Our radial and specialty impellers tackle high-shear mixing, gas-liquid dispersion, and viscous fluid challenges with ease. Engineered for performance, they deliver efficiency and reliability in the most demanding processes.
High-Shear Solutions for Gas-Liquid Transfer and Reaction
For demanding mixing processes like hydrometallurgy, hydrogenation and emulsification, Milton Roy Mixing offers a range of radial and specialty impellers engineered for high shear and efficient gas-liquid transfer and reaction. These impellers are perfect for reactive dispersion, high-pressure reactions, and viscous fluid mixing.
A flow is described as radial when the liquid discharge has a predominantly radial direction.
The impeller sucks the liquid axially (from both the top and the bottom) and then generates a radial flow towards the tank wall. The resulting jet splits into an upward part and a downward flow.
Turbines are radial-flow impellers, characterized with blades being vertical or strongly inclined relative to the horizontal plane.
Radial flow Impellers:
- Rushton Turbine: Classic design for gas-liquid dispersion in chemical reactors
- Flat Blade Turbine: High shear for emulsification and heat transfer
- Self-Section Turbine: Self-aspirating for efficient gas absorption
- High Shear Impeller: Designed for breaking down solids and deagglomeration
- Curved Blade Turbine: Enhanced flow for complex mixing patterns
- BROGIM: Specialized for alumina precipitation and hydrometallurgy
- Pitch blade Turbine (PBT): Optimize chemical reactions by creating controlled axial loops
Find the Perfect Impeller for Your Process
Let Milton Roy Mixing guide you to the right solution for your toughest mixing challenges.
- Flow Type: Radial or mixed
- Viscosity Range: Up to 50,000 cP (special impellers for extreme conditions)
- Speed: 100 - 600 rpm for high-shear and dispersion processes
- Diameter: 150 mm to 4,000 mm
- Power Range: 0.55 kW to 1,000 kW, depending on process intensity
- Superior Gas-Liquid Dispersion: Perfect for hydrogenation, aeration, and chemical reactions
- High Shear Capability: Breaks down solids, promotes emulsification, and accelerates reaction kinetics
- Specialized Designs: Handles polymerization, food-grade processes, and non-Newtonian fluids with precision
- Versatile Integration: Compatible with bottom-entry mixers, top-entry mixers, and custom reactor setups
A leading chemical manufacturer faced challenges in chemical reaction with non-Newtonian polymer mixing, resulting in inconsistent product quality and long cycle times. By integrating Milton Roy Mixing radial flow impellers into their reactor system:
- Result:
- 20% faster reaction time
- Improved product consistency
- Reduced downtime by 30%
- Energy savings up to 50% due to optimized flow patterns
Frequently Asked Questions about Radial & Special Impellers
When should I choose a radial impeller over an axial impeller?
For high-shear applications, gas-liquid dispersion, and chemical reactions requiring intense mixing.
Technical Note: Rushton turbines operate at 100 - 600 rpm.What industries use special impellers?
Polymerization, food processing, hydrometallurgy, alumina precipitation, petrochemical, pharmaceuticalCan radial impellers be used for viscous fluids?
Yes, high-shear and specialty designs are optimized for viscous or non-Newtonian fluids.Do these impellers work with floating mixers?
No. They are typically used in top-entry or side-entry mixer.