, inline static mixers are a must.  Proper mixing is especially critical in the production of products.  An inaccurate blend can destroy an entire batch and slow down the production process.

The utilization of Inline static mixers in the food and beverage industry as they provide excellent mixing solutions.  They blend two or more materials perfectly together.  They are predictable and the results are significantly consistent.

The Types of Foods and Beverages That Benefit

In plants that process pastes, adding CO2, or mix viscous materials find it could not be done without an inline static mixer.  They can mix liquids with gases to make aerated drinks.  You can specifically mix multiple materials together to get different blends.

These are a few examples of what plants use them for:

• Heating and cooling chocolate
• Adding CO2 to fruit juices, beer, and wine
• Mixing Viscous Materials like Syrups and Jams
• Tomato Paste, Ketchup & Condiments
• Margarine and Butter
• Soft Drinks

Straightforward Maintenance and Hygiene Standards

In the Food and Beverage Industry, there are high cleanliness standards that must be met.  There are many appliances that can not be used in the food and beverage industry because of the risks of contamination.

Static Mixers are easily removable and cleanable in a short time frame.  They can also use these mixers for clean-in-place applications.  With basic maintenance, these mixers give a smooth performance and longer life.

They are available in 316-stainless steel for the mixing plates and housing which eliminates any chance of contamination caused by metals.

These mixers contain no moving parts, because of which there is no risk of small parts mixing with the food products.

Find the Perfect Static Mixer

Komax has been helping the food and beverage industry with quality inline static mixers to the food for more than 40 years.  If you have a specific need and unsure what the best type of inline static mixer contact a representative to help you find the perfect solution.  If you specifically have specifications that are not the traditional sizes, do not worry Komax can customize their products to fit your requirements.