(27537 products available)
Ready to Ship
A fertilizers mixing tank is an industrial-grade container usually made from high-quality stainless steel. They are used to produce various types of fertilizers used for agriculture sectors worldwide. Mixing tanks such as these are equipped with mixing and stirring devices to help ensure that the fertilizer is uniformly spread when it is used in the soil. These mixing tanks are typically large containers that can store anywhere between hundreds and thousands of liters of liquid.
Fertilizer mixing tanks are custom-made to ensure maximum storage space and can come in a large variety of sizes, as well as shapes. Apart from mixing and distributing liquids of varying viscosities, mixing tanks are also used in industries such as the petroleum industry, food and beverage industry, and paint and coating industry, to name a few.
Based on the method of mixing/stirring of the contents of the tank, these mixing tanks can be classified into three major types:
Based on the type of liquid that can be mixed in the mixing tank, the tanks can be divided into the following:
Based on the arrangement of the mixing mechanism, the tanks can be classified as:
Fertilizer mixing vats come in different sizes depending on demand. The capacity (volume) is expressed in the form of cylindrical, rectangular, circular volume, and mass. E.g. 2500L/2000kg.
The mixing tank usually has paddles attached to a shaft, which rotates in the tank. The paddle helps stir powders and turn them into liquid fertilizer. The size and number of paddles will determine how thoroughly the fertilizer will be mixed.
It consists of a motor, gearbox, and coupling. It provides the mixing power for the paddles. Together with the gearbox, it will determine the speed and power.
The mixing tank may have a chute or funnel where the additional raw material or powder may enter. The funnel may vary according to the conveying system.
Often, mixing tanks for fertilizers have safety features like emergency stops and safety covers to prevent accidental opening during the operation.
Fertilizer mixing tanks have several applications. Mainly, these tanks help to blend different fertilizers to make new soil nutrients. Such a mixture may include potassium, nitrogen, phosphate, and other crops' nutrient elements. The mixing tanks come in handy when creating customized fertilizers based on distinct soil qualities and crop requirements.
The mixing tanks are also used to dissolve granulated fertilizers as they provide homogenous solutions. Once the solid fertilizers dissolve into the liquid, the mixing tanks can ensure even distribution. This kind of mixing is ideal for crops that absorb nutrients better when in solution form. Even though most mixing tanks are fitted with agitators that provide mixing, some fertilizers need to undergo chemical reactions before being mixed.
Fertilizer mixing tanks aid in preparing field application mixtures. Such mixtures include diluted fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Without the mixing tanks, it would be hard to come up with solutions that can be applied to crops simultaneously. Moreover, the tanks are used to stabilize fertilizer compounds formed through chemical reactions in the agriculture industry.
Mixing tanks with additional features, such as automated controls, can be used for large-scale fertilizer production. In such industries, mixing tanks act as the backbone of the production lines.
Tanks can also be used to train and educate students studying agriculture and soil chemistry. Mixing tanks offer a practical understanding of how different chemical reactions occur in soil. Used mixing tanks may also provide research on how fertilizers work in different soil types. Such information can go a long way in improving agricultural practices.
Q1: What is the difference between batch and continuous mixing in fertilizers mixing tanks?
A1: Batch mixing refers to mixing a specific quantity of fertilizer in separate batches. This is the most common mixing method used. Continuous mixing is to keep a steady stream of mixed fertilizer on supply. This can be done by adding more raw material whenever required.
Q2: What are the two most popular types of mixers used in fertilizer mixing tanks?
A2: The paddle mixer and the pan mixer are the two most popular mixing machines used to mix fertilizers. The paddle mixer uses flat blades called paddles to mix the material. The pan mixer is in the shape of a pan with a circular movement.
Q3: Can mixing tanks be used for materials other than fertilizers?
A3: Yes, mixing tanks can also be used for the chemical industry, food industry, pharmaceutical industry, textile industry, and other industries.
Q4: How are mixing tanks cleaned?
A4: Mixing tanks are often cleaned with water and a special cleaning agent. Some tanks have automated cleaning systems that provide efficient cleaning.
浙公网安备 33010002000092号
浙B2-20120091-4