IBC Tote Mixers

IBC Tote mixers, also known as IBC totes, are commonly used containers for liquid distribution. However, the product offerings can vary significantly among different brands and across the industry as a whole. This diversity often leads to several issues associated with IBC tote mixers, including inefficient impellers or inadequate mixing blades. Budget models, in particular, may compromise on important features of IBC tote mixers. Additionally, these mixers can be incredibly heavy, weighing upwards of 30 pounds.

One of the most common problems with many IBC mixers is that they don't effectively mix various liquids as they should. Mixing often requires the involvement of two people, which can strain a business's resources. Thankfully, a new generation of tote mixers led by brands like Even Mix is revolutionizing the industry and bringing about positive changes.

A Lightweight Design

Typically, standard tote mixers feature an all-metal design that makes them incredibly challenging to move around but ensures durability. As mentioned earlier, this bulky construction using stainless steel adds significant weight, with some mixers weighing as much as 100 pounds. As a result, moving them requires either two people or the use of a forklift.

IBC Tote Mixers are lightweight and can be easily handled by a single person. The Air Drive Mixer weighs just 9 pounds, while the Electric Drive Mixer weighs only 12 pounds. These weights include everything—the shaft, mixers, and drive motor. Despite their lightweight design, these tote mixers do not compromise on mixing efficiency. In fact, the technology built into them allows for more efficient and thorough mixing.

The Innovative Implementation of 3D Mixing Technology

Many of the latest tote mixer models offer various features, such as variable speed options, to enhance versatility. However, most of these mixers use a specific set of mixing blades that limit their effectiveness. Often, these blades have an inefficient design, requiring the drive to run at very high RPMs to effectively mix high viscosity liquids. The drawback of this approach is that it can introduce air and shear at high speeds, which may not be desirable in many industries.

A patented mixing blade designed by a former NASA Engineer, performs better with less power in the container. This revolutionary blade is the result of extensive testing and design, spanning hundreds of hours. The air drive consumes only 13 cubic feet per minute of air at 90 psi, ensuring that no air is injected into the product.

A Simplistic Approach to Tote Mixers

Traditional IBC tote mixers often include many features that are now considered "standard." However, these features add complexity with numerous connections, variable speed options, and attachments. More complexity can lead to increased chances of things going wrong, making these mixers unreliable.

A more simplistic approach to tote mixing technology. The company has invested significant time and resources in creating special mixing blades and air duct technology to simplify the mixers. The resulting system offers variable speed without the need for a separate unit.