Industrial double shaft mixer for homogeneous blending
Achieve quick, gentle, and homogeneous mixing for diverse food materials with a system designed to meet the strictest hygiene standards and seamlessly integrate into high-speed, continuous production lines.
The SOFTmix Double Shaft Mixer from Marel is a robust industrial solution designed for efficient and uniform mixing of a variety of food products. Featuring a dual-shaft mechanism, it ensures swift and gentle blending, ideal for operations in meat, poultry, and seafood processing sectors. With a choice of capacities ranging from 1,000 to 7,000 liters, this mixer caters to different production scales while maintaining consistent output quality.
Equipped with a Marel PLC system, it offers both automatic preset programs and manual control, enhancing its adaptability in dynamic production environments. The mixer is constructed from AISI 304 stainless steel, providing excellent corrosion resistance and meeting stringent hygiene standards, essential for food safety.
Incorporating pneumatic-operated discharge gates, it facilitates rapid emptying, minimizing cycle times and maximizing throughput. Optional upgrades, including CO/N2 injection and steam systems, further extend its versatility across various applications, such as producing ground beef, chicken nuggets, and plant-based patties.
Designed for seamless integration into existing production lines, the SOFTmix ensures streamlined operations with minimal downtime, supporting continuous, high-speed processing. Its build adheres to CE standards, underscoring Marel’s commitment to safety and quality.
Benefits
- Enhances product consistency with precise, homogeneous mixing.
- Reduces operational costs through efficient, quick discharge design.
- Meets strict hygiene standards with durable stainless steel construction.
- Supports versatile production needs with customizable configurations.
- Integrates seamlessly into existing lines, optimizing production efficiency.
- Applications
- Pet food,Meat,Cheese,Plant-based products,Fruit and vegetables,Poultry,Sausages,Other seafood,Potato specialties,Prepared foods,Fish
- End products
- Chicken nuggets,Vegetable medley,Mashed potatoes,Diced cheese,Plant-based burger patties,Ground beef,Pork sausages,Shrimp rolls,Ready-to-eat meals,Fish fillets,Dog food
- Steps before
- Grinding,Emulsification,Weighing
- Steps after
- Coating,Packing,Sterilization,Labeling
- Input ingredients
- raw ingredients,meat and poultry,processed foods,industrial food mixtures,plant-based products,potato specialties
- Output ingredients
- homogeneous mixtures,processed food products,finished food mixtures,packaged goods,ready-to-use food blends
- Mixing Volume
- 700 l - 5300 l
- Gross Tank Volume
- 1000 l - 7000 l
- Motor Power
- 2 x 5.5 kW - 2 x 22.0 kW
- Machine Weight
- 1420 kg - 5500 kg
- Control System
- PLC-based
- Discharge Method
- Two pneumatic operated front discharge gates
- Material
- Stainless Steel AISI 304
- Surface Finish
- Bead blasted
- Control Voltage
- 24V DC
- Pressure Air
- 7 bar (dry air)
- Compliance
- CE standards
- Automation
- Automatic preset mixing programs or manual control
- Optional Extras
- CO/N2injection
- Shaft Type
- Double Shaft Mixing System
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC-controlled
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- CIP/SIP
- Complies with hygiene requirements
- Cleaning method
- Manual / No hidden corners
- Changeover time
- Quick due to pneumatic discharge gates
- Abrasion resistance
- Stainless steel AISI 304
- Biological compatibility
- 0
- Cleanability
- No horizontal surfaces,hidden corners,bolts,or nuts
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless steel AISI 304
- Density/particle size
- 0
- Machine version
- SOFTmix 1000 to SOFTmix 7000
- Gross tank volume
- 1000â7000 L
- Mixing volume
- 700â5300 L
- Mixing method
- Double shaft with paddles/wings
- Discharge method
- Pneumatic operated front discharge gates
- Material
- Stainless steel AISI 304
- Machine weight
- 1420â5500 kg
- Design
- Fully welded,no horizontal surfaces
- Control panel type
- Marel PLC system
- Automation level
- Automatic preset mixing programs / Manual
- Injection system
- CO/N2 injection
- Panel arm
- Swing-away arm for control panel
- Temperature control
- Temperature sensor
- Lid type
- Plate lid (hinged or sliding)
- Weighing system
- Electronic weighing system
- Injection system
- Steam injecting system
- Material
- Stainless steel AISI 304
- Market info
- Marel is known for its advanced food processing equipment, specializing in systems and services for poultry, meat, and fish industries. It is recognized for innovation, quality, and improving processing efficiency and sustainability.