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6 Common Mixing Processes Explained

On a hot summer day you have a glass of perfectly flavored, cold lemonade and it hits the sweet spot every time.

At an industrial pharmaceutical facility the senior operator sees everything is mixing the way it's supposed to and it's a great day.

What is the connection between these two scenarios? Whether it's mixing lemonade or pharmaceuticals, mixing things right can make life better. The mixing techniques used in these two situations are completely different even though the results produced might be similar.

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How does the Reynolds number affect mixer design?

It's just one little number out of many that you have to calculate when designing a stirred tank mixer application, but it is probably more important than you realize. It impacts almost every part of your product, equipment, and process.

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How to Choose the Right Impeller

 
No matter what you're mixing, impeller selection is critical. It plays a role in mixer specifications and your end product. Disperser blades, propellers, hydrofoils, and other common impeller designs make for a confusing choice.
 
Can this disperser blade give me the off-bottom suspension I need? How is a hydrofoil different from a propeller? What is a hydrofoil? Before you buy an impeller, you need to consider a few aspects of your product and process:
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About Paul Mueller Company Academy

Teaching and sharing ideas has long been part of the rich heritage at Paul Mueller Company. We have almost a century of quality craftsmanship guiding the way we apply new learnings. Paul Mueller Company Academy is a collection point for those learnings, so we can collaborate and grow more successful together. You will find articles, blogs, guides, infographics and more dedicated to furthering knowledge for all, in the world of stainless steel processing equipment solutions. We hope you enjoy!