Features of High Mixer Granulator
A high mixer granulator with high shear capability can produce even granules quickly, delivering you a consistent quality and expanding your productivity.
- Powerful shear performance, saving time on manufacturing
- A horizontal cylindrical structure made of stainless steel is solid and reduces the vibration
- Inflatable sealing drive shaft and CIP system diminish cross-contamination
- Dry mixing 2 minutes, granulation 1-4 minutes
- FANQUN high mixer granulator complies with the GMP standard, and undergoes a comprehensive inspection before delivery
GHL series High Mixer Granulator
The powder material and binder are fully mixed into wet material in the cylindrical container by the bottom mixing paddle and then cut into uniform wet particles by the side-mounted high-speed pulverizing paddle.
Features of GHL series High Mixer Granulator
- This machine adopts horizontal cylindrical structure with reasonable structure.
- Fluidized granulation, the granules are nearly spherical, with good fluidity.
- Reduce 25% binder and shorten drying time compared with traditional process.
- Each batch of dry mixing 2 minutes, granulation 1-4 minutes, efficiency is 4-5 times higher than the traditional process.
- Completed in the same closed container, dry mixing – wet mixing – granulation, process reduction, in line with GMP specifications.
- The cutting system is designed with a unique blade, more uniform granulation, and the transmission part of the low noise, no heat; and designed with a leakage detection port and waterproof device to ensure that water does not enter the cutting motor.
- The mixing system is designed with unique mixing paddle lifting device and blades, easy, safe and fast installation and disassembly to ensure that the material does not jam and stop in the case of relatively large viscosity, and at the same time, the replacement of seals is concise and convenient.
- Adopting unique gas sealing patented structure design to ensure that the material will not enter into the mixing and cutting system, the material in the pot at any time without black spots, stains and other defects appear.
- The whole operation has strict safety protection measures.
- It can be made into jacketed type according to user’s requirement.
Commonly used for raw plastic material mixing with continuous passive control, Rotation pace is adjustable.
High quality stainless steel granulator with automatic manual control for dry mixing granules applicable for various industries.
Ideality of high vertical granulators are suitable for storing and drying organic materials before granulation.
Vertical Granulator with great heavy capacity, has manual automatic control for mixer speed and granulated product drying.
Manufactured vertically with dent prevention and rust-free capabilities, Polished with nonstick surface for wet granulated products.
Manufactured with stainless steel and weight capacity is controlled by a computer system. The mixing and blending can be manually or automatic for preferable results.
High speed capacity granulator with sieve, made with 304 stainless steel that is improved to be explosion-proof and anti-rust.
A three-dimensional rational and blends raw material, Easy to operate and has high efficiency.
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- Technical Parameters
| Specification | Total volume (L) | Working volume (L) | Capacity (kg/batch) | Working time (min) | Mixing speed (rpm) | Cutting speed (rpm) | Agitator power (kW) | Cutter power (kW) | Air consumption (m³/min) | Air pressure (MPa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 3.5 | 0.8~1.8 | 7~10 | 60~600 | 1000~2900 | 1.5 | 0.75 | 0.4 | 0.4~0.6 |
| 10 | 10 | 7 | 2~3.5 | – | 150~500 | – | 2.2 | 1.5 | 0.6 | – |
| 20 | 20 | 14 | 4~8 | – | 20~200 | – | 4.0 | 2.2 | – | – |
| 50 | 50 | 35 | 10~18 | – | 40~180 | – | 5.5 | 4.0 | – | – |
| 100 | 100 | 70 | 20~35 | – | 50~120 | – | 11 | 5.5 | – | – |
| 150 | 150 | 105 | 40~60 | – | – | – | 15 | 7.5 | – | – |
| 250 | 250 | 175 | 60~100 | – | – | – | 18.5 | 11 | – | – |
| 300 | 300 | 210 | 70~120 | – | – | – | 30 | – | – | – |
| 400 | 400 | 280 | 80~150 | – | – | – | 37 | – | – | – |
| 600 | 600 | 420 | 120~220 | – | – | – | 45 | – | – | – |
| 800 | 800 | 560 | 180~300 | – | – | – | 55 | – | – | – |
| 1000 | 1000 | 700 | 250~400 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
What is a High Mixer Granulator
The high mixer granulator, also known as a high shear granulator, uses a high-speed mixing impeller and chopper to mix powders and produce uniform wet granules in a short time. They help you improve granulation efficiency, reduce employment and time costs, and are ideal for use in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and chemical production.
How does the High Shear Mixer Granulator Work
Step One: Dry Mixing
After pouring the raw materials into the mixing bowl， you can start the equipment. The mixing impeller at the bottom of the machine will begin to rotate at high speed, quickly breaking up and agitating all the powdery materials. This helps to mix the raw materials from different groups evenly in a very short time. Thanks to its high-speed shearing capability, dry mixing can be completed in only 1–3 minutes, which is far more efficient than traditional mixing methods.
