Agglomeration

Transforms powder into uniform, controllable granular products, improving material flowability and dispersibility for convenient subsequent transportation, storage, and processing.

Flexomix FX,FXD

Flexomix FX,FXD

The Flexomix is a compact, continuous high-shear mixer/agglomerator for mixing powders with liquids to form uniform, porous granules.

Principle of Operation

The Flexomix agglomeration system is a powerful combination of two proven Hosokawa technologies: the Flexomix continuous mixer / agglomerator and the Schugi fluid bed dryer and cooler. This combined design provides optimal process control and makes it the ultimate powder processing solution.

 

With this system, porous agglomerates can be made in a range of from 100 to 1,500 microns with a typical D50 value between 200 and 700 microns. This technology is also often referred to as Instant Agglomeration, since the Flexomix is extensively used for the production of instantly soluble agglomerates for food, chemical and pharmaceutical applications.

 

Base powders can be fed as a mixture or as multiple powders in parallel. An accurate, gravimetrical powder feeding subsystem ensures a constant powder/liquid ratio and a liquid dosing skid ensures accurate flow control and a constant powder/liquid ratio in the agglomerator. The liquid skid can be equipped with a stirrer or a heated tank for example, or in the case of solution binders, a preparation tank.


Features

  • Continuous, high-throughput operation (100–40,000 kg/h)

  • Dust-reduced, free-flowing agglomerates; improved wetting, solubility and dispersibility

  • Controlled PSD, porosity and bulk density

  • Self-cleaning design

  • Low manpower requirements

  • Maintenance-friendly

  • Robust, scalable solution from pilot to full production

  • Energy-efficient: typically ~35% less energy than a spray tower


Specifications

Model Length Width Height incl. motor Capacity (bulk density 0.5 kg/l) Typical motor power
FXD-100 520 650 1,265 100 – 400 3
FXD-160 702 620 1,500 250 – 1,000 7.5
FXD-220 976 880 1,967 800 – 2,500 7.5 – 10
FXD-250 976 880 1,967 2,000 – 4,000 11 – 15
FXD-335 1,270 1,100 2,270 3,000 – 10,000 22 – 45
FXD-400 1,270 1,100 2,910 8,000 – 40,000 37 – 75
experimental verification

experimental verification

Before investing in new equipment, please conduct tests on the materials to be used at the Hosokawa Testing and Process Development Center based on actual production conditions. Our experienced experts will assist you in determining the most effective mixing, granulation, or drying processes, helping you transition from laboratory testing to a comprehensive production testing phase. Whether you need to test the performance of a single machine or evaluate the entire production line, we can provide tailored testing services and process optimization solutions to ensure reliable system operation and excellent performance.

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