A batch mixer homogenizes and mixes liquids, liquids with suspended solids or powders in predetermined quantities. A batch mixer can have horizontal or vertical configurations. Batch mixers are useful for various operations such as construction, research and development activities and industrial production.

Some industries that extensively use batch mixers are cosmetics, foods, chemicals, mineral, agriculture and pharmaceuticals.

Some important parameters you must consider before buying a batch mixer are:

1. Configuration of the batch mixer: horizontal or vertical
2. Type of batch mixer: high shear mixers or agitators
3. Required voltage and power
4. Operating temperature range for batch mixers
5. Mode of operation: manual or automatic

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy batch mixers from reputable batch mixer manufacturers

Once you identify your mixing requirements, check out the standard batch mixers available with reputable manufacturers.

I recommend: IMPEC is a reputable manufacturer of industrial and commercial mixing and processing equipment that provides all types of batch mixers, including paddle and ribbon mixers. IKA is a reputable manufacturer of industrial mixing products that serves the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and chemical industries. H.C. Davis Sons Manufacturing Co. is another reputable supplier of commercial and industrial mixers. Furthermore, you can buy batch mixers at Eirich Group and INTERNATIONAL MATERIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC., both of which offer a comprehensive line of industrial mixing equipment, including batch mixers. Munson Machinery Co., In. is another supplier of batch mixers and size reduction equipment for bulk solid materials.

Buy batch mixers from batch mixer distributors or retailers

Compare products from different batch mixer sellers at distributors or retailers' websites.

I recommend: You can compare batch mixers from leading manufacturers, including Silverson, Brabender and Gruber, at DirectIndustry. You can also refer to the list of batch mixer suppliers at ThomasNet.

Buy specialty or customized batch mixers

Buy a specialty or customized batch mixer if standard products available in the market do not meet your requirements. Review the cost for a batch mixer and perform a cost-value analysis before ordering a customized batch mixer.

I recommend: Charles Ross & Son Company is a specialized manufacturer of customized mixers for the chemical, coatings, drugs, cosmetics and plastics industries. Littleford Day is another custom manufacturer of a variety of dryers and mixers designed specifically for the food, pharmaceuticals and chemical industries. HoverTrowel designs specialized construction equipment, including gallon batch mixers specifically designed for mixing epoxy mortars. In addition to its standard batch mixers, Admix also offers customized and high performance batch mixers. Marion Mixers is a reputable batch mixer manufacturer that also customizes horizontal batch mixers for various industries such as food, dairy, plastic, mineral and energy.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  For designing a cement batch mixer or a concrete batch mixer, consult an expert, as the batch mixers need to be compatible with extreme operating conditions.
• •  Buy standard batch mixer accessories from reputable batch mixer sellers.