Innovation in Motion

 

This award highlights amixon’s dedication to advancing mixing technology. The Gyraton® Silo Mixer stands as a symbol of precision, energy efficiency, and practical design — an approach that embodies the spirit of German engineering.

By combining silo capacity with high-precision mixing, amixon once again demonstrates how process innovation can improve real-world powder handling performance.

 

 

The Challenge: Storage vs. Mixing

 

In bulk solids processing, two key operations often work in separate systems:

  1. Silos provide reliable storage but do not actively homogenize materials.
  2. Precision mixers produce uniform blends, yet their batch capacity is usually limited to around 350 ft³ (10 m³).

The Gyraton® Silo Mixer bridges this gap. It can mix batches up to 3,500 ft³ (100 m³) evenly and gently — in a single process step. This innovation redefines what’s possible in powder homogenization, process reliability, and energy efficiency for the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries.

 

 

How It Works

 

At the heart of the Gyraton® lies a unique dual-motion mixing tool:

  • The mixing shaft performs a slow gyration movement, the center of which is positioned above the mixing chamber.
  • At the same time, the mixing spiral rotates around its own axis, moving material upward through the product mass.

This synchronized motion creates a smooth, three-dimensional flow pattern that mixes the entire vessel volume completely and without dead zones.

The result: consistent, reproducible mixing quality — with remarkably low energy consumption. Adjustable speed control allows operators to fine-tune the process according to product behavior, formulation, and power availability.

 

 

About the ife – Institut für Einzelfertiger (Institute for Custom Manufacturers)

 

The ife – Institut für Einzelfertiger (Institute for Custom Manufacturers) is a cross-industry organization that connects companies specializing in custom machinery, plant systems, and high-precision engineering. It fosters collaboration between industry, research, and consulting, focusing on topics such as digital transformation, process optimization, and sustainability in single-item and variant production.

The ife Innovation Award “Batch Size 1+” is presented annually to recognize companies that demonstrate exceptional engineering capability and flexibility. It has become one of Europe’s most respected awards for mid-sized industrial manufacturers driving innovation.

 

 

Driving Progress in Powder Mixing

With the Gyraton® Silo Mixer, amixon continues to redefine mixing at scale. The system combines precise powder homogenization, high capacity, and low energy demand — making it an outstanding solution for producers seeking efficiency and product quality in one.

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