Slurry Mixing Tank

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    Category: Mixing Tank

    Available Volume: 100 Ltr to 10000 Ltr
    Construction Material: Stainless steel 304 / 316
    Discharge Valve: Pneumatic or Manual, Ball Valve / Butterfly Valve (can be customized)
    Mixing Agitators: Anchor Type, Turbine Type, Propeller Type
    Tank Shape: Round / Flat Top and Round / Conical Bottom
    Agitator Speed: 20-36rpm, 50-300rpm, 760-1450rpm
    Surface Finish: Matt Finish or Mirror Finish

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        Slurry Mixing Tank

        A slurry mixing tank is a device designed to mix liquids with solid particles (known as slurry) to form a homogeneous mixture. This process is commonly used in various industries, including chemical processing, mining, wastewater treatment, and food production. The tank ensures that solid particles remain suspended in the liquid to prevent settling and ensure consistent properties throughout the mixture.

        Components of Slurry Mixing Tank:

        The key components of a slurry mixing tank include:

        • Tank Body: The main chamber where the slurry is held and mixed.
        • Agitator or Mixer: A mechanical device used to stir the slurry, ensuring proper mixing of the liquid and solid particles. It often consists of paddles or blades attached to a rotating shaft.
        • Inlet/Outlet Ports: Openings for the slurry to enter and exit the tank.
        • Baffles: Structures placed inside the tank to prevent vortex formation and ensure uniform mixing by directing the flow of materials.
        • Drive Motor: Powers the agitator or mixer to create the necessary motion to blend the materials.
        • Seals and Gaskets: Prevent leakage of slurry from the tank during operation.
        • Cooling/Heating Coils: In some applications, these are used to regulate the temperature of the slurry.
        • Level Sensors: Used to monitor the level of the slurry inside the tank.
        • Discharge Valve: Allows controlled release of the mixed slurry once the process is complete.

        Materials Used in Slurry Mixing Tank:

        The materials used in the construction of slurry mixing tanks are selected based on the type of slurry being mixed and the conditions under which it operates. Common materials include:

        • Stainless Steel: Resistant to corrosion, making it suitable for a wide range of slurry types, especially in industries like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals.
        • Carbon Steel: Often used for less corrosive slurries, typically in the mining or construction industry.

        Applications of Slurry Mixing Tank:

        Slurry mixing tanks are utilized in a variety of industries and applications:

        • Mining and Metallurgy: Used to mix ore with chemicals for leaching, flotation, or other processes.
        • Wastewater Treatment: For mixing sludge or chemicals with wastewater to facilitate treatment processes like coagulation and flocculation.
        • Chemical Processing: Mixing chemicals, solvents, or additives with solids to create a uniform slurry used in reactions or further processing.
        • Food and Beverage Industry: For creating products like sauces, pastes, and slurries in processing plants.
        • Pharmaceutical Industry: Used for blending active ingredients with excipients in the preparation of tablets or liquid medications.
        • Construction: In the preparation of cement or other construction materials that need to be mixed into a slurry before use.
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