Small Batch Mixers
ATM Group
The ATM Group is Agitation Resources’ line of mixers for totes, drums and other smaller process vessels. These systems support low volume production, specialty chemical formulations, material preparation and repeatable batch processing in defined tote or drum geometries. The impeller, shaft and operating speed are selected for the vessel geometry, working volume, fluid properties and required mixing objective. A properly specified tote or drum mixer can provide the required circulation without applying unnecessary shear or power to the batch.
Process Adaptability and Shear Control
Tote and drum mixers can be configured for standard or custom tote bridges, drum lids, vessel openings, mounting requirements and fluid properties. Depending on the application, units may use fixed or variable speed operation and can be supplied with impellers selected for axial flow, radial flow or dispersion. Wetted materials and surface finishes are selected for chemical compatibility and the customer’s cleaning requirements. Where frequent product changes are expected, removable shafts and impellers can improve access for cleaning and inspection.
Mechanical Construction and Maintenance
Tote and drum mixers use the same mechanical design considerations as larger agitation systems, scaled for the vessel and process duty. Motors, reducers, bearings, shafts and mounting components are selected for the required torque, speed and operating cycle, with bearing assemblies selected for a calculated L10 life. Because these units are typically moved between containers as batches change, the mounting interface is sized to the specific tote bridge, drum lid or vessel opening in service. Removable shafts and impellers reduce changeover and cleaning time between product runs. Final construction details are determined by the tote or drum dimensions, process conditions and site requirements.
Send the tote or drum type, working volume and product data for an ATM configuration and quotation.
Our Small Batch Mixers: ATM Group
Tote & Drum Mixers
ATM mixers are configured for the tote or drum dimensions, the mounting opening, the product properties and the required mixing result. Rail, lid and bung mounting arrangements are available.
Drives are direct or gear-reduced, with electric or pneumatic motors. Impeller style is selected for blending, dispersion or solids suspension.
Key Features
- Sized for tote and drum service, light enough to move between containers
- Rail, lid and bung mounting arrangements
- Direct-drive or gear-reduced, electric or pneumatic motors
- Impeller types for blending, dispersion and solids suspension
- Fractional horsepower up to 3 HP, NEMA and IEC motor frames
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Motor Power | Fractional HP up to 3 HP |
| Motor Standards | NEMA / IEC |
| Mounting Type | Rail, lid, or bung-mounted |
| Drive Type | Direct-drive or gear-reduced (electric or pneumatic) |
| Shaft Diameter | 0.75″ – 1.25″ |
| Gear Efficiency | 95 to 98% typical |
| Bearings | Sealed bearings with grease lubrication; L-10 life of 100,000 hrs |
| Impeller Types | Pitched-blade turbines, hydrofoils, or custom impellers designed for small vessel mixing |
- Mixing in 55-gallon drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)
- Blending chemicals, coatings, and adhesives
- Food and beverage ingredient preparation
- Cosmetic and personal care batch mixing
- Water and wastewater treatment additives
Agitation Resources ATM Group mixers cover tote and drum service in a portable arrangement, with rail, lid or bung mounting and a choice of electric or pneumatic motor. Send the container type, the product properties and what the mix has to do for a sizing review.
Order Information
Available in standard and custom configurations. Contact us for pricing and lead times. Send the container type, the product properties and what the mix has to do and we will size the unit.
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Impellers for industrial mixers
We select and manufacture impellers for the required flow and shear. The design depends on the fluid properties, tank geometry and mixing objective.