FGD Square Cone Mixer

A Square Cone Mixer is a highly efficient industrial blending machine featuring a unique vessel design that combines a square/rectangular central section with conical ends. This hybrid geometry creates complex three-dimensional material movement for thorough, homogeneous mixing of dry powders and granules.

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Superior Mixing Efficiency: The innovative square cone design promotes rigorous three-dimensional mixing, eliminating dead corners and achieving rapid, high-efficiency mixing.
Square Cone Mixer Diagram.
Optimized Mixing Action: Combines rotation and tumbling to produce a uniform, shear-sensitive blend, maximizing evenness of powder mixing without granulation or heat generation.
Containment & Safety: Engineered with a robust multi-stage mechanical seal at the rotation axis, ensuring a fully contained process with no risk of leakage or external contamination.
Advanced Automation: Features a fully integrated PLC control system with a tactile touch screen. Capabilities include automatic operation, manual jog mode, process parameter adjustment (speed/time), and report generation/printing.

Model	Dimensions							Net load	Mixing speed	Total power	Equipment weight
Model	W1	W2	H1	H2	H3	D1	D2	Kg	rpm	Kw	Kg
FGD-200	1720	1240	1920	1683	700	400	150	100	3-15	1.1	450
FGD-400	2060	1500	2300	2032	850	500	200	200	3-15	2.2	600
FGD-600	2500	1690	2500	2140	850	500	200	300	3-15	2.2	700
FGD-800	2790	1900	2700	2262	850	500	200	400	3-15	3	800
FGD-1000	2860	2000	2800	2410	850	500	200	500	3-15	3	1000
FGD-1500	3260	2180	3000	2512	850	500	250	750	3-15	5.5	1200
FGD2000	3500	2330	3080	2583	850	500	250	1000	3-15	5.5	1500
FGD2500	3530	2620	3370	2841	850	500	250	1250	3-15	7.5	2000
FGD3000	3670	2700	3500	2953	850	500	250	1500	3-10	7.5	2900
FGD4000	4200	2920	3700	3110	850	500	250	2000	3-10	11	3500
FGD5000	4400	3180	3950	3318	850	500	250	2500	3-8	11	4000
FGD6000	4580	3570	4350	3494	850	500	250	3000	3-8	11	5200
FGD8000	5110	3700	4450	3637	850	500	250	4000	3-8	15	6300
FGD10000	5350	3980	4750	3925	850	500	250	5000	3-8	18.5	7500
FGD12000	5470	4250	5050	4233	850	500	250	6000	3-8	22	8000

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Movable Hopper

Touch Screen

What is a Square Cone Mixer, and how does it work?

A Square Cone Mixer is a type of industrial blender used for dry solids and powder mixing. It consists of a conical vessel (the "cone") mounted inside a rotating square frame (the "square"). As the frame rotates, the cone tumbles in a complex 3D motion, creating gentle yet thorough folding and diffusive mixing without mechanical agitation.

What are the primary advantages of a Square Cone Mixer?

Gentle Mixing: Ideal for fragile, abrasive, or coated particles that must not be damaged.
Excellent Homogeneity: Achieves uniform blends of powders with different densities and particle sizes.
Easy Cleaning & Discharge: The smooth, uniflow conical shape ensures complete, residue-free discharge and allows for fast cleaning (often "CIP capable").
Dust-Free Operation: Can be sealed and operated under vacuum or inert atmosphere.
Versatility: Often available with options like heating/cooling jackets, spray nozzles for liquid addition, and explosion-proof designs.

In which industries are Square Cone Mixers commonly used?

They are critical in industries requiring high-precision, contamination-free mixing:

Pharmaceuticals: APIs, excipients, tablets, and capsule formulations.
Food & Nutraceuticals: Spices, drink mixes, protein powders, vitamins.
Chemicals: Pigments, dyes, catalysts, and specialty chemicals.
Cosmetics: Powders, talc, and makeup formulations.

How does it differ from a Ribbon Blender or a Double Cone Blender?

vs. Ribbon Blender: Ribbon blenders use an internal agitator (ribbon screw) for convective shear mixing. Square Cone Mixers have no internal moving parts, offering gentler action and easier cleaning, making them better for fragile or high-purity products.
vs. Double Cone Blender: Both are tumbling blenders, but the Square Cone's 3D motion is more complex than the Double Cone's simple rotation, often leading to faster mixing times and better homogeneity for challenging mixes.

What is the typical capacity range?

They range from small laboratory models (1-10 liters) to large-scale production units (10,000+ liters). The "working capacity" is usually 50-70% of the total vessel volume for optimal tumbling action.

What are the key considerations when selecting a Square Cone Mixer?

Material of Construction: 304 or 316L Stainless Steel (SS) is standard for hygiene-critical applications.
Surface Finish: Electropolished or mirror-finished for easy cleaning and compliance with cGMP (pharmaceuticals).
Optional Features: Jacket for temperature control, spray system, load cells, vacuum/inert gas ports, CIP/SIP systems, and containment options.
Safety & Compliance: Ensure the design meets ATEX (explosive atmospheres), USDA, or FDA guidelines as required.

How do you clean a Square Cone Mixer?

Cleaning is straightforward. The vessel can be emptied completely, and due to its smooth, uncluttered interior, it can be cleaned manually or via automated Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems using spray balls. The lack of internal shafts or blades prevents material buildup.

Can it handle liquid addition?

Yes, many models are equipped with a spray nozzle (often a tangential spray) mounted on the lid to introduce small amounts of liquid binders or flavors uniformly into the dry powder bed during the tumbling process.

What maintenance is required?

Maintenance is minimal. Primary tasks involve regular inspection and lubrication of the drive mechanism (gearbox/motor), checking seals for integrity, and verifying the smooth operation of discharge valves.