Jacketed Mixing Tanks

Jacketed mixing tanks are vessels designed to combine, blend, and homogenize materials while maintaining precise temperature control through an external jacket system. These versatile tanks feature integrated agitation systems and heating/cooling jackets that enable simultaneous mixing and thermal processing for consistent product quality.

Why are Jacketed Mixing Tanks Needed?

Jacketed mixing tanks are essential for processes requiring temperature control during mixing operations. Many products require heating to reduce viscosity, cooling to prevent degradation, or precise temperature maintenance for reaction control. The combination of mixing and temperature control in a single vessel improves efficiency and product consistency.

Jacketed Mixing Tanks Applications

Common applications include:

• Temperature-controlled blending
• Heated viscous product mixing
• Cooled exothermic reactions
• Ingredient dissolution with heating
• Product tempering
• Emulsion preparation

Specifications and Characteristics

At Roben, Mfg, Inc., we offer comprehensive options including:

• Volumes from 50 gallons to 30,000+ gallons
• Conventional, dimple, and half-pipe jackets
• Agitator integration with various impeller types
• Steam, hot water, thermal fluid, or glycol service
• Sanitary and industrial configurations

Certifications and Standards

Our jacketed vessels are designed and manufactured in accordance with stringent industry standards:

• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Pressure vessel design and fabrication
• FDA cGMP Guidelines: Pharmaceutical manufacturing compliance
• 3-A Sanitary Standards: Food and dairy equipment
• ISO 9001: Quality management system certification
• PED: Pressure Equipment Directive for European compliance
• ATEX Directive: Explosive atmosphere certification where applicable

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What jacket types are available for mixing tanks?

We offer conventional annular jackets, dimple jackets for improved heat transfer and structural strength, and half-pipe coil jackets for high-pressure heating media. Jacket selection depends on heat transfer requirements, operating pressure, and cost considerations. Our thermal modeling optimizes jacket design for your specific application.

How do you integrate agitation with jacketed designs?

Agitator integration considers heat transfer requirements alongside mixing needs. Proper impeller selection and placement promotes fluid circulation past heat transfer surfaces. Baffles may be optimized for both mixing and heat transfer. We design integrated systems that maximize both mixing efficiency and thermal performance.

Can jacketed mixing tanks handle viscous products?

Yes, jacketed mixing tanks are ideal for viscous products that require heating to reduce viscosity for processing. Close-clearance impellers with wall scraping enhance heat transfer in viscous applications. Jacket design accounts for reduced heat transfer coefficients with viscous materials.

Contact Roben, Mfg, Inc.

For more information about our jacketed vessel solutions or to request a quote, please contact Roben, Mfg, Inc. today. Our experienced engineering team utilizes advanced thermal modeling software to optimize jacket designs for your specific heat transfer requirements.

Phone: (732) 364-6000 | Email: sales@robenmfg.com

760 Vassar Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701