Step Two: Wet Mixing
Next, you need to turn on the spray device to send the adhesive into the mixing bowl. At this point, the atomized adhesive will be evenly sprayed onto the powder. Simultaneously, the stirring paddle continues to stir, gradually combining the powder particles to bind together and form wet clumps. This step directly determines the quality of the finished product; it’s crucial to maintain consistent moisture levels and avoid over-wetting or localized clumping.
Step Three: Granulation
And then, the chopper on the side wall of the equipment began to rotate at high speed. Working in conjunction with the mixing impeller, the chopper breaks down large, loose wet lumps, resulting in a more uniform particle. On the other hand, the impeller kneads and compresses the damp material, making it more compact and dense. This ultimately forms granules that are uniform in size, of moderate density, and have good flowability. Granulation can be completed in 1–4 minutes, saving your time and effort.
Main Parts of the High Mixer Granulator
- Mixing Bowl
The mixing bowl is the cavity of the high-speed mixer granulator, used to complete the entire process of dry mixing, wet mixing, and granulation. It is usually made of stainless steel, and the inner wall is polished to prevent material adhesion.
- Mixing Impeller
The mixing impeller is responsible for propelling the materials to mix them quickly and evenly, and promoting the formation of granules after adding the adhesion. The impeller blades with high shear are usually S-shaped or multi-bladed, which can significantly shorten your granulation time.
- Chopper
The chopper is used to prevent the formation of large clumps during wet mixing. The high-speed rotating blades easily break up large, uneven wet clumps. You can also adjust the speed according to the material properties and the amount of adhesion to produce more consistent particle sizes.
- Discharge Port
The discharge port is installed below the mixing bowl, allowing for rapid material discharge after granulation. When used with pneumatic or mechanical valves, it ensures clean and precise discharge in a closed environment.
- Hopper for Feeding Adhesion
The feeding hopper is used to evenly spray liquid binder into the mixing bowl, helping the powder agglomerate quickly. Equipped with a spray gun or spray system, you can control the amount and speed of adhesion, keep the moisture level consistent, and prevent local areas from being overly wet or dry.
- Control System
The control system manages various parameters throughout the machine’s operation, such as stirring speed, chopping speed, liquid spray volume, and running time. You can set recipes and record batch data on the touchscreen for data tracking.
Features and Benefits of High Mixer Granulator
Accelerate Your Granulation Speed
Traditional processes have many complex steps, resulting in long granulation times; a batch of material may take tens of minutes or even longer to complete.
Our high-speed mixing granulator, however, completes dry mixing of material in just 2 minutes, and the next two steps in 1-4 minutes, directly increasing your efficiency by 4-5 times.
Why so fast? Because it integrates all process procedures into one container, eliminating the need for equipment changes, it significantly reduces your employment costs.
More importantly, a shorter process means less material exposure and higher stability. Naturally, Higher quality is achieved. Production speed, reliability, and capacity—these are the core demands your customers always have, and our high mixer granulator solves them all.
Reduce Adhesion Consumption
Conventional granulation often needs large amounts of binders, long drying times, and lots of energy. Consequently, your production costs increased.
Fortunately, our high mixer granulator, with its high mixing speed and shear, allows for faster mixing of powder and binders, reducing adhesion usage by at least 25%. It will not just save energy and decrease production costs, and it is very suitable for manufacturers with expensive auxiliary materials or large-volume production.
At the same time, less adhesion helps you better control product moisture content, diminishing rework and bringing repeat customers.
Produce Uniform Granules
The high mixer granulator produces near-spherical granules with more uniform size and also improved flowability. This eliminates inconsistencies in granule thickness and hardness during tableting, and it also accelerates your tableting speeds.
Furthermore, the uniform spherical granules are less prone to clogging the discharge port, ensuring high output even during continuous production without downtime. Therefore, if you desire a more stable production line and a higher product yield, our high mixer granulator is your best choice.
Easy to Clean and Compliance with GMP
Our granulation equipment features a CIP (Clean-In-Place) system with an air-sealed drive shaft, allowing you to switch to water during cleaning. This prevents cleaning fluid from entering the bearing area, extending your equipment’s lifespan. Furthermore, the stainless steel construction and horizontal cylindrical structure simplify cleaning and inspection, guaranteeing thorough drainage and leaving no residue.
Most importantly, the fully enclosed production environment reduces material transfers and minimizes the risk of cross-contamination. For pharmaceutical companies, as customers increasingly focus on GMP regulations, this equipment can help your products achieve certification more easily.
Applications of High Shear Mixer Granulator
Food and Beverage Industry
In the food industry, products such as sauces, condiments, and milk powder have high requirements for emulsification, dispersion, and particle uniformity. Conventional mixing equipments often lead to oil-water separation and slow dissolution, which affect taste.
