Contamination Free Mixing

Contamination free mixing is a method of cleaning or sanitizing a container, usually an intermediate bulk container (IBC). This type of mixing has many applications, from paints and other liquids to pharmaceuticals and food products. The goal of contamination-free mixing is to avoid cross-contamination and spread of pathogens or bacteria from one container to another. This can be done by using the same mixer for contaminated and uncontaminated containers and by sanitizing equipment between uses.

This method is a good choice for re-using chemicals in industrial environments, where contamination can have serious consequences. For example, it is common for restaurants to reuse cleaning chemicals in their kitchens. However, improper use or storage of these chemicals can cause contaminant transfer from the original product to other products and surfaces. Contamination can be caused by both biological (pathogenic bacteria, viruses, invasive species) and chemical pollutants.

Biological contaminants can be very difficult to remove. For example, they may be present in sewage or sludge that is not properly disposed of. Chemical pollutants, such as phosphorus or nitrogen compounds, can also be very hard to remove from the environment.

One way to control contaminant levels is by monitoring the concentration of pollutants in the surrounding water. However, this is not always possible or feasible. The best approach is to prevent contamination by avoiding the introduction of the pollutant in the first place.

For example, a chemical that is toxic to fish could be prevented by mixing the fish feed with freshwater. This could also reduce the amount of phosphorus and nitrogen in the water, which would help to protect the fish.

In agriculture, a contamination-free method of mixing is used to help with crop yield and soil fertility maintenance. By selecting varieties that have the traits necessary to deliver a basket of services such as soil carbon and mineral retention, biodiversity conservation, or biocontrol of pests, farmers can achieve their desired objectives.

Mixtures of different plant varieties can also enhance biodiversity in the field by providing habitats for beneficial organisms. This can help to reduce pest populations and improve soil health and productivity. However, the benefits of these mixtures will likely only be apparent on a long-term basis and at field and landscape scales, not at small experimental plots.

A new anti-contamination tote mixer from EvenMix is designed to eliminate the need for separate drives and agitator segments for each tote. Its unique design enables the drive segment to be attached or removed from the agitator without removing the shaft cap. This feature allows facilities to re-configure their tote mixers in seconds for different mixing applications. The unit is available with air or electric drives. Check out the linked videos for more details about this innovative tote mixer. You can also request a quote to find out if this tote mixer is right for your application.