This section provides an overview for v type mixers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 v type mixer manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked v type mixer companies as of November, 2024: 1.Multigel srl, 2.Labomiz Scientific Ltd..
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A V type mixer is a mixing vessel in the shape of a V. It uses a rotating motion to uniformly mix powders and granules by repeatedly dispersing and aggregating them.
Rapid and uniform mixing is made possible by the repeated convective motion of the powder/pellets moving throughout the mixing vessel. In addition, mixing time can be shortened due to the three-dimensional collision and folding action. The simple internal structure makes it suitable for mixing raw materials in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
The advantages of the V type mixer are their short mixing time and high mixing accuracy. Also, the cross-sectional area of the mixing vessel is smaller than that of a W-type mixer, enabling uniform mixing of even small amounts of raw materials. For this reason, they are widely used as indispensable machines for the uniform mixing required to maintain product quality.
In addition, V type mixers have the advantage of being easy to clean. Its simple internal structure reduces the need for cleaning and enables the machine to meet the high hygiene standards required in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
V type mixers are used for mixing a wide variety of materials, such as pellets, synthetic resin powders, seasonings, paints, dairy products, detergents, ceramic clay, glass, powder jig metal, and ferrite materials. They are especially suited for mixing raw materials in the pharmaceutical and food industries and are often utilized as one of the processes to produce high-quality products.
In addition, V type mixers have a simple internal structure and are easy to clean, allowing them to be used in a hygienic environment. In addition to the pharmaceutical and food industries, V type mixers are also suitable for mixing cosmetics and chemicals. They are used in many fields and are indispensable for achieving uniform mixing.
The principle of the V type mixer is based on the fact that, unlike fluid-to-fluid mixing, powder/pellets do not self-diffuse, and therefore, external force is applied to the powder/pellets to set them in motion. However, when an external force is applied, the static and fluid states are separated, preventing efficient mixing. A particular drawback is that when there is a large difference in specific gravity or particle size, there is a difference in the strength of homogenization and segregation, making it difficult to maintain the mixing state.
With the V type mixer, aggregation and segregation are repeated by the rotation of the V-shaped mixing tank, enabling ideal overall mixing. By properly selecting the feed rate, equipment design, and operating conditions, the V-type mixer is also suitable for mixing powders and granules that have flowability or are fragile.
Furthermore, the machine allows for the complete discharge of all materials, is easy to clean and wash, and is relatively inexpensive. Contamination is also basically prevented except from the shaft penetration, so it can be used with peace of mind. V type mixer is a device to achieves efficient and ideal mixing by applying the external force necessary to perform the mixing operation, thereby eliminating the difference between homogenization and segregation.
The recommended stocking rate of a V type mixer is 40% or less because sufficient mixing effect cannot be obtained unless the space for free flow of powder is secured inside the V type vessel. As is common with vessel-rotating mixers, the convection of the powder itself is the driving force for mixing, so the amount of powder fed is inevitably small in relation to the size of the equipment.
In a rotor-rotary mixer such as a screw or ribbon mixer, it is possible to achieve a feed rate of 60% or more. However, the rotor's force may cause particle wear and breakdown, and segregation may occur due to the agitation motion.
In selecting a mixer, it is important to confirm various requirements and conduct tests using actual powder to check the effect on powder quality.
Since the V type mixer is a vessel-rotating type, the powder particles are not damaged by compression, shear, or frictional forces from the rotor as much as in agitator-type mixers. This type of mixer is suitable for powders whose particle shape should not be damaged.
The shape, size, and surface condition of the particles are important factors in the functions and properties of powders, and if they are altered by mechanical treatment, such as in a mixer, the fluidity of the powder itself, its mixability with other materials, and its dispersibility, when added to resins, may change.
Powders with controlled particle size, shape, or coating for the purpose of adding functionality or value must be mixed gently so as not to impair their function, for which a V type mixer is suitable. Another problem with agitator-type mixers is that the temperature of the powder rises during mixing because heat is generated by friction.
Therefore, a V type mixer is suitable for heat-sensitive samples. Conversely, powders that are not suitable for V type mixers are fine powders or powders with large differences in particle size and density. In these cases, the fine particles and light powders will agglomerate, and it is difficult to break up the agglomerates with a vessel rotation type mixer. Large density differences may also cause segregation of powders.
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Seishin Enterprise Co., Ltd. founded in 1968 in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, is a manufacturer and supplier of powder technology equipment. The company's product range includes plant apparatus, lab instruments, trouble-measure apparatus, functional materials, and powder custom processing and analysis. These products cater to industries requiring specialized powder technology solutions. They primarily serve sectors like manufacturing, research, and development, among others. Additionally, the company offers services such as custom powder processing, detailed analysis, equipment development, and technological consultation.
