When it comes to manufacturing processes where breaking down and mixing two or more substances are required, industrial
high-pressure homogenizers are well-known systems. The powerful system successfully breaks down particles to create stable, good-quality emulsions and suspensions. Read on to learn about industrial high-pressure homogenizers’ key features and benefits.
An industrial high-pressure homogenizer works by creating a powerful high pressure that forces the fluid through a homogenizing valve with narrow orifices. When the fluid passes through the valve, the homogenizer uses shear forces and impact to break down particles. The pressure is then dropped to create tiny vapour pockets that give the particles a little more mix. The final fluid is then cooled to maintain its properties for the next step of processing.
Features of a high-pressure homogenizer include:
A high-pressure operation – As the name suggests, these homogenizers operate at pressures between 100 and 2000+ bar which allows them to create nano-sized particles for emulsions.
Control over pressure – With industrial high-pressure homogenizers, operators have control over the pressure settings; they can select pressure based on the material and the desired final output.
Built to last – Most industrial high-pressure homogenizers are made of robust materials such as stainless steel, making them a corrosion-free choice for industries where a high level of purity and hygiene are required.
Scalability – With industrial high-pressure homogenizers, there is no one-size-fits-all concept. Operators can select a homogenizer based on the size of their facilities and the scale of their production.
In-built cooling systems – When machines work under high pressure, heat is generated. In industrial high-pressure homogenizers, in-built cooling jackets ensure the heat-sensitive particles are well protected, allowing consistency of the final products.
Now, here are some benefits of industrial high-pressure homogenizers:
They improve product stability – When particles are broken down at micro and nano scales, the chances of phase separation are reduced. Every particle in the final emulsion is evenly distributed. In the pharmaceutical industry, this high level of homogeneity means improved bioavailability (better absorption in the blood) of the drugs. In the food industry, it results in better quality products that have a longer shelf-life. In the beauty and personal care industry, a high level of homogeneity is required to ensure smooth, uniform texture of powders, foundations, lipsticks, creams etc.
They deliver consistent batch quality – Industrial high-pressure homogenizers are popular for delivering consistent, repeatable results. This allows for every batch to meet the same quality standards. This capability reduces wastage as there is very little chance of a batch not meeting the specifications of the desired quality of the product.
In a nutshell, industrial high-pressure homogenizers are indispensable to industries such as pharmaceutical, food & beverage, cosmetics, biotech and chemical. The equipment ensures these industries benefit from enhanced efficiency, lower maintenance costs, scalability, decreased waste and consistent quality of materials.
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Deagglomeration by Microfluidizer® Processors
Offering high-quality uniform emulsions, nanoencapsulation, nanoparticles, cell disruption, deagglomeration and uniform particle size reduction, Microfluidics homogenizers are a known name in the market. The brand claims that with Microfluidizer homogenizers, operators will get the same high-shear treatment regardless of whether they are processing a 1 mL batch or at thousands of litres per hour.
Below are a few Microfluidizer homogenizers:
LM10 High Shear Fluid Processor – This homogenizer boasts of delivering unmatched particle size reduction with a higher yield. It can operate at pressures up to 1546 bar. The equipment offers optimal temperature control via a removable cooling coil and cooling bath features.
LM20 Lab Processing Equipment – This one can handle pressures up to 2068 bar and is suitable for laboratory and bench applications of various kinds. The homogenizer promises higher product yield, tighter particle size distribution and enhanced repeatability.
M-700 SERIES – These homogenizers can operate at pressures up to 2068 bar and boast of generating the highest shear rates. The M-700 series features a wear-resistant interaction chamber and a patented design that allows the product stream to encounter equal energy per unit of fluid volume. The series needs no equipment taken down for the CIP process and can safely process thermally sensitive materials thanks to its advanced cooling mechanism.
PILOT SCALE M815 Microfluidizer® Processor Series – Deemed as the next generation homogenizers from Microfluidics, this series promises a high level of efficiency and gentle processing of heat-sensitive materials. With a small batch capability, the homogenizer can be used to process sample sizes of 200 ml even. With its compact design, the equipment can be installed in facilities with space constraints.
Operating under the IDEX umbrella, Microfluidics uses knowledge gathered from its decades of experience in the sector to deliver superior high-pressure homogenizers that can be used in a vast range of applications. Microfluidics homogenizers offer high efficiency when it comes to breaking cells, reducing molecular weight and achieving uniform-sized particles.
Curious to know more? Please visit the Microfluidics website for details –
https://www.idexindia.in/microfluidics/ 
