The Impact of Material Density Differences on the Mixing Effect of Horizontal Fertilizer Mixers (Ribbon Mixers)
Horizontal fertilizer mixers (ribbon mixers) rely on the convection of internal and external ribbons to achieve material homogenization. The density difference between raw materials directly determines the uniformity of mixing, the mixing speed, and the quality of the finished product. When the density difference between materials is small, the granules or powders have consistent flow properties and move synchronously back and forth under the push of the ribbon. The materials are fully interpenetrated and blended, the mixing speed is fast, and a uniform state can be achieved in a short time. There is no stratification or agglomeration, and the mixing effect is stable, making it suitable for the production of conventional organic fertilizers and general blended fertilizers. If the density difference between materials is too large, stratification of light and heavy materials is very likely to occur during the mixing process. The denser materials sink and accumulate at the bottom o...