The food industry demands the highest quality and homogeneity from its raw materials. The right process technology is crucial, especially for the production of iodised and fluoridated table salts as well as nitrite curing salts and other salty-spicy mixes.
The optimal way to meet these requirements is to use the Ploughshare® Mixers of type KM and FKM made by LÖDIGE.
Continuous or batch operation – depending on requirements
The mixing process can be carried out continuously (KM type mixer) or in batch operation (FKM type mixer) depending on the production volume and type of additives.
A continuous process offers particular advantages for high throughputs of around 20 to 50 t/h and more. This is required for the production of iodised salt, for example. In this case, iodine or fluorine is added as a liquid solution and mixed evenly with the raw salt.
For smaller throughputs or the addition of powdered additives, batch mixing is preferable. In this case too, the LÖDIGE mixers ensure consistently high mixing quality.
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High mixing quality for maximum food safety
The exact composition of the mixes is important for both taste and food safety. In particular, if the dosage is too high, curing salt components such as sodium nitrite can pose health risks. Precise homogenisation of the mixes ensures that the required quality standards are reliably met at all times.
Robust and hygienic design
Due to its crystalline structure, common salt (NaCl) can be abrasive to surfaces that come into contact with it. At the same time, corrosion due to humidity or cleaning processes must also be considered.
This is why LÖDIGE mixers are made of particularly high-quality, chloride-resistant stainless steel (AISI 316Ti or 316L) for these applications. They also meet the current hygiene requirements of the food industry. Mixing tools that are subject to particularly high mechanical stress are provided with additional wear protection to ensure a long service life and reliable operation.
Conclusion
LÖDIGE Ploughshare® Mixers of the KM and FKM types are ideal for mixing iodised and fluoridated table salts as well as other salty and spicy raw materials in an optimal manner.