Abstract
The terms mixers and agitators are often used interchangeably. Mixers are devices that blend combinations of liquids and solids into a homogenous product. They come in a variety of sizes and configurations designed for specific applications. Agitators provide the mechanical action to keep dissolved or suspended solids in solution. Both operate on basically the same principles, but variations in design, operating speed, and applications divide the actual function of these devices. There are two primary types of mixers: propeller/paddle and screw. Screw mixers can be further divided into batch and mixer-extruder types. The product quality and brake horsepower are indices that can be used to indirectly gauge performance of mixer. There are only three major operating concerns for mixers: setup, incoming-feed rate, and product viscosity.
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