Vertical agitators · IBC mixer
IBC mixer
IBC mixer: a vertical agitator for IBC containers and tanks in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. It has a coaxial geared motor with a wide speed range, a sanitary finish and wetted parts in AISI 316L stainless steel.
- SanitaryFinish level
- AISI 316LWetted parts
- CoaxialGeared motor
- IEC 160 · 200 · 250Anchor flange
- 250–400 mmSquare plate base
- 1 or more impellersOf the same or different types
- Wetted parts in AISI 316L stainless steel
- Sanitary finish
- IEC-type anchor flange
- Coaxial geared motor
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What is the IBC mixer for?
The InoxMIM IBC mixer is a vertical agitator widely used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries for its high efficiency, high degree of agitation and low cost. It is used for dilution, dissolving and homogenising, maintaining products, suspensions and chemical or thermal homogenisation.
Its versatility lies in the different propeller sizes and types it accepts, with one or more impellers of the same or different types, and in the coaxial geared motor, which offers a choice from a wide range of speeds. The sanitary finish and its design allow it to work in safe conditions and with a high level of hygiene.
This is the right equipment if…
- You are agitating product in IBC containers or pharmaceutical or cosmetic tanks.
- You need a sanitary finish and wetted parts in AISI 316L.
- You carry out dilution, dissolving, suspension or thermal homogenisation.
- You want to choose the speed and combine one or more impellers to suit the mixture.
Choose other equipment if…
- You need to emulsify or disperse with high shear: an EM vertical emulsifier is the better choice.
- The product is very viscous and calls for large blades at low speed: the GFL/GFLE is better.
- The tank is medium-sized (2,000 to 15,000 litres): the VMD/VMR is better.
- You want a portable clamp-mounted agitator for open tanks: the SB/SBR/SBN is better.
Applications by industry
Where the IBC mixer is usually used:
Pharmaceutical industry
Dilution, dissolving and homogenising with a sanitary finish and a high level of hygiene.
Cosmetics
Maintaining products and suspensions with a high level of hygiene.
Chemical products
Homogenisation of chemicals in containers and tanks.
Thermal homogenisation
Agitation to even out the product temperature throughout the volume.
Features and benefits
Coaxial geared motor
Coaxial gears with a wide choice of speeds.
Sanitary finish
Designed for the hygiene requirements of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
One or more impellers
Of the same or different types, to achieve the degree of mixing each application needs.
IEC flange or square plate
Three IEC flange sizes and three square plate sizes.
Interchangeable components
Propellers and shafts that can be changed if the product or the container changes.
Easy fitting and removal
Simple fitting and removal, which speeds up cleaning and maintenance.
Mounting bases
The IBC mixer is fixed with an IEC-type flange or a square plate. Dimensions in mm: A, outside dimension; B, distance between bolt hole centres; C, bolt hole diameter.
| Base | Size | A (mm) | B (mm) | C (mm) | Bolt holes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IEC flange | IEC 160 | 160 | 130 | 9 | 4 to 90° |
| IEC flange | IEC 200 | 200 | 165 | 12 | 4 to 90° |
| IEC flange | IEC 250 | 250 | 215 | 14 | 4 to 90° |
| Square plate | 250 × 250 | 250 | 200 | 18 | 4 |
| Square plate | 300 × 300 | 300 | 250 | 18 | 4 |
| Square plate | 400 × 400 | 400 | 350 | 18 | 4 |
Dimensions according to the AGITMIM catalogue. Other anchor flanges on request.
Technical data
Materials
Wetted parts
AISI 316L stainless steel
Non-wetted parts
AISI 304L, carbon steel and others
Other materials
AISI 304L, AISI 904L, Hastelloy, etc.
Drive
Type
Coaxial geared motor
Options
Pneumatic motor; variable speed drive
Agitation
Impellers
One or more, of the same or different types
Operations
Dilution, dissolving, homogenising, maintaining and suspensions
Anchoring
IEC flange
IEC 160, 200 or 250
Square plate
250 × 250, 300 × 300 or 400 × 400 mm
Finish
Finish level
Sanitary
Options and customisation
Other materials
AISI 304L, AISI 904L, Hastelloy and others, depending on the product.
Pneumatic motor
Compressed-air drive instead of an electric motor.
Variable speed drive
To adjust the speed to each product and process phase.
Reinforcement towers
For longer or more demanding shafts.
Other anchor flanges
Adaptation to the opening of the container or tank.
Control panel and guards
Control panel and protective guards.
Other vertical agitators
Frequently asked questions about the IBC mixer
What is an IBC mixer?
It is a vertical agitator mounted on an IBC container or a tank to mix or homogenise its contents. The InoxMIM model has a coaxial geared motor, a sanitary finish and wetted parts in AISI 316L.
What agitation speed does it have?
It is chosen according to the product. The coaxial geared motor offers a wide range of speeds and, as an option, a variable speed drive can be added.
Which propeller does it have?
Whichever the mixture requires. It accepts different propeller sizes and types, and one or more impellers of the same or different types can be fitted on the same shaft.
How is it fixed to the container or tank?
With an IEC-type flange (160, 200 or 250) or with a 250, 300 or 400 mm square plate. Other anchor flanges are made on request.
Is it suitable for the pharmaceutical industry?
Yes, that is its main use, together with cosmetics. It has a sanitary finish and wetted parts in AISI 316L and, on request, in AISI 904L or Hastelloy.
How is it cleaned between batches?
It is easy to remove, and the shaft and impellers are cleaned outside the container. The sanitary finish reduces product adhesion and makes cleaning easier.
Request a quote for the IBC mixer
Equipment: IBC mixer
Tell us what product you are agitating, the type and volume of the container or tank, the size of the mounting opening and the viscosity. With these data we will indicate the right flange, geared motor and impellers.