Our high shear mixer granulator brings you a stable structure and finer particles. Simultaneously, it helps decrease manual operation, shortens ingredient preparation time, and improves batch production stability. For instant beverages, it produces rounder, denser particles, enhancing instant solubility.
Pharmaceutical Industry
In this sector, high mixer granulators are ideal for producing heat-sensitive and moisture-sensitive tablets and capsules. High-shear mixing granulators, through rapid wet mixing and instantaneous granulation, achieve more uniform binder distribution and particle density, improving tableting performance from the source.
What’s more, by completing mixing, liquid addition, and granulation within a single sealed container, they diminish your material exposure and help you meet the GMP standards for cleanliness and batch quality.
Cosmetics Industry
In the cosmetics industry, creams, powders, and mask bases require a fine, uniform, and non-separating consistency. Poor oil-water mixing through traditional means directly affects skin feel and, to a point, the appearance of the final product.
High mixer granulators utilize powerful shearing to instantly homogenize powders and liquids, helping to form a stable and fine emulsion structure. For powder products, well-defined particles are formed, the user experience being improved by all the above-mentioned factors.
Meanwhile, the enclosed design diminishes the contamination risk and is very suitable for factories demanding high quality and cleanliness.
Chemical Industry
The chemical factory frequently deals with materials that are high in viscosity and difficult to disperse, such as catalysts, detergents, and agrochemicals.
High mixer granulators can improve the uniformity of specific surface area and reduce agglomeration when producing catalysts. For detergent particles, they increase the dissolution rate and reduce dust.
Therefore, if you want to improve production efficiency and reduce rework, a high mixer granulator is a very reliable equipment.
Considerations for You to Select the Right Mixer Granulation Machine
Capacity
You need to match the equipment’s loading factor (typically 40–70%) to your daily or batch production volume.
If you are in the pharmaceutical or food industry and require multiple batches of production, you should choose a machine that can operate stably under high loads. However, excessive machine capacity will cause energy waste and low equipment utilization. Therefore, before selecting a machine, you should clearly define your material batch size, shift schedule, production line layout, and set aside capacity for the next 3–5 years.
Compatible Material
The density, hygroscopicity and to a point heat sensitivity of the material will all affect your final product quality. Highly hygroscopic materials are a prime example; they tend to clump together after adding the binder, requiring a model with strong mixing and shearing capabilities. Heat-sensitive materials need to have their temperature controlled during the stirring process; active ingredients will degrade if not properly managed. Models with jacketed cooling and precise liquid spraying control systems are preferable.
Of course, you can contact your customer in advance to conduct small-scale tests with their provided materials. Higher material compatibility will result in more uniform and stable particle size.
Granule Size Requirement
Granule size affects your subsequent tableting, filling, or dissolution rates, and the cutter speed is a crucial parameter to control it. High-speed choppers break up large clumps, producing finer particles. Low speeds, on the other hand, promote the formation of larger, looser particles.
Therefore, you need to choose the right speed range of the impeller and chopper, and the model had better support precise speed adjustment.
If you’re producing various specifications, it is recommended to choose a model that supports a wider speed adjustment range, so that one machine can cover your various production requirements and improve equipment utilization.
Cleaning Requirement
CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-in-Place) are often applied in industries with very strict hygiene requirements. CIP can automatically spray and clean hard-to-reach areas. SIP, on the other hand, uses steam to achieve sterilization, meeting GMP requirements. Don’t forget to confirm the spray ball layout, drainage design, and cleaning validation documentation before you purchase. Moreover, if you need to change product types frequently, it is best to install the CIP feature; otherwise, the downtime for manual cleaning will increase your operating costs.
Automation Options
Highly automated pelleting equipment can further improve your production efficiency. And, data management functions – batch recording, various types of traceability, and simple alarm logging – are all part of modern GMP or at least food safety compliant systems. Torque monitoring, spray adjustments, and, to a point, energy consumption, ensure batch quality and lessen material waste. Furthermore, models with PLC and touchscreen systems, as well as MES/ERP integration, can be selected to achieve a smart factory.
With over 30 years of experience in equipment manufacturing, FANQUN equipment has obtained CE, ISO, and other international certifications, meeting GMP requirements. We also provide one-stop service to safeguard your equipment’s operation.
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Starting the mixer at high speed directly can overload the motor, easily damage the impeller, and cause strong vibrations. Therefore, it’s best to start with a low speed to mix the materials and then gradually increase the speed for a smoother and safer granulation process.
You can adjust the rotation speed of the mixing impeller and chopper, optimize the adhesive application, powder moisture and size all play a part. Additionally, the wear of the chopper should always be checked or replaced as a preventative measure.
Yes. After connecting the equipment to the fluid bed, wet particles directly enter the dryer, which shortens your processing time and diminishes the risk of contamination. It is important to note that the interface size, transmission method, and control signals must be perfectly compatible before installation.
