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Mixing Sustainability and Innovation

As continued research and development races to meet the growing appetite for sustainable adhesives, manufacturers must also push innovations in processing that reduce both waste and energy consumption.
Christine Banaszek
Christine Banaszek
September 1, 2020

Manufacturers and scientists are continually pushing the envelope on eco-friendly adhesives, sealants, coatings, and potting and encapsulation compounds. Demand for green and sustainable formulations is expected to keep growing due to tightening legislation, consumer awareness, and new opportunities.


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Ross reverse lift double planetary mixers

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Reverse-Lift Double-Planetary Mixers with CIP and Purged Controls

A reverse lift in the double-planetary mixer reportedly facilitates improved rigidity and more uniform blade-to-vessel clearances without relying on the floor to be completely level.
August 13, 2020
Charles Ross & Son Co. recently announced that its double-planetary mixer is available in a reverse-lift design that raises the vessel to the mixing position, rather than lowering the agitator assembly.
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Admix pilot scale mixer

ADMIX, INC.: Pilot-Scale Mixer

Reportedly ideal for pilot plants and small-scale production, the Admix RS-02 high-shear pilot-scale mixer offers processors a solution for product development, formula optimization, trial mixtures, and small production runs.
July 14, 2020
Admix, Inc. recently announced that its newly redesigned RS-02 pilot-scale mixer is available.
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Admix Inline Mixers Awarded EHEDG Certification

According to Admix, the certified mixers feature design modifications to the rotor and seal technology in order to meet the standards for hygienic equipment design.
June 19, 2020
Admix, Inc. recently announced that its DynaShear inline mixers have been certified by the European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group (EHEDG) for meeting strict guidelines for hygienic design and cleanability.
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Evaluating New Normals

The “new normal” seems to be changing almost every day. How are you and your company managing during these tumultuous times?
Susan Sutton
Susan Sutton
June 12, 2020

We have all seen and experienced so many changes over the past few months. COVID-19 has caused a health crisis on a level most of us hadn’t even imagined, beyond the pages of dystopian fiction.


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Ross high shear mixer

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Mobile High-Shear Mixers

A mobile skid allows these mixers to be used anywhere in a plant, saving time and money by eliminating the need for multiple mixers separately dedicated to each vessel or product.
June 4, 2020
ROSS inline high-shear mixers from 1-250 HP reportedly accelerate mixing, emulsification, and homogenization in both recirculation and continuous modes.
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Ross storage tank

CHARLES ROSS & SON CO.: Custom-Built Heated Storage Vessels

A recently completed vessel features a full holding capacity of 20,000 gal, measuring 10 ft, 6 in. x 30 ft long.
April 30, 2020

Charles Ross & Son So. recently announced that it has the capacity to manufacture ancillary storage tanks, pressure vessels, and reactors up to 100,000 gal at its Ross Engineering fabrication plant. 


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