Jacketed Mixer
Jacketed Mixer Overview
The Jacketed Mixer is a specially designed mixing system integrated with a thermal jacket to control the temperature of the product during processing. It is suitable for applications that require heating, cooling, or maintaining precise temperatures during blending, emulsifying, or reaction stages. The mixer vessel is jacketed with steam, thermal oil, or chilled water to support temperature-sensitive processes in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, and food.
PM Industries and Process Equipment Pvt. Ltd. Jacketed Mixers are available in various configurations — vertical or horizontal, with different agitators such as paddles, anchor blades, or high-shear impellers — depending on process requirements.
Working Principle
A rotating agitator inside a jacketed vessel performs the mixing operation while heat transfer takes place between the jacket fluid and the product. The agitator design (anchor, paddle, or turbine) depends on the material viscosity and desired shear level. The thermal jacket facilitates indirect heating or cooling, maintaining uniform product temperature throughout the batch. Optional vacuum or pressure configurations enable operations like emulsification, degassing, or controlled reactions.
Key Features
- Double/triple jacketed vessel for thermal fluid circulation
- Variety of mixing elements: paddle, anchor, turbine, or emulsifier
- Uniform heat transfer with efficient mixing
- Ideal for viscous and temperature-sensitive materials
- Can be supplied with vacuum, pressure, or gas blanketing systems
- GMP- and ASME-compliant construction
- Fully integrated automation and process control available
- Customizable inlet/outlet ports and manways
Applications
- Heating and mixing of viscous syrups and creams
- Chemical reactions requiring temperature control
- Emulsification of oils and water-based products
- Cosmetic cream and lotion blending
- Pharmaceutical suspensions, gels, and ointments
- Hot melt adhesives, resins, and waxes
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification Range | Remarks |
| Working Capacity | 100 – 20,000 Liters | Vertical or horizontal tanks available |
| Jacket Medium | Steam / Thermal oil / Chilled water | Customizable based on process needs |
| Agitator Type | Anchor / Paddle / Turbine / High-shear emulsifier | Chosen based on viscosity and shear requirements |
| Construction Material | SS 316L (standard), SS 304, Hastelloy (optional) | Mirror polish for hygiene applications |
| Power Consumption | 2 kW – 75 kW | Depends on agitator type and tank volume |
| Temperature Range | -10°C to 200°C | For both heating and cooling |
| Sealing | Mechanical seals / Lip seals / Stuffing box | Designed for vacuum/pressure operations |
| Control Panel | HMI / PLC / SCADA | With temperature, RPM, pressure indicators |
| Surface Finish | GMP mirror polish / Electro-polished | As per food/pharma requirements |
| Mounting | Skid-mounted or standalone | Customized for your factory layout |
Variants Available
- Vacuum Jacketed Mixer – For moisture-sensitive or degassing processes
- High-Shear Jacketed Mixer – For emulsions and rapid dispersion
- ATEX Jacketed Reactor Mixer – For hazardous zone applications
- Lab-Scale Jacketed Mixer – Small-scale process development
- Fully Automated Skid System – With integrated controls, pumps, and sensors
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Need precise thermal and mixing control in one system?
Choose PM Industries and Process Equipment Pvt. Ltd. Jacketed Mixers for temperature-sensitive blending, emulsification, and reaction processes. Our team will customize the mixer based on your product and process goals.