Continuous multi-component degassing and mixing unit
XBlend is a compact mixing unit (mounted on skid) for the automatic production of still beverage from 2 to 10 dosing lines(optional): the system uses the latest technologies in the mixing field; the mixing is obtained by using an in line proportional dosing.
HIGHLIGHTS
Highest final product standards in terms of quality, accuracy and repeatability.
Starting, Stopping the mixer without syrup and product loss (i.e. flavour change or end of batch)
Xfill version available, for a direct integration with the filler.
Design extremely compact, thanks to the tank’s horizontal arrangement.
Very easy logistic: machines are packable in containers for fast installation and commissioning.
Fully automatic process controlled by a PLC, menu-based 15-inch touch-screen operator control panel.
Frequency-controlled pumps.
Syrup qualty check.
Highly hygienic design concept, for easy cleaning and to provide the highest levels of sanitation in the equipment.
Highest final product standards in terms of quality, accuracy and repeatability.
Gentle product handling.
Mixing ratio min ÷ max: 1 : 4 ; 1 : 10
Outflow rangeability: 1:4.
Economical use of space, thanks to the tank’s horizontal arrangement.
Very easy logistics: machines are packable in containers for fast installation and commissioning.
Additional equipments:
Quantity measurement for Oxygen, °Bx etc.
Piping exposed to product is made of 1.4401 stainless steel (AISI316).
Mixing ratio up to 1:1.
Basic system is composed of two components: first one for deareated water and second one for syrup, but It can be easily expanded to match any specific production requirements up to 10 components.
Deaeration with high vacuum principle.
The whole system is designed to be fully sanitized up to a temperature of 95°C .
Mixing accuracy: ± 0,03 °Bx or better (in steady conditions)
Cpk capability > 1,33 related to final product.
Residual Oxygen in the final beverage: < 0,5 ppm
Degassing The inlet water is deaerated inside a tank by using nozzles, in high vacuum atmosphere (excludable). A magnetic flow meter counts the water that is sent to the mixing system by using a centrifugal pump.
Blending The inlet syrup is monitored by using a mass flow meter to adjust, if necessary, the dilution ratio in order to maintain and to ensure the maximum accuracy and the maximum repeatability of the final beverage. A special diffuser is installed to obtain an homogeneous dissolution of the desired syrup quantity, moreover the dispersion of gas is realized through a further static mixer that ensures a fine mixing of the finished beverage.