The Challenge
We were contacted by a major international player engaged in the production of insulating and fire-retardant foams for subsea pipelines within the petrochemical sector. They requested the supply of a batch ploughshare mixer capable of processing at least 2,000 litres per batch.
Receiving highly non-homogenous materials across both solid and liquid phases, the mixer must perfectly blend all ingredients within the shortest possible cycle times. We were also requested to supply the entire control system, covering both the unit itself and the pumps used to transfer the liquids into the mixing drum.
The unit had to be equipped with multiple compartmented inlets and vent ports, positive-pressure (pumped) feed systems for both powders and liquids, two electropneumatic discharge outlets, side refiners, an oversized inspection door, a manual sight-glass/sampling port, and an automated high-pressure internal drum washdown system.
