Botek machinery’s precision Ribbon Blender is an industry benchmark for processing dry, semi-wet, and cohesive bulk solids. At its core is a fluid-dynamically optimized dual helical ribbon agitator, achieving rapid three-dimensional convective, shear, and diffusive mixing—typically within 5-15 minutes—ensuring exceptional uniformity in every batch. Featuring a modular design, it supports deep customization from standard mixing to complex processes like heating, cooling, vacuum operation, and explosion-proof configurations. It is the ideal choice for efficient and clean production in industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, new energy, and building materials.
The machine consists of a U-shaped mixing trough, a dual helical ribbon agitator, a drive unit, and a discharge valve. During operation, the motor drives the central shaft via a gear reducer, rotating the inner and outer ribbons simultaneously. The outer ribbon conveys material from the ends toward the center, while the inner ribbon moves material from the center toward the ends. Simultaneously, shear forces from the ribbons induce radial movement. This compound motion creates rapid convection and interpenetration of material in both axial and radial directions, achieving fast, uniform 3D mixing. The final product is discharged with minimal residue via a precision bottom valve.
Advantages
- Highly Efficient & Uniform Mixing: Unique “inner-outer” counter-rotating dual ribbon design generates intense counter-current and radial motion, eliminating dead zones. Achieves mixing uniformity with a CV value exceeding 95%.
- Contamination-Free & Hygienic Design: All product contact parts are available in 304/316L stainless steel with a mirror-polished interior (Ra ≤ 0.4µm). An outboard bearing design, coupled with an optional air-purged seal, completely eliminates lubricant contamination and cross-contamination, meeting cGMP/FDA standards.
- Excellent Flexibility & Adaptability: Working volume ranges from 50L to 10,000L, with an effective fill ratio of 30%-70%. The ribbon structure, speed, and optional add-ons like choppers or breaker bars can be tailored for materials with varying properties (e.g., large density differences, fragility, high adhesiveness).
- Easy Cleaning & Maintenance: Features like quick-open manways, rapidly removable ribbon assemblies, optional CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems, and a dead-zone-free design significantly reduce cleaning and batch changeover time.
- Robust, Durable & Reliable: A heavy-duty U-shaped trough, reinforced shaft, and support structure, along with wear-resistant treatment on key components, ensure long-term stability under heavy-duty, continuous operation.
Data Sheet
| Model | Total Volume(L) | Power(kw) | Rotate Speed(R/min) | Load Factor | L×W×H(mm) | Weight(Kg) |
| BR-300 | 300 | 3 | 41 | 0.8 | 2300×680×1060 | 750 |
| BR-500 | 500 | 5.5 | 41 | 0.8 | 2900×780×1240 | 1000 |
| BR-1000 | 1000 | 11 | 33 | 0.8 | 3200×1000×1400 | 1800 |
| BR-2000 | 2000 | 15 | 33 | 0.8 | 3860×1200×1650 | 2200 |
| BR-3000 | 3000 | 18.5 | 33 | 0.8 | 4320×1300×1900 | 3200 |
| BR-5000 | 5000 | 37 | 28 | 0.8 | 4850×1500×2020 | 4650 |
| BR-8000 | 8000 | 45 | 22 | 0.8 | 5100×1720×2420 | 8500 |
| BR-10000 | 10000 | 55 | 19 | 0.8 | 5610×1750×2360 | 9300 |
Note: Show Only Some Models
Configuration and application of the Ribbon Blender Machine
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Ribbon Blender FAQS
Botek machinery’s blenders handle a wide range of bulk solids, from powders to cohesive pastes and granules. They are widely used in chemical compounding, pharmaceutical pre-mixing, food additive blending, feed production, and building material homogenization.
Material options: 304 or 316L stainless steel, coated carbon steel, or alloy liners.
Process features: Jacketed designs for heating/cooling (±200°C), vacuum/pressure operation, inert gas purging,spary system.
Control systems: From basic starters to PLC touchscreen panels with data logging
Safety & certification: ATEX explosion-proof designs, GMP-compliant finishes.
Quantitative mixing: Can increase the quantitative mixing of the weighing module.
If you have any other customized requirements, please contact us.
Yes, we can. As a specialist in solid handling equipment, we not only supply core mixing units but also engineer and integrate complete production systems. Our portfolio includes: feeding & conveying equipment (e.g., elevators, screw conveyors), pre-processing equipment (e.g., crushers, sifters), post-mixing processing equipment (e.g., dryers, coolers), and automatic packaging machines. We deliver tailored solutions, from single machines to turnkey production lines, based on your process requirements.
Contact our engineers to obtain the design plan and quotation.
The equipment is designed for easy cleaning and maintenance, with optional CIP systems. We provide comprehensive after-sales support, including detailed installation guidance, operational training, and regular maintenance reminders. Standard mechanical parts come with an 18-month warranty, backed by lifelong technical support. For complete line projects, we offer professional on-site commissioning and process optimization services.
All mixers are tested in the factory before shipment. The delivery period for standard models is 3-4 weeks. We offer a 18-month warranty for mechanical components and lifetime technical support. If there are any after-sales issues, our engineers will respond within 24 hours. For the entire line, we can provide the option of having engineers come to the site for installation.
