Many filling products, especially viscous substances such as paints and varnishes, sealants and adhesives, are not only highly sensitive, but also need to be stirred and homogenised in the IBC before they can be processed. This is where Schütz offers an efficient complete solution with the integrated Impeller agitator. The special feature: From filling to emptying, the container can remain closed - even during the stirring process.
The impeller is an ex works Disposable HDPE agitator integrated into the Ecobulk container, The IBC filler cap is made of the same chemical-resistant material as the IBC inner container. It is firmly integrated into the screw cap of the filling opening and forms a closed system with the IBC. With the appropriate process and container configuration, the agitator itself does not need to be removed during the filling process, so that many quality risks that arise when using conventional agitators are eliminated from the outset.
After filling, the container remains permanently closed throughout the entire supply chain until the filling product is removed - even during stirring processes. The impeller is characterised by its special cup agitator with movable blades, which fold up automatically as the speed increases. This agitator homogenises filling products gently and without the formation of bubbles, whereby sediments are completely dissolved. As a result, the IBC can be emptied almost completely and the loss of filling product can be minimised.
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The impeller can be easily connected to commercially available traverse or stand agitators, allowing existing drive systems to be utilised. The connection is made via a steel shaft, which is inserted into the hollow shaft of the impeller and connected to the hub. After the stirring process, the steel shaft can be easily removed and used again immediately as it is no contact with the filling product and therefore does not require cleaning.
Gentle stirring increases process quality
If, for example, the sensitive high-tech coatings used in the automotive industry are contaminated with surface-active substances such as silicone-containing oils and greases, this often leads to wetting problems. These can impair both the appearance and the protective effect of the coating. The impeller Minimises the risk of contamination during filling and processing of clear coats and primers and thus significantly increases the efficiency of the process.
The integrated agitator can also be used in agriculture, for example in the processing of seed that is protected from fungal infestation and pests by dressing. As the dressing agent can settle after long periods of standing, the seed dressing must be mixed and homogenised. In the practical test with the Impeller, the dressing was stirred completely homogeneously and without foaming. The usual build-up of heavy sediment was no longer noticeable. In addition, the closed system virtually eliminates the risk of the user coming into contact with the pickling agent.
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