MHD installation

The IKA MHD unit for mixing liquid and solid components consists of an MHD flow machine, dosing devices, an electrical control system and is equipped with peripheral equipment in accordance with the customer's technical specifications.   The MHD unit allows mixing liquids and solids (powders and granules) in a continuous process, while eliminating dust and solvent emissions.   The miscible phases are fed into the MHD machine in proportional amounts and mixed in the working chamber.   Further dispersion in the lower part of the working chamber ensures the production of the finished product in just one pass through the machine.

The unique MHD machine, which is the core of the plant, is capable of processing materials with a high concentration of powdered solids (up to 80%) and products with a viscosity of up to 50,000 mPas.   An MHD installation operating in a continuous process pays for itself in a very short time, especially with significant production volumes.   The investment in the purchase of dosing equipment is significantly lower than the cost of bulky storage tanks and working vessels with mixing devices, the need for which will disappear when using the MHD system.   MHD plants provide the manufacturer with unrivaled flexibility, because with a given recipe, any quantity of product is produced with constant, consistently high quality.

Typically, solids are fed using a volumetric dosing device.   The feed rate is determined by the volume of substance that passes per unit of time and remains constant at the same bulk density and uniform feed into the dispenser.   When high dosing accuracy is required or when feeding substances with uneven filling density, gravimetric feeders are used.   The weight of solid components fed into the system is measured by one or more measuring devices and compared to a set value.   If deviations are detected in the operation of the feeding mechanism, corrective settings are automatically made.   Thus, changing the density of the backfill and other material characteristics does not affect the results of gravimetric dosing.   MHD units are supplied with high-precision dosing units,

Depending on the customer's needs, various options for the electrical control system of the installation are offered:

• Manual control: basic locking devices are implemented to ensure safe operation.   Performance is controlled using conventional potentiometers.
• Automatic control: the control system performs a certain sequence of operations in automatic mode.   After starting, the system runs automatically until stopped by the operator or until a safe stop occurs due to the operation of safety devices in the event of a failure.
• Recipe management: various recipes implemented on the MHD plant can be created, modified and archived using the process control system.

The IKA MHD mixing plant range includes seven different sizes: from laboratory and pilot plants to production systems with a capacity of up to 40,000 l/h.   The scope of delivery is determined by your technical specifications.   In particular, MHD production lines can be equipped with powder feeders, an unloading station for soft containers, a finished product transport system, buffer tanks, IKA fine grinding machines and other peripheral equipment.   If necessary, our service department will provide on-site equipment assembly, commissioning, and personnel training.   Purchasing a turnkey system from one manufacturer will reduce your project maintenance costs.

Advantages of MHD installation:

• Significant reduction in process time
• Ease and simplicity of maintenance
• Compact design;   only small feeding hoppers are needed
• Continuous method of operation, allowing you to make any quantity of product
• The same design and operating principle for both laboratory and production MHD systems of different performance levels ensures reliable scaling of the technology.
• Proven and reliable design
• Fully enclosed system eliminating dust and solvent emissions
• Consistent wetting of particles, preventing agglomerate formation
• No loss of raw materials when absorbing components directly from the container
• Possibility of obtaining mixtures with high powder concentration – up to 80% – in one pass
• Precise adherence to recipes thanks to the supply of components in proportional quantities
• Optimal system tuning for the production of a specific product due to the possibility of selecting mixing and dispersing tools, as well as their rotation frequency
• Perfect product homogenization thanks to fine wet grinding of the mixture at the dispersion stage.
• The suitability of the system for processing products with high viscosity, in particular for the production of pastes
• Due to the short product exposure, the machine is ideal for mixing in which reactive processes occur or the viscosity of the product increases sharply.
• Full automation of the process is possible

Application:

IKA MHD systems are suitable for a wide range of applications, including in the chemical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and food industries.   The liquid phase can be: water, oils, resins, kerosene, alcohols, liquid polymers, dispersions of various viscosities, urea melt, syrups and solvents.   As a solid phase that mixes with the liquid, the following are added: starch, nuts, spice mixtures, pectin granules, thickeners, ammonium sulfate, alumina, carbopol, talc, mineral dyes and other dyes, reactive powders, polyamide fibers, cellulose, bentonite, etc.

MHD-Plant (Reactor) — professional solution in the Технологические установки category

MHD-Plant (Reactor) is a modern business-class equipment designed for daily operation in demanding conditions. The combination of reliability, accuracy and durability makes this product the optimal choice for companies seeking consistent process quality, predictable results and reduced operating costs. The purchase price is a reasonable investment in the development and scaling of the enterprise.

Why MHD-Plant (Reactor)

• Reliability and durability: industrial-grade design and materials withstand intense loads.
• Accuracy and repeatability: stable performance that reduces the risk of defects and downtime.
• Process efficiency: optimizing staff time and increasing productivity at every stage.
• Compliance with standards: manufactured taking into account current international requirements for the business segment.
• Ease of integration: MHD-Plant (Reactor) fits easily into existing process lines and IT infrastructure.

Areas of application Технологические установки

Технологические установки solutions are widely used in manufacturing, research laboratories, construction sites, energy and agricultural sectors, pharmaceutical and food industries. Implementing MHD-Plant (Reactor) allows you to increase productivity, ensure accuracy of operations and optimize resource utilization across the entire enterprise.

Key benefits for business

Technical highlights

• Industrial reliability of components and assemblies for long-term trouble-free operation.
• Stable parameters that ensure repeatability of results and product quality.
• Energy efficiency and optimized life cycle cost of ownership.
• Compatibility with related equipment and standard data exchange protocols.

Service and support

Together with MHD-Plant (Reactor) you receive professional advice on selection, commissioning and personnel training. We provide warranty and post-warranty service, prompt delivery of consumables and spare parts. Our team supports projects from the procurement stage to the stable operation of the complex so that your business receives the expected result every day.