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We were pleased with build and support given in this project by BPT Skerman. The new mixing system gives us greater control over the older mixing system allowing us to increase throughput by 20%.

Tom Varga, Chief Engineer
Molylncke Heath Care Limited
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The BPT Skerman VAC-MIX is a hemispherical process vessel specifically designed and constructed in stainless steel for processes requiring vacuum during mixing.

Designed primarily for the Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics/Personal products industries, the VAC-MIX range is ideally suited for the manufacture of:

  • Skincare creams and lotions
  • Ointments
  • Toothpaste
  • Gels
  • Emulsions


Available in batch size capacities from 20 litres through to 10,000 litres. The VAC-MIX series is available with a variety of design options. These include:

  • Contra-rotating or unidirectional anchor bulk mixer with surface scraper / side wipes
  • Homogeniser / emulsifier unit with base entry, roof mounted or in-line re-circulation
  • High speed dissolver
  • Vertical or arc hydraulic lid lift
  • One or two way tilting
  • Steam, water or oil pressure heating / cooling jackets
  • Full process control and data recording
  • Flush seat product outlet valves
  • Direct steam injection
  • CONTI-TDS powders induction, wetting and dispersing
  • Vacuum de-aeration

We strive to deliver unbeatable customer service, assistance and performance and are happy to answer any enquiries by phone +44 (0)118 988 3551 or email.

Product Series of batch process units and systems to designed to meet the needs of the hygienic process industries. Ideally suited for the manufacture of skincare creams and lotions, ointments, toothpaste, gel and emulsions.
Size Available in a full range of sizes from 50 to 2,000 litres batch volume capacity
Construction Hygienic design and construction
Control System Stainless steel electrical/pneumatic enclosures up to IP66. From simple push button  to full PLC/HMI control. Many options including data collection, recipe management & full automation
Manufacturing Standard Designed and manufactured in accordance with PD5500. CE Certified. ATEX zone 0, 1 & 2 available
Accreditation
CE
Warranty 12 months
Hygiene Hygienic Construction and Finish. All welds ground smooth & crevice free internally. Can be bright polished up to 0.5 micron Ra finish if required.
Design Features Incorporating counter-rotating mixer, an anchor type mixer with hinged PTFE surface scarpers for bulk mixing, heat transfer and to prevent product burn-on. Flush seat lowering stem valves are available.  Top or base entry high shear mixer/emulsifier can be fitted
Other Can be designed  Internally for pressure/vacuum . Full documentation package including GAMP, FDS, URS, quality plans, IQ, OQ & PQ can be included. The bowl can be tilted for emptying
Installation & Commission BPT's engineers will if required, take full responsibility for system installation and product commissioning. Will also perform operator/maintenance training to your requirements.
Surface Finish Hygienic Construction and Finish. All welds ground smooth & crevice free internally. Can be bright polished up to 0.5 micron Ra finish if required. Electro-polishing is available.
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