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# How Does a Homogenizer Work? Industrial Mixing Explained
Homogenizers are essential in industries requiring uniform particle size reduction and emulsion stability. Understanding their function helps professionals optimize mixing processes for food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and cosmetics.
Key Components of a Homogenizer
- High-Pressure Pump – Forces liquid through a narrow gap, creating turbulence.
- Homogenizing Valve – Breaks down particles via shear, impact, and cavitation.
- Cooling/Heating System – Maintains optimal temperature for product stability.
- Control Panel – Adjusts pressure, flow rate, and processing time.
How Homogenization Works
- Step 1: Intake – Liquid enters the homogenizer under high pressure.
- Step 2: Forced Through Valve – The fluid passes a tight gap, generating intense shear forces.
- Step 3: Particle Breakdown – Droplets or particles are reduced to micron/nano sizes.
- Step 4: Stabilization – Uniform dispersion prevents separation (e.g., in emulsions).
Industrial Applications
- Food & Beverage – Milk, sauces, and juices for consistent texture.
- Pharmaceuticals – Uniform drug suspensions and injectables.
- Cosmetics – Stable lotions and creams.
- Chemicals – Nanomaterial dispersion and catalyst preparation.
Benefits of Homogenizers
- Improved Product Quality – Consistent particle size enhances stability.
- Increased Shelf Life – Prevents phase separation in emulsions.
- Higher Efficiency – Faster processing than traditional mixing.
For industrial-grade homogenizers, YUANYANG provides reliable, high-performance solutions tailored to your mixing needs.
*Sources: FDA, Journal of Food Engineering, Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research.*
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Yuanyang’s equipment uses high-quality components and advanced technology, rigorously tested to ensure stable operation. We also provide comprehensive after-sales service and technical support to ensure the long-term stability of our equipment.
Cosmetic Making Machine
Why vacuum system is necessary?
In the mixing process of cosmetic emulsifier, it is necessary to eliminate bubbles and prevent oxidation to ensure the quality of the mixture.
In a vacuum environment, there are following advantages:
⦁ Improve mixing efficiency
In a vacuum environment, the surface area of the mixture increases, and the interaction force between the substances will also increase, thus speeding up the mixing speed.
⦁ Prevent oxidation
In a vacuum environment, oxygen cannot enter the mixture, so it can effectively prevent the oxidation of the mixture.
⦁ Reduce bubbles
In a vacuum environment, the bubbles in the mixture will be drawn out, so that you can get a bubble-free mixture.
Open Lid Storage Tank
Is the lid of the steel drum removable?
There are fixed lid, half open type and removable lid type.
Semi automatic powder filling machine
Can I replace the screws of the powder bottle filling machine to pack different weight in one machine?
Yes, we can customize different screw models for the semi automatic powder packing machine, and the screw models are replaceable.
Automatic Round Bottle Labeling Machine
How many bottles can this automatic labeling machine for bottles per minute?
Yes, this round bottle sticker labeling machine is suitable for sticking labels on glass bottles.
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