Liaoyang Bright Shine Pharmaceutical Machinery lmp & Exp Co. Ltd., based in Liaoyang, China, is a manufacturer of solid preparation and liquid filling machines. The company also sells laboratory testers and packing machines and serves several industries, including chemical, food, and cosmetics. It has been in the industry for over 15 years and only requires 20-30 days to send a sample if it’s a single machine. It also provides technical support and will send engineers to a foreign country to install a machine. The machines use 304 or 316 Stainless Steel, and the company gives a one-year warranty.
XiangYi Instrument (Xiangtan) Co. Ltd. was established in 2005, as a manufacturer of laboratory equipment in China. The products are categorized into different types, such as Petroleum/Oil Tester which consists of equipment like Viscometers, density, distillation, ash, and pH testers. Similarly, there is a category of Thermal Analyzers, Refrigerating and Cryogenics, Automatic Fusion machines, and incubators, along with Analyzers for water quality, particle size, surface area, and more, and various laboratory instruments and equipment that are used in schools, research units, factories, and pharmaceutical laboratories.
Tsung Hsing Food Machinery Co., Ltd., established in 1965 and headquartered in Taiwan, Thailand, is a manufacturer of food production machines. The company provides snack food production solutions and whole-plant equipment customized design services for global food factories and central kitchens. It assists clients in planning or optimizing snack food production lines, manual conversion to automation and improvement of final product quality. The company has an exclusive patented heating system, and has won the Taiwan Excellence Award in 2017 and SMEs Rising Star Award in 2019.
Multigel srl is a manufacturer specializing in industrial machinery for the pharmaceutical sector established in 1936 in Florence, Italy. The company's products include machinery for tablet and capsule production, mixing powders for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products, and liquid or cream processing. It also offers packaging machines for blister packs, sachets, and tubes. The company is UNI EN ISO 9001-certified, and primarily serves clients in the pharmaceutical industry with additional applications in cosmetics and laboratories.
Bachiller (E. Bachiller B, S.A.), established in 1971 and headquartered in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, is a manufacturer of industrial process equipment and pressure vessels. The company's products include sanitary paddle dryers, vertical ribbon mixers, and laboratory vacuum mixers. These products have various applications in chemical processing, petrochemical processing, and pharmaceutical processing, among others. It offers full service and maintenance plans for the lifetime of its equipment and also offers the production of complete, turnkey industrial and commercial processing lines. All of the equipment and systems it provides are fully tested before delivery to clients.
AIE Pharmaceuticals, Inc., founded in the United States in 1995 is a manufacturer of standard and custom private label vitamins and supplements. The company's product portfolio includes Capsules, Tablets, Powder, and Softgels for the biomedical, and biopharmaceutical. and its products are FDA approved. Its capabilities include contract manufacturing, private or white labeling, and custom formulations and All products are manufactured under the guidelines of United States Pharmacopoeia (U.S.P.), Current Good Manufacturing Practices (c.G.M.P.), Standard Operating Procedures (S.O.P.).
Yenchen Machinery Co., Ltd., established in 1967, is based in Taoyuan, Taiwan, as a manufacturer and supplier of pharmaceutical machines. It specializes in manufacturing pellet and coating machines, high-shear mixers, and solid dosage lines. Its products are equipped with HEPA filters and thermal ristribution instruments to ensure product quality. Its manufactured products are utilized in pharmaceutical, food, biotechnology, chemical, and cosmetic sectors across Europe, America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The company has partnered with several companies, such as Pfizer, Novartis, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Daiichi-Sankyo. It acquired ISO 9001:2015 certification and received the Honorable Mention Award in Intelligent Product Competition in 2023.
Labomiz Scientific Ltd., Founded in the year 2007, is a manufacturer and global supplier of laboratory and scientific equipment. The company serves educational institutions and research laboratories worldwide. Labomiz's comprehensive range of laboratory equipment is designed to meet the needs of various industries and research fields. The company has established itself as a source for classy laboratory instruments, supported by a team of skilled professionals in marketing, sales, application, and support. Labomiz Scientific Ltd. continues to scientific advancements through its advanced and laboratory equipment offerings.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Multigel srl |
33.3%
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2 | Labomiz Scientific Ltd. |
33.3%
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3 | Yenchen Machinery Co., Ltd. |
33.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the v type mixer page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China | 4 | 36.4% |
Taiwan | 3 | 27.3% |
Japan | 1 | 9.1% |
Canada | 1 | 9.1% |
Turkey | 1 | 9.1% |
Spain | 1 | 9.